Assistant Chief Engineer

JEN by Shangri-La; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

JEN Singapore Tanglin by Shangri-La is seeking a capable Engineering leader to assist the Director of Engineering in managing the hotel's Engineering & Maintenance Department. You will provide leadership for Maintenance and Preventive Maintenance teams, ensuring safe, efficient, and sustainable operation of all hotel facilities.

You will oversee energy management, regulatory compliance, crisis response, and green initiatives, including pursuing Green Mark certification.

Qualifications

• Diploma/Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Building Services Engineering (or equivalent).
• 5-7 years in hotel engineering/facilities management, with at least 2 years in a leadership supervisory role.
• Strong knowledge of building systems, preventive maintenance planning and energy management practices.
• Familiarity with BCA Green Mark framework and sustainability reporting requirements.
• Proven ability to demonstrate, lead and motivate both Maintenance and Preventive Maintenance teams.
• Strong crisis management, problem-solving, and decision-making skills under pressure.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for collaboration with colleagues, vendors, and regulatory bodies.
• Knowledge of workplace safety, fire safety codes, and statutory compliance.
• Willingness to work shifts, weekends, and be on standby duty as required.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily work of the Departmental Maintenance and Preventive Maintenance teams to ensure smooth hotel operations.
• Develop, implement, and monitor preventive maintenance programs for guest rooms, public areas, back-of-house, and all critical engineering systems.
• Oversee the Building Management System (BMS), ensuring energy performance and system efficiency.
• Lead and support the hotel's sustainability initiatives, including achieving and maintaining BCA Green Mark certification.
• Monitor utility consumption and implement cost-effective energy and water conservation measures.
• Ensure proper waste management and environmental practices in alignment with corporate ESG goals.
• Conduct regular inspections to identify maintenance needs, potential hazards, and opportunities for sustainable improvements.
• Respond promptly to emergencies and act as Incident Controller or key support in crisis management.
• Ensure readiness and reliability of all emergency systems, including backup generators, fire suppression systems/equipment, and emergency lighting.
• Manage departmental budgets, operational expenses, capital expenditures including energy efficiency projects, equipment upgrades, and procurement of sustainable solutions.
• Liaise with regulatory authorities to ensure compliance with workplace safety, environmental, and statutory requirements.
• Prepare reports on Audits, Energy savings, Sustainability performance, and Green Mark progress for management review.
• Train and mentor Duty Engineers, Technicians, and team members in energy-saving practices, sustainability awareness, and emergency response.
• Collaborate with hotel management and other departments to integrate sustainability into daily operations and guest experience.
• Deputize for the Director of Engineering during absences and represent the department in audits, inspections, and management meetings.

Skills

Leadership

Energy management

Sustainability

Crisis management

Budget management

Regulatory compliance

Team supervision

Communication

Education

Mechanical/Electrical/Building Services Engineering degree

Job description

JEN Singapore Tanglin by Shangri-La

Primary Role

Assist the Director of Engineering in managing the hotel's Engineering & Maintenance Department, with leadership responsibilities for both the Maintenance and Preventive Maintenance teams. Ensure the safe, efficient, and sustainable operation of all hotels facilities and systems, while providing support & control in crisis management, regulatory compliance, projects, and green environmental initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate the daily work of the Departmental Maintenance and Preventive Maintenance teams to ensure smooth hotel operations.
• Develop, implement, and monitor preventive maintenance programs for guest rooms, public areas, back-of-house, and all critical engineering systems.
• Oversee the Building Management System (BMS), ensuring optimal energy performance and system efficiency.
• Lead and support the hotel's sustainability initiatives, including achieving and maintaining BCA Green Mark certification.
• Monitor utility consumption (electricity, water, gas) and implement cost-effective energy and water conservation measures.
• Ensure proper waste management and environmental practices in alignment with corporate ESG goals.
• Conduct regular inspections to identify maintenance needs, potential hazards, and opportunities for sustainable improvements.
• Respond promptly to emergencies (e.g., power outages, fire alarms, equipment failures) and act as Incident Controller or key support in crisis management.
• Ensure readiness and reliability of all emergency systems, including backup generators, fire suppression systems/equipment, and emergency lighting.
• Manage departmental budgets, operational expenses, capital expenditures including energy efficiency projects, equipment upgrades, and procurement of sustainable solutions.
• Liaise with regulatory authorities to ensure compliance with workplace safety, environmental, and statutory requirements.
• Prepare reports on Audits, Energy savings, Sustainability performance, and Green Mark progress for management review.
• Train and mentor Duty Engineers, Technicians, and team members in energy-saving practices, sustainability awareness, and emergency response.
• Collaborate with hotel management and other departments to integrate sustainability into daily operations and guest experience.
• Deputize for the Director of Engineering during absences and represent the department in audits, inspections, and management meetings.

Requirements

• Diploma/Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Building Services Engineering (or equivalent).
• Minimum 5-7 years' experience in hotel engineering/facilities management, with at least 2 years in a leadership supervisory role.
• Strong technical knowledge of building systems, preventive maintenance planning, and energy management practices.
• Familiarity with BCA Green Mark framework and sustainability reporting requirements.
• Proven ability to demonstrate, lead and motivate both Maintenance and Preventive Maintenance teams.
• Strong crisis management, problem-solving, and decision-making skills under pressure.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for collaboration with colleagues, vendors, and regulatory bodies.
• Knowledge of workplace safety, fire safety codes, and statutory compliance.
• Willingness to work shifts, weekends, and be on standby duty as required.