The Assistant Director of Engineering supports the Director of Engineering in managing hotel facilities, building services, preventive maintenance and daily engineering operations. The role typically requires a diploma or degree in engineering, facilities management or a related field, along with several years of experience in hotel engineering, preferably within a luxury or international property. Candidates should understand electrical, mechanical, plumbing, HVAC, fire and life-safety systems, and local regulatory requirements. Strong leadership, budgeting, contractor management and problem-solving skills are expected. The successful candidate will supervise engineering colleagues, maintain reliable and safe facilities, control costs, respond quickly to breakdowns and support energy-saving and sustainability initiatives while meeting Shangri-La service standards.
Shangri-La Group is a leading luxury hospitality company founded in Hong Kong, with hotels, resorts and residences across Asia, the Middle East, Europe, North America and other international markets. Its portfolio includes Shangri-La, Kerry Hotels, JEN by Shangri-La and Traders Hotels. The group is known for warm Asian hospitality, high service standards and distinctive resort and city properties. In Malaysia, Shangri-La operates established hotels and resorts serving business travellers, holidaymakers, families and events guests. Employees generally work in multicultural teams and may receive benefits such as staff accommodation or meals, medical coverage, training, service-charge participation and discounted stays, depending on the property and employment package. Engineering leaders are important to maintaining guest comfort, safety, sustainability and the physical standards expected of a premium hotel.
Malaysia offers opportunities in luxury hotels, resorts, restaurants, tourism, engineering, facilities management and construction. Major locations include Kuala Lumpur, Penang, Langkawi, Kota Kinabalu and Kuching. Peninsular Malaysia combines Malay, Chinese, Indian and international influences, while Sabah and Sarawak offer distinctive Bornean cultures, nature and island tourism. Lifestyle ranges from busy city living to relaxed coastal resorts, with generally affordable food, strong public transport in major cities and warm tropical weather year-round. Langkawi and parts of Sabah suit candidates seeking resort life, although transport and housing can be more limited. Foreign employees normally need an employer-sponsored Employment Pass; the hiring company submits the application and the role must meet current Malaysian approval requirements. Bring verified qualifications and experience records, and confirm accommodation, insurance, taxes, transport and relocation support before accepting an offer.
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