Assistant Director of Engineering

Role summary

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The Assistant Director of Engineering supports the Director of Engineering in managing hotel facilities, building services, utilities, preventive maintenance and repair operations. The role typically requires a degree or diploma in engineering, building services or a related technical discipline, together with substantial experience in hotel engineering or facilities management. Candidates should understand electrical, mechanical, plumbing, HVAC, fire protection and life-safety systems, and be familiar with Malaysian regulations and workplace safety standards. Strong leadership, budgeting, contractor management and troubleshooting skills are expected. The successful candidate should be hands-on, organized and capable of leading a multidisciplinary team while maintaining reliable, efficient and guest-focused hotel operations.

About the employer

Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts is a luxury hospitality group founded in Hong Kong, with hotels, resorts and properties across Asia, the Middle East, Europe and other international markets. The group is known for high service standards, comfortable accommodation, destination resorts and personalized guest experiences. Its Malaysian portfolio includes city hotels and resort properties, supported by extensive food and beverage, wellness, meeting and recreational facilities. Shangri-La generally promotes professional training, international hospitality standards and career development across operational and corporate functions. Engineering teams play an important role in maintaining guest comfort, sustainability, safety, building reliability and uninterrupted hotel services. Exact benefits and employment conditions vary by property, location, experience and the terms stated in the official vacancy.