Director of Engineering

Role summary

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The Director of Engineering leads the hotel’s engineering, maintenance, utilities, and property-improvement operations. Candidates typically need a degree or technical qualification in engineering, relevant professional licensing where applicable, and substantial experience in hotel or resort engineering, ideally in a senior leadership role. Strong knowledge of electrical, mechanical, plumbing, HVAC, fire-life-safety systems, preventive maintenance, energy conservation, and local regulations is expected. The successful candidate should be able to manage budgets, contractors, capital projects, and engineering teams while maintaining reliable guest facilities. Shangri-La will expect a hands-on, safety-focused leader with strong communication, planning, problem-solving, and people-management skills who can support high service standards and sustainable resort operations.

About the employer

Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts is a leading luxury hospitality group founded in Hong Kong, with hotels and resorts across Asia, the Middle East, Europe, North America, and other international markets. Its Philippine properties are known for premium accommodation, restaurants, wellness facilities, conference services, and resort experiences. The company places strong emphasis on thoughtful Asian hospitality, employee development, guest satisfaction, operational excellence, and responsible business practices. A Director of Engineering supports this promise by ensuring that buildings, guest rooms, public areas, utilities, equipment, and safety systems remain reliable, efficient, and compliant. The role normally works closely with the general manager, department heads, suppliers, contractors, and corporate engineering teams. Compensation varies by property, experience, and benefits, particularly for remote island resorts.

Working in Philippines

The Philippines offers engineering and hospitality opportunities in Manila, Cebu, Davao, Boracay, Palawan, Bohol, and other resort destinations. Hotel engineering professionals can find work with international chains, local resorts, property developers, hospitals, and facilities-management companies. Filipino culture is generally warm, family-oriented, and community-minded, with English widely used in business and tourism. Island life can provide beautiful beaches, outdoor activities, affordable local food, and a relaxed pace, although transport, healthcare access, utilities, and imported goods may be less convenient outside major cities. Foreign employees normally need an employer-sponsored Alien Employment Permit and a work visa, commonly a 9(g) pre-arranged employee visa; requirements can change, so confirmation with the employer and Philippine authorities is essential. Relocation planning should cover housing, taxation, health insurance, banking, emergency services, and travel connections between islands.