Maintenance Manager

Role summary

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The Maintenance Manager is responsible for overseeing the resort’s engineering, maintenance and building-services operations. Requirements typically include a degree or technical qualification in engineering, facilities management or a related field, several years of supervisory experience in a hotel, resort or commercial property, and sound knowledge of electrical, mechanical, plumbing, HVAC, fire protection and preventive-maintenance systems. The successful candidate should hold relevant professional or trade certifications where applicable, manage contractors and budgets, maintain accurate records, and comply with Philippine safety and environmental regulations. Shangri-La expects a hands-on, organised leader who can respond quickly to breakdowns, coach technicians, support energy-saving initiatives and ensure reliable facilities for guests and colleagues.

About the employer

Shangri-La is a premium international hospitality group founded in Hong Kong and recognised for luxury hotels, resorts and residences across Asia, the Middle East, Europe and other destinations. Its properties are known for personalised service, comfortable accommodation, restaurants, wellness facilities and strong attention to guest experience. In the Philippines, Shangri-La operates prominent city and resort properties, including hotels in Manila, Cebu and Boracay. The group employs people across hotel operations, engineering, food and beverage, finance, sales and guest services. Working for Shangri-La generally involves high service standards, structured operating procedures, teamwork and ongoing training. Depending on the property, employees may receive accommodation or staff meals, service-charge benefits, insurance and other employment benefits, although these vary by location and contract.

Working in Philippines

The Philippines is an archipelago with major employment centres in Manila, Cebu and Davao, as well as resort opportunities in Boracay, Palawan, Bohol and other islands. Hospitality, engineering, construction, tourism, healthcare, education and business-process services regularly create jobs. Filipino culture is welcoming, family-oriented and community-minded, with English widely used in workplaces. Island life can offer beaches, outdoor activities and a relaxed pace, but transport, healthcare, shopping and internet access may be more limited outside major cities. Costs vary considerably; resort islands can be expensive during peak seasons. Foreign workers normally need an employer-sponsored work permit and an appropriate visa, while Filipino citizens require standard employment documentation. Before relocating, confirm housing, transportation, medical cover, contract terms and whether meals or staff accommodation are provided. Weather includes a dry season and a wet or typhoon season, so travel and housing plans should allow for disruptions.