Engineering Officer

Dempsey Resource Management Inc.; Quezon City; On-site; PHP 600,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Dempsey Resource Management Inc. seeks an Engineering Officer to oversee maintenance, operation, and safety of building facilities. Reports to Operations Lead, ensuring compliance with safety codes and efficient performance.

Candidate should have a licensed Mechanical or Electrical Engineer credential and 3+ years of relevant experience, with hands-on expertise in HVAC, GenSets, boilers, and building systems. Strong ownership and leadership are essential.

Qualifications

• RME or REE license is required.
• Minimum 3 years of relevant professional experience.
• Experience in property or facilities management is preferred.
• Hands-on experience with operation, preventive maintenance, troubleshooting of building facilities and MEPF systems.
• Experience with HVAC systems (Chillers, HVAC), cooling towers, GenSets; boilers and electrical/mechanical systems.
• Experience with commercial/office malls, hotels, corporate towers properties preferred.
• Strong ownership, leadership presence, and ability to resolve facility-related issues.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily preventive and corrective maintenance for building systems (HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, GenSets).
• Supervise third-party contractors and service providers for repairs and maintenance.
• Ensure operations comply with local safety codes (OSH, fire safety).
• Conduct regular inspections of machinery and equipment to reduce downtime.
• Assist in budgeting for repairs, spare parts procurement, and budget planning.
• Respond to emergencies to minimize downtime.

Skills

Facility maintenance

Leadership presence

Operations management

Vendor management

Troubleshooting

Education

RME/REE licensed engineer

Job description

WORK SCHEDULE:

Monday to Saturday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM

JOB DESCRIPTION:

An Engineering Officer is responsible for overseeing the maintenance, operation, and safety of a facility’s physical structure, mechanical systems, and engineering infrastructure. Reporting to the Operations Lead or Property Manager, this role ensures compliance with safety codes, manages technical staff or contractors, and optimizes equipment performance to maintain seamless day-to-day operations.

JOB REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS:

Registered/Licensed Mechanical Engineer (RME) or Registered/Licensed Electrical Engineer (REE)

At least 3 years of relevant professional experience

No age restriction

Around 2-3 years relevant experience

Experience in property or facilities management is highly preferred.

Candidates should have solid hands‑on experience in the operation, preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and management of building facilities and MEPF systems, particularly:

>Chillers& HVAC Systems

>Cooling Towers& Generator Sets (GenSets)

>Boilers & Building Electrical and Mechanical Systems

Exposure to the following property types is highly preferred:

>Commercial Buildings & Office Buildings

>Shopping Malls & Hotels

>Corporate Tower & Other Commercial Properties

In addition to technical competence, we are looking for someone with a strong sense of ownership, leadership presence, and the ability to effectively manage operational concerns and ensure timely resolution of facility-related issues.

EMPLOYMENT ARRANGEMENT:

2-year fixed-term employment, with potential for regularization based on performance and business requirements. Reports directly to the Operations Lead under the Commercial Properties Group.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

Facility Maintenance & Operations: Oversee daily preventive and corrective maintenance for building systems, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, and generator sets.

Vendor & Contractor Management: Supervise third‑party contractors, technicians, and service providers for specialized repairs, installation, and routine maintenance.

Compliance & Safety Standards: Ensure building operations adhere to local engineering, environmental, and occupational safety codes (e.g., OSH, fire safety regulations).

System Inspections & Audits: Conduct regular inspections of property machinery and equipment to identify issues, reduce downtime, and prolong equipment life cycles.

Budgeting & Resource Management: Assist in estimating costs for technical repairs, spare parts procurement, and operational budget planning.

Emergency Response: Act as a key responder for utility failures, structural emergencies, or system disruptions to minimize operational downtime.