Technician - Supervisor

Role summary

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The Technician Supervisor is responsible for coordinating daily hotel maintenance, inspecting equipment and facilities, responding to technical faults, and ensuring preventive maintenance is completed safely and on schedule. Candidates should have relevant technical or engineering training, practical experience in hotel, building, or facilities maintenance, and knowledge of electrical, plumbing, air-conditioning, and general mechanical systems. Supervisory experience, problem-solving ability, good communication, and basic computer skills are expected. The successful candidate should be reliable, safety-conscious, hands-on, and willing to work shifts, weekends, and public holidays. Knowledge of Malaysian safety standards and relevant licences or certificates would be advantageous.

About the employer

ibis Styles Johor Iskandar Puteri is part of Accor, a leading international hospitality group operating hotels, resorts, and lifestyle properties around the world. The ibis Styles brand is known for its creative design, relaxed atmosphere, practical comfort, and generally accessible pricing. The hotel serves business travellers, families, leisure guests, and visitors to the Iskandar Puteri area, which includes attractions, shopping, education, and commercial developments. As an Accor property, it typically follows international standards for guest service, safety, sustainability, training, and operational quality. Employees may benefit from structured development opportunities, staff discounts, and exposure to a global hospitality network. The engineering team plays an important role in keeping guest rooms, public areas, utilities, and hotel systems safe, functional, and comfortable.

Working in Malaysia

Malaysia offers varied work and lifestyle options across the peninsula and Borneo, from hospitality and tourism in Langkawi, Penang, Sabah, and Sarawak to technology, manufacturing, education, and services in Kuala Lumpur and Johor. The culture is multicultural, with Malay, Chinese, Indian, and indigenous influences, and English is widely used in workplaces. Living costs are moderate, though Kuala Lumpur and popular tourist islands can be more expensive. Malaysia has tropical weather, excellent food, modern shopping, and easy access to beaches, rainforests, and neighbouring countries. Foreign employees generally need an employer-sponsored employment pass, with approval handled through Malaysian immigration authorities; requirements depend on nationality, salary, and role. Relocating usually involves arranging accommodation, medical checks, banking, transport, and health insurance. Johor is connected to Singapore and offers lower living costs than Singapore, making it attractive for hospitality professionals.