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Assistant Chief Engineer
Role summary
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The Assistant Chief Engineer supports the Chief Engineer in maintaining the hotel’s buildings, rooms, utilities, electrical and mechanical systems, air-conditioning, plumbing, fire-safety equipment and other facilities. The role typically requires a diploma or degree in engineering, preferably electrical or mechanical engineering, along with several years of hotel or commercial-property maintenance experience. Candidates should understand preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, health and safety standards, energy conservation and local regulations. Supervisory experience, strong problem-solving skills, good communication and the ability to coordinate contractors and engineering staff are expected. The successful candidate should be hands-on, organised, service-minded and available to respond to operational emergencies, while helping ensure a safe, reliable and comfortable environment for guests and colleagues.
Can I work in Phuket?
Never pay anyone for a visa or a job offer. A real employer pays the permit costs and never asks you for money.
How it works
How it works: Non-B visa and an online work permit; employers need 4 Thai staff per foreigner.
Watch for: Massage, beauty and guiding jobs are reserved for Thais.
Official source: Board of Investment One Stop Service: visas and work permits. Checked October 2026.
What the job usually comes with in Phuket
Usual for Phuket, varies by employer. Checked October 2026.
| Housing | Dorms at some resorts; an allowance for senior staff |
|---|---|
| Meals | Staff canteen |
| Flights | Senior packages only |
| Service charge | Shared evenly; 5-star high season THB 30,000 to 40,000 a month, about half in low season |
| Contract | 1 to 2 years; probation often 119 days |
| Leave | 6 days |
| Income tax | 0% to 35% |
Senior staff often get more than line staff, for example a single room or a yearly home flight. Ask the employer what the job includes before you accept.
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Working in Phuket
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About Holiday Inn
Holiday Inn is a globally recognised hotel brand operated within IHG Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s largest hospitality companies. The brand is known for welcoming, practical and comfortable accommodation for leisure and business travellers, supported by consistent service standards and family-friendly facilities. Holiday Inn Resort Phuket is located in Patong, one of Phuket’s busiest tourism areas, and serves international guests throughout the year. Hotel operations typically include accommodation, restaurants and bars, pools, leisure facilities, events and extensive building services, creating a varied working environment for engineering professionals. Employees generally work within IHG’s standards for guest satisfaction, safety, sustainability, compliance and responsible business. The Assistant Chief Engineer would support reliable day-to-day operations and contribute to maintaining the property’s facilities, equipment and guest experience.