Assistant Chief Engineer

QT Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 78,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Market leading salary

Career development opportunities

Training by industry leaders

Work-life balance emphasis

Job summary

QT Singapore, a premier hospitality brand, is seeking an Assistant Chief Engineer to oversee the hotel’s engineering operations, systems, and safety. You will support the Chief Engineer and lead the engineering team to ensure reliable facilities and exceptional guest experiences.

Responsibilities include managing maintenance programmes, supervising staff, coordinating contractors, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations while helping implement energy and sustainability initiatives.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Building Services Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 3 years in hospitality engineering, including supervisory experience.
• Experience with budgeting, energy management, and CAPEX projects is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Chief Engineer in day-to-day Engineering operations to maintain facilities and systems to standards.
• Supervise the Engineering team to ensure productivity and service delivery.
• Coordinate preventive and corrective maintenance to minimise downtime.
• Inspect facilities and systems, identify needs and suggest improvements.
• Respond promptly to issues, guest requests and emergencies to maintain satisfaction.
• Assist in developing engineering policies, procedures and standards.

Skills

HVAC knowledge

Maintenance planning

Supervisory leadership

Problem solving

Organisational skills

Emergency response

Communication

Collaboration with operations

Service orientation

Vendor coordination

Education

Diploma or Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Building Services Engineering

Job description

QT Singapore is our latest and one of the most exciting new openings in our company's history. Our first venture into Asia, bringing the unique QT brand and world class service standards to one of the world's leading entertainment, dining and travel destinations.

Now that QT Singapore has officially opened its doors as one of the most talked-about hotels launches in Singapore, we continue to offer our team members the following outstanding benefits –

• Market leading, competitive salary packages

• Unrivalled opportunities for development and growth

• Training and coaching from leading names in global hospitality leadership

• A commitment to employees that work-life balance being paramount to a successfully performing team

The Scope:

The Assistant Chief Engineer will assist in overseeing the overall operation, maintenance, safety, and reliability of the hotel's building, engineering systems, equipment, and facilities. This role supports the Chief Engineer in ensuring the efficient execution of preventive and corrective maintenance programmes, statutory compliance, engineering projects, and contractor management while maintaining minimal disruption to hotel operations and delivering an exceptional guest experience.

The Assistant Chief Engineer will provide technical guidance to the Engineering team, support staff development, and work closely with all hotel departments to maintain the property to high operational and safety standards.

Job Responsibilities:

• Assist the Chief Engineer in managing the day-to-day operations of the Engineering Department to ensure hotel facilities, equipment, and engineering systems are maintained to the required standards.

• Supervise, guide, and support the Engineering team to ensure efficient manpower utilisation, productivity, and service delivery.

• Coordinate and monitor preventive and corrective maintenance programmes to ensure the reliability and functionality of hotel facilities and minimise operational downtime.

• Conduct regular inspections of hotel facilities and engineering systems, identify maintenance requirements, and recommend improvement measures.

• Respond promptly to engineering issues, guest requests, and emergency situations to minimise disruption and maintain guest satisfaction.

• Assist in developing and implementing engineering policies, procedures, and standards to ensure safe, efficient, and consistent operations.

• Support the planning and execution of maintenance, renovation, refurbishment, and CAPEX projects within approved budgets and timelines.

• Coordinate and supervise contractors, consultants, and suppliers to ensure works are carried out safely, efficiently, and according to required standards.

• Ensure compliance with all applicable statutory, fire safety, environmental, and workplace safety regulations.

• Assist in monitoring departmental expenses, controlling costs, and managing resources effectively.

• Support the implementation of energy, water, and sustainability initiatives to improve operational efficiency and reduce utility consumption.

• Work closely with Management and other hotel departments to support seamless hotel operations and enhance the property's condition and guest experience.

• Act on behalf of the Chief Engineer during his/her absence as required.

• Perform any other duties and responsibilities as assigned by Management.

Qualifications:

• Diploma or Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Building Services Engineering, or a related field.

Experience:

• Minimum 3 years of engineering experience in the hospitality industry, including supervisory experience.

• Experience in hotel maintenance operations, contractor management, and engineering project coordination.

• Exposure to budgeting, cost control, energy management, and CAPEX projects will be an advantage.

Key Competencies:

• Good knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire safety, and building systems.

• Strong understanding of preventive maintenance planning and execution.

• Supervisory and team leadership skills.

• Problem-solving and analytical abilities.

• Strong organisational and planning skills.

• Ability to work under pressure and respond effectively to emergencies.

• Good communication and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to collaborate effectively with hotel operations departments.

• Customer-focused mindset with strong service orientation.

• Vendor and contractor coordination and management skills.

• Ability to make sound operational decisions and provide technical recommendations.