Director of Engineering

Role summary

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The Director of Engineering leads all hotel engineering, maintenance, and building-services operations at Shangri-La Singapore. Requirements typically include a degree or diploma in engineering, facilities management, or a related discipline, supported by substantial experience in a luxury hotel or large commercial property. Professional knowledge of electrical, mechanical, HVAC, plumbing, fire safety, energy management, and local regulatory requirements is expected. The successful candidate should hold or qualify for relevant Singapore certifications, manage budgets and contractors, and lead preventive-maintenance programmes. Shangri-La expects a hands-on, safety-conscious leader who can manage teams effectively, respond quickly to operational issues, control costs, improve energy efficiency, and maintain high standards for guests, colleagues, and property assets.

About the employer

Shangri-La Group is a Hong Kong-based luxury hospitality company operating hotels, resorts, and related properties across Asia, the Middle East, Europe, North America, and other international markets. Founded in 1971, the group is associated with thoughtful Asian hospitality, high service standards, and the Shangri-La brand, which includes luxury city hotels and destination resorts. Shangri-La Singapore is a prominent five-star property set within extensive landscaped grounds near Orchard Road. It offers accommodation, restaurants, meeting facilities, leisure amenities, and event services for business and leisure guests. Employees typically work in a multicultural environment with strong emphasis on guest satisfaction, operational excellence, safety, professional standards, and staff development. Engineering leadership is particularly important in a large luxury property because reliable building systems, sustainability, compliance, and uninterrupted guest services directly influence the hotel experience.

Working in Singapore

Singapore is a compact island city-state with strong opportunities in hospitality, engineering, finance, technology, healthcare, logistics, and tourism. Its culture combines Chinese, Malay, Indian, and international influences, reflected in its food, festivals, languages, and social customs. Life is safe, efficient, clean, and highly connected, although accommodation and daily expenses can be high. Public transport is excellent, and most areas are accessible by MRT or bus. Foreign professionals generally need an employer-sponsored work pass; senior specialists may qualify for an Employment Pass, subject to current salary and eligibility rules, while applications are normally handled by the employer. Relocating staff should arrange approved employment before arrival, confirm medical insurance and housing support, and budget for rent, deposits, transport, and schooling if applicable. Singapore’s tropical climate is hot and humid year-round, with frequent rainfall, so adaptable clothing and good heat management are useful.