Assistant Chief Engineer, Hotel Facilities & Safety

Accor; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Accor's ibis Singapore on Bencoolen is seeking an Assistant Chief Engineer to support the Chief Engineer in leading Engineering & Maintenance operations, ensuring safe and reliable hotel facilities for guests and Heartists.

You will oversee preventive and corrective maintenance, supervise the engineering team, and coordinate external contractors while driving energy efficiency and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8–10 years of relevant engineering or facilities management experience.
• Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related technical discipline.
• Previous supervisory or managerial experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Chief Engineer in managing daily operations of the Engineering & Maintenance Department.
• Lead, supervise, and motivate the Engineering team to maintain high standards of operational efficiency, safety, and service delivery.
• Plan and oversee preventive and corrective maintenance programmes for guest rooms, public areas, back-of-house facilities and building equipment.
• Monitor and ensure proper functioning of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, air-conditioning and fire protection systems.
• Ensure compliance with fire safety regulations, workplace safety standards and BizSAFE Level 3 requirements.
• Oversee external contractors, vendors and service providers to ensure quality workmanship and safety.
• Monitor departmental budgets and maintenance costs, identifying opportunities to improve efficiency and energy use.
• Coach and develop team members, coordinate safety training, and drive continuous improvement.
• Maintain engineering records and liaise with management, consultants, and authorities; cover Chief Engineer’s duties when needed.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Organisational skills

Education

Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Job description

Accor's ibis Singapore on Bencoolen is seeking an Assistant Chief Engineer to support the Chief Engineer in leading Engineering & Maintenance operations, ensuring safe and reliable hotel facilities for guests and Heartists.

You will oversee preventive and corrective maintenance, supervise the engineering team, and coordinate external contractors while driving energy efficiency and regulatory compliance.