Director of Engineering

Role summary

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The Director of Engineering oversees all engineering, maintenance, utilities, and building-services operations at the Shangri-La property. Requirements typically include a degree or technical qualification in engineering, substantial experience in hotel or resort engineering, strong knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire-life-safety systems, energy management, and preventive maintenance. The candidate is expected to lead and develop the engineering team, manage budgets and contractors, ensure regulatory compliance, respond effectively to emergencies, and maintain a safe, efficient, and guest-ready property. Experience with sustainability programs, renovation projects, procurement, and computerized maintenance systems is highly desirable.

About the employer

Shangri-La Group is a major luxury hospitality company headquartered in Hong Kong, operating hotels, resorts, and related properties across Asia, the Middle East, Europe, North America, and other international markets. Its brands are known for warm Asian hospitality, high service standards, premium accommodation, dining, wellness, and meeting facilities. In the Philippines, Shangri-La operates prominent properties in destinations such as Manila, Cebu, and Boracay. Employees generally work in a structured, service-focused environment with emphasis on guest satisfaction, operational quality, teamwork, and professional development. Engineering leaders support the guest experience by keeping facilities reliable, comfortable, safe, energy-efficient, and compliant with Philippine regulations. Compensation may also include service charge, accommodation or relocation support, meals, insurance, bonuses, and other hotel benefits, depending on the property and employment contract.