Associate Engineer 1 (Facilities & Properties)

Singapore Press Holdings Limited; Singapore; On-site; SGD 33,480 - 60,264; Full time

Job summary

SPH Print Centre in Singapore seeks a reliable Associate Engineer to oversee daily operations, maintenance and reliable performance of critical building systems.

You will monitor chillers, ACMV, cooling towers, pumps and electrical distribution, supervise external contractors, coordinate facility improvements and work rotating shifts including nights and weekends.

Qualifications

• Diploma/NITEC in Electrical, Mechanical, or Building Services Engineering with 1–2 years’ maintenance experience.
• Strong grounding in chiller plant operations and electrical distribution.
• Knowledge of PLC/SCADA and building automation is advantageous.
• Good communication and teamwork skills for coordinating with internal teams and external vendors.
• Able to work rotating shifts including nights, weekends and public holidays.
• Willing to overtime during critical maintenance or plant shutdowns.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily facilities operations, planned maintenance, and troubleshooting of M&E (Mechanical and Electrical) systems.
• Conduct routine inspections and performance monitoring of critical M&E systems such as chillers, ACMV, cooling towers, pumps and electrical distribution.
• Supervise and inspect maintenance work by external contractors on M&E, fire alarm, and other critical equipment to meet safety and regulatory standards.
• Assist in project coordination for facility improvements, system upgrades and equipment replacement projects.

Skills

PLC/SCADA

Fire safety

M&E knowledge

Teamwork

Education

NITEC / Higher NITEC / Diploma in Electrical, Mechanical, or Building Services Engineering

Job description

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Job Type: Full Time

Category: Corporate

Overall Purpose of the Job

We are looking for a reliable, hands-on Associate Engineer who will be responsible for the daily operations, maintenance and reliable performance of critical building systems at SPH Print Centre. If this is you, we want to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities

Perform daily facilities operations, planned maintenance, and troubleshooting of M&E (Mechanical and Electrical) systems.

Conduct routine inspections and performance monitoring of critical M&E systems, including chillers, ACMV (Air Conditioning and Mechanical Ventilation), cooling towers, pumps, and electrical distribution systems.

Supervise and inspect maintenance work performed by external contractors on M&E, fire alarm, and other critical equipment to ensure strict compliance with safety, operational, and regulatory standards.

Assist in project coordination for facility improvements, system upgrades, and equipment replacement projects.

Required Qualifications

NITEC / Higher NITEC / Diploma in Electrical, Mechanical, or Building Services Engineering, preferably with 1-2 years of relevant experience in facility or industrial plant maintenance.

Good foundational understanding of chiller plant operations, electrical distribution systems, and fire safety systems.

Basic knowledge of PLC/SCADA, building automation, and control systems would be a distinct advantage.

Strong communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to coordinate effectively with internal departments and external vendors.

Fit and abletoworkrotatingshiftsincludingnightshifts,andonweekendsandpublic holidays

Prepared to work overtime when necessary, particularly during critical maintenance or plant shutdown periods.

On-the-job training and technical development opportunities will be provided for this role.

Entry level candidates without prior working experience are welcome to apply.

(SPH Print Centre is located at 2, Jurong Port Road. Company transport will be provided from Clementi and Chinese Garden MRT Stations)