Duty Engineer

The Standard, Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 36,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

The Standard, Singapore is seeking a responsible Duty Engineer to oversee maintenance of hotel buildings, M&E systems, and guest-related service requests. You will coordinate with contractors and in-house technicians to ensure reliable operations and safety across plant rooms and facilities.

Responsibilities include monitoring utilities, responding to service calls, and assisting with major events. Strong leadership, teamwork, and a proactive approach are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years of experience in a relevant field preferred.
• Diploma or Certificate in Building Services, Mechanical, Electrical, or Marine Engineering.
• Motivated and a self-starter.
• Willingness to take on new challenges.
• Able to work shifts.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Report to the Chief Engineer for the general maintenance of all buildings, mechanical and electrical plant rooms in the Hotel.
• Oversee and carry out preventive maintenance, repairs, and servicing, whether conducted by contractors or in-house technicians.
• Maintain inventory and ensure proper housekeeping of building maintenance tools, equipment, and machinery.
• Monitor utility meters such as water and electricity meters readings.
• Attend to all M&E matters including power failures, faulty light fittings, breakdowns of air-conditioning systems, plumbing defects, etc.
• Perform duties as a Duty Engineer and respond to service calls/job orders from guests and other departments.
• Attend to all maintenance requests from other departments.
• Provide technical assistance to other departments for major events or VIP visits as assigned by the General Manager, Front Office Manager or Chief Engineer.
• Serve as an active member of the hotel emergency response team.
• Follow all company safety and security policies and procedures.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Leadership

Teamwork

Self-motivated

Education

Building/Mechanical/Electrical/Marine Engineering diploma/certificate

Job description

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Report to the Chief Engineer for the general maintenance of all buildings, mechanical and electrical plant rooms in the Hotel.

• Oversee and carry out preventive maintenance, repairs, and servicing, whether conducted by contractors or in-house technicians.

• Maintain inventory and ensure proper housekeeping of building maintenance tools, equipment, and machinery.

• Monitor utility meters such as water and electricity meters readings.

• Attend to all M&E matters including power failures, faulty light fittings, breakdowns of air-conditioning systems, plumbing defects, etc.

• Perform duties as a Duty Engineer and respond to service calls/job orders from guests and other departments.

• Attend to all maintenance requests from other departments.

• Provide technical assistance to other departments for major events or VIP visits as assigned by the General Manager, Front Office Manager or Chief Engineer.

• Serve as an active member of the hotel emergency response team.

• Follow all company safety and security policies and procedures.

Requirements:

• 3 to 5 years of experience in a relevant field preferred.

• Passionate, energetic, and self-motivated individual capable of delivering exceptional performance.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

• Ability to work well in teams and demonstrate excellent leadership.

• Willingness to take on new challenges.

• Able to work shifts.

• Diploma or Certificate in Building Services, Mechanical, Electrical, or Marine Engineering.

• Motivated and a self-starter.