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 electrical, mechanical, HVAC, plumbing, fire and life-safety systems, and familiarity with local regulations. The successful candidate should hold or qualify for relevant professional licensing, manage budgets and contractors, lead preventive-maintenance programs, and supervise an engineering team. Shangri-La will expect a hands-on, safety-focused leader who can maintain high luxury-hospitality standards, respond effectively to emergencies, control energy costs, and support sustainability and uninterrupted guest operations.

About the employer

Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts is a leading luxury hospitality group founded in Hong Kong, with hotels, resorts, and residences across Asia, the Middle East, Europe, North America, and other international destinations. The company is known for warm Asian hospitality, premium guest experiences, and properties ranging from city hotels to destination beach resorts. Shangri-La places strong emphasis on service excellence, staff development, sustainability, safety, and personalized care. Its Philippine operations include high-end urban and resort properties, where engineering leaders help protect guest comfort, property standards, operational continuity, and environmental performance. Employees generally work in multicultural teams and are expected to demonstrate professionalism, discretion, collaboration, and a commitment to the company’s hospitality values.

Working in Philippines

The Philippines offers engineering and hospitality opportunities in Manila, Cebu, Boracay, Palawan, Bohol, and other resort destinations. Resort roles can provide a relaxed island lifestyle, warm weather, beaches, diving, and close-knit local communities, although transport, healthcare, utilities, and housing may be more limited outside major cities. Filipino culture is welcoming, family-oriented, and strongly service-focused; English is widely used in business and hotels. Foreign hires normally need an employer-sponsored work permit and Alien Employment Permit, followed by the appropriate visa or immigration authorization. Employers often assist with documentation, accommodation, airport transfers, meals, insurance, and relocation, but packages vary. Candidates should confirm the exact island, housing arrangements, tax treatment, contract duration, medical coverage, and return-travel benefits before accepting an offer. Local licensing requirements may also apply to engineering positions.