Duty Engineer

Role summary

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The Duty Engineer supports the hotel’s Engineering and Maintenance team by overseeing daily operations, responding to breakdowns, and ensuring guest rooms, public areas, and equipment remain safe and functional. Requirements typically include a technical certificate or diploma in electrical, mechanical, building services, or a related field, along with relevant hotel or facilities experience. The candidate should understand preventive maintenance, basic building systems, workplace safety, and emergency procedures. Strong troubleshooting skills, reliability, teamwork, and customer service are expected. The role usually involves rotating shifts, including nights, weekends, and public holidays, and may require supervising contractors or coordinating with other departments.

About the employer

Shangri-La Group is a major luxury hospitality company founded in Hong Kong, operating hotels, resorts, and other hospitality businesses across Asia, the Middle East, Europe, North America, and other international markets. The group is known for its Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts brand, which emphasizes Asian-inspired hospitality, attentive service, and comfortable guest experiences. Shangri-La Hotel Singapore is a large luxury property set near Orchard Road, offering guest rooms, restaurants, event facilities, gardens, and extensive leisure amenities. Engineering employees support the operation of this complex property by maintaining building systems, guest facilities, plant equipment, and safety standards. The company generally values professionalism, service excellence, teamwork, cultural awareness, and continuous development. Duties and benefits can vary according to the specific employment contract and Singapore regulations.