The Director of Engineering leads all engineering, maintenance, utilities, and building-services operations for the Shangri-La property. Candidates are generally expected to hold a degree or technical qualification in engineering, preferably mechanical, electrical, or civil engineering, with substantial experience in hotel, resort, or large commercial facilities. Relevant professional licensing and knowledge of Philippine safety, environmental, and building regulations are advantageous. The role requires leadership, budgeting, project-management, preventive-maintenance, energy-management, and contractor-supervision skills. Shangri-La will expect a practical, guest-focused leader who can maintain high standards, respond quickly to operational issues, develop the engineering team, control costs, and support sustainability and business-continuity objectives.
Shangri-La Group is a major Asian hospitality company operating luxury hotels, resorts, and related businesses across Asia, the Middle East, Europe, North America, and other international markets. Founded in Hong Kong, the group is known for upscale service, strong guest relationships, and its Asian-inspired approach to hospitality. Shangri-La properties typically include luxury accommodation, restaurants, meeting facilities, spas, and extensive engineering and support infrastructure. In the Philippines, the company operates well-known city hotels and island resorts, serving leisure, business, and events travelers. Employees are generally expected to demonstrate professionalism, warmth, teamwork, integrity, and attention to detail. Engineering leaders support the guest experience by ensuring safe, reliable, efficient, and well-maintained facilities while balancing operational standards, sustainability targets, and financial responsibilities.
The Philippines is an archipelago with varied opportunities in Manila, Cebu, Boracay, Palawan, Davao, and other tourism centers. Hospitality, engineering, construction, healthcare, information technology, education, and business-process services are major employment areas. Filipino culture is generally welcoming, family-oriented, religious, and community-minded, with English widely used in workplaces. Lifestyle ranges from busy metropolitan living to relaxed beach or provincial life; costs are usually lower than in many Western countries, although Manila and popular resort islands can be expensive. Foreign professionals normally need an employer-sponsored work permit and visa, with requirements handled through Philippine immigration and labor authorities. Relocating staff should arrange valid credentials, medical checks, accommodation, banking, tax registration, and health insurance. Island locations may offer staff housing and meals but can involve limited transport, healthcare, and shopping facilities. Research local weather, typhoon exposure, commuting, and seasonal tourism demand before accepting a position.
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