Duty Technician (M&E)

Job Description

The Duty Technician (M&E) is responsible for the safe and reliable operation, inspection and repair of the hotel’s mechanical and electrical systems. Typical duties include responding to maintenance requests, carrying out preventive maintenance, troubleshooting air-conditioning, plumbing, electrical and building-services equipment, and recording completed work. Candidates should have relevant technical training, practical experience in hotel, commercial-building or facilities maintenance, and a sound understanding of workplace safety. Electrical or mechanical certifications are advantageous. The role requires a service-minded attitude, good communication, willingness to work shifts, weekends and public holidays, and the ability to respond calmly to urgent breakdowns. Marriott expects technicians to maintain professional standards, protect guest comfort, follow procedures and work effectively with other departments.

Company Info

Hotel Stripes Singapore is a boutique lifestyle hotel in the Autograph Collection by Marriott, located in the historic Kampong Glam area near Jalan Sultan and Arab Street. The property blends Singapore’s heritage with contemporary design, offering individually styled guestrooms, dining and bar facilities, and a rooftop pool with city views. As part of Marriott International’s global hotel portfolio, the hotel follows established standards for guest service, safety, engineering and operational excellence while retaining a distinctive local identity. Its team works in a multicultural hospitality environment, serving business travellers, leisure guests and international visitors. Employees can benefit from Marriott’s structured training, internal mobility and global hospitality network. Engineering colleagues play an important role in keeping the hotel safe, comfortable, energy-efficient and operational around the clock.

Destination Guide

Singapore is a compact, highly connected city-state with strong opportunities in hospitality, tourism, facilities management, engineering, technology, finance and retail. The culture is multicultural, orderly and service-focused, with English widely used in workplaces. Lifestyle options include excellent public transport, diverse food, shopping, museums, parks and a lively neighbourhood scene, although housing and daily expenses can be high. New arrivals commonly rent a room or shared apartment near an MRT station; employer accommodation is not normally guaranteed. Foreign workers must obtain the appropriate work pass before starting employment. Hospitality technicians may qualify for an S Pass or another suitable permit, depending on salary, qualifications, nationality and government criteria. The employer generally submits the application, while the candidate supplies documents and completes required formalities. Check current Ministry of Manpower rules, medical requirements and pass quotas before relocating.