Director of Engineering

Role summary

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The Director of Engineering leads the hotel’s engineering and maintenance operations, ensuring reliable building systems, guest facilities, utilities, equipment, and safety infrastructure. Candidates typically need a degree or technical qualification in engineering, substantial experience in hotel or resort engineering, and strong knowledge of electrical, mechanical, plumbing, HVAC, fire and life-safety systems. The role requires leadership, budgeting, preventive-maintenance planning, contractor management, regulatory compliance, and emergency-response capability. Shangri-La would expect a practical, service-oriented leader who can protect asset quality, control operating costs, support sustainability initiatives, and maintain a safe, comfortable environment for guests and colleagues. Strong communication, organization, problem-solving skills, and flexibility for operational demands are essential.

About the employer

Shangri-La Group is a Hong Kong-based luxury hospitality company operating hotels, resorts, and residences across Asia, the Middle East, Europe, North America, and other international destinations. Its brands are associated with warm Asian hospitality, high service standards, comfortable accommodation, and extensive guest facilities. Shangri-La properties commonly include restaurants, meeting venues, wellness facilities, pools, and recreation areas, creating a broad operational environment for engineering leaders. In the Philippines, the group has operated prominent city and resort properties and is known for structured training, international service practices, and career opportunities across hotel departments. The company generally places strong emphasis on guest satisfaction, colleague development, responsible operations, safety, sustainability, and the protection of its physical assets. Exact benefits, service-charge arrangements, and accommodation provisions depend on the specific property and employment contract.