Duty Engineering

Role summary

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The Duty Engineering role is responsible for maintaining hotel facilities, equipment, utilities, and guest areas in safe and reliable working condition. Requirements typically include practical experience in hotel engineering or building maintenance, knowledge of electrical, plumbing, HVAC, mechanical, and preventive-maintenance systems, and the ability to troubleshoot faults quickly. A technical certificate or vocational qualification is advantageous. The successful candidate should be able to work shifts, respond to emergencies, complete maintenance records, follow health and safety procedures, and coordinate effectively with housekeeping, front office, and other departments. Good communication, teamwork, reliability, attention to detail, and a guest-focused attitude are expected.

About the employer

Sthala, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel, Ubud Bali is a Marriott-affiliated lifestyle hotel located in the lush Payangan area near Ubud. The property combines Balinese character with contemporary hospitality and is surrounded by tropical forest, rice fields, and the Wos River landscape. As part of Marriott’s Tribute Portfolio, it offers an individual hotel experience while benefiting from international operating standards, training, reservations, and loyalty-program support. The hotel serves leisure travelers, couples, families, groups, and guests seeking wellness, culture, and nature experiences. Its operations include accommodation, restaurants, events, recreation, and guest activities. Engineering colleagues play an important role in keeping rooms, public areas, kitchens, water systems, air-conditioning, electrical services, and other facilities safe and operational. Marriott hotels generally provide structured procedures and opportunities for hospitality career development, although specific benefits and employment terms depend on the local contract.

Working in Indonesia

Bali is Indonesia’s best-known tourism island and offers work opportunities in hotels, restaurants, villas, spas, events, travel services, engineering, and wellness. Ubud is quieter and more cultural than the beach areas, with a relaxed lifestyle, artistic communities, temples, markets, yoga studios, and a strong connection to Balinese Hindu traditions. Living costs vary: accommodation and popular cafés can be expensive, while local food and transport are more affordable. Respect for temple etiquette, ceremonies, dress codes, and community customs is essential. Foreign workers normally need employer sponsorship and an appropriate work and residence permit, commonly arranged through the company; working on a tourist visa is not permitted. Candidates should confirm salary, accommodation, meals, insurance, transport, contract terms, and permit responsibility before relocating. Bali has international airport access, but traffic, humidity, seasonal demand, and limited infrastructure outside main areas should be considered.