Assistant Chief Engineer

Role summary

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The Assistant Chief Engineer supports the Chief Engineer in managing hotel engineering, maintenance, and building-services operations. Requirements typically include a diploma or degree in electrical, mechanical, building services, or a related engineering discipline, together with several years of hotel, commercial-building, or facilities experience. Relevant technical certifications and knowledge of Singapore safety, fire, electrical, and environmental regulations are advantageous. The candidate is expected to supervise technicians and contractors, coordinate preventive and corrective maintenance, monitor utilities, respond to emergencies, maintain accurate records, control costs, and support projects and inspections. Strong leadership, troubleshooting, communication, planning, and customer-service skills are important, along with flexibility for shifts, weekends, and on-call duties.

About the employer

Shangri-La Group is a luxury hospitality company founded in Hong Kong and recognized for its Asian-inspired approach to service. It operates hotels, resorts, residences, and related businesses across Asia, the Middle East, Europe, North America, and other international markets. Its portfolio includes the Shangri-La, Kerry, JEN, and Traders brands. Shangri-La hotels are known for personalized guest care, distinctive dining, wellness facilities, and professionally managed properties. Shangri-La Singapore is a large luxury hotel set near Orchard Road, with extensive guest rooms, restaurants, meeting facilities, gardens, and recreational amenities. Engineering employees help maintain the property’s building systems, guest comfort, safety standards, energy efficiency, and operational reliability. The group generally offers structured hospitality careers, cross-department exposure, training, and opportunities for advancement, although exact benefits and employment conditions depend on the property and contract.