Chief Engineer — Luxury Resort Operations Lead

Shangri-La Group; George Town; On-site; MYR 134,000 - 201,000; Full time

Job summary

Shangri-La Rasa Sayang, Penang seeks a dynamic Chief Engineer (RSR & GSH) to lead engineering operations for Penang properties. You will manage maintenance, safety compliance, and utilities, while driving continuous improvements and cost controls.

Strong English, Malay, and Chinese communication is required, with 2+ years in hotel engineering preferred. This clustered post covers Penang properties, with growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Holder of relevant Mechanical & Electrical Engineering or equivalent qualification.
• Good command of English, Malay and Chinese.
• Mininum 2 years working experience, preferably in the Hotel Industry.
• Has a great Leadership & Interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of facility management, fire safety, furniture, fixtures & equipment, able to handle in-house projects.
• Self-starter, tactful, goal-oriented and team builder.
• Is self-driven, goal oriented, challenges the status quo.
• Upholds professional values, ethics and integrity at all times.
• Is a motivator, self-starter and a team-builder.
• Mechanical and Electrical Engineering/Facilities Management background.

Responsibilities

• Oversee general administration of the Engineering Dept and maintenance of buildings, fixtures, fittings and equipment.
• Monitor and ensure smooth, efficient operation of all equipment.
• Assist budget planning and expenditure control for maintenance and projects.
• Ensure facilities comply with local regulations and internal standards through audits and corrective actions.
• Coordinate crisis management and emergency response activities.
• Develop and deliver training on emergency procedures to enhance readiness and compliance.
• Apply EH&S and loss prevention principles to uphold workplace safety.

Skills

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Team building

Multilingual

Education

Mechanical & Electrical Engineering

Job description

Shangri-La Rasa Sayang, Penang seeks a dynamic Chief Engineer (RSR & GSH) to lead engineering operations for Penang properties. You will manage maintenance, safety compliance, and utilities, while driving continuous improvements and cost controls.

Strong English, Malay, and Chinese communication is required, with 2+ years in hotel engineering preferred. This clustered post covers Penang properties, with growth opportunities.