Senior/Technical Officer

Job Description

The Senior/Technical Officer supports the hotel’s engineering and maintenance operations, helping keep building systems, guest rooms, equipment and facilities safe and fully operational. Requirements typically include a technical certificate or diploma in electrical, mechanical, building services or a related field, along with relevant hotel, commercial-property or facilities experience. The candidate should understand preventive maintenance, fault diagnosis, basic health and safety procedures, and contractor coordination. Practical skills, reliability and the ability to respond to maintenance issues quickly are essential. The role also requires good communication, teamwork, attention to detail and flexibility to work shifts, weekends or public holidays when necessary. Experience with fire protection, HVAC, plumbing or building-management systems would be advantageous.

Company Info

Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts is a luxury hospitality group founded in Hong Kong, operating hotels, resorts and residences across Asia, the Middle East, Europe, North America and other international markets. The group is known for personalised service, comfortable accommodation, extensive dining facilities and a strong emphasis on Asian hospitality. Shangri-La Singapore is a large five-star urban resort set near Orchard Road, with extensive guest rooms, restaurants, event facilities, gardens and recreational amenities. Its operations depend on large teams across guest services, food and beverage, housekeeping, engineering, security and corporate support. Employees generally work in a multicultural environment with structured hotel procedures, service standards and opportunities to develop through internal training and international hospitality experience.

Destination Guide

Singapore is a compact, well-connected island city with strong opportunities in hospitality, engineering, facilities management, technology, finance, healthcare and logistics. The culture is multicultural, with Chinese, Malay, Indian and international influences reflected in food, festivals and daily life. Public transport is efficient, healthcare and public services are reliable, and the city is generally safe, though accommodation and living costs can be high. Popular neighbourhoods include Orchard, Marina Bay, Bugis, Tiong Bahru and the East Coast. Foreign employees normally need a valid work pass arranged by an employer, such as an Employment Pass, S Pass or Work Permit; eligibility depends on salary, qualifications and sector requirements. Before relocating, candidates should confirm pass eligibility, housing costs, medical coverage, transport arrangements and employment conditions. Singapore’s tropical climate is hot and humid year-round, with frequent rain.