Hotel Engineering Manager: Lead Systems & Guest Comfort

IHG Hotels & Resorts; Singapore; On-site; SGD 110,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunities for career development

Comprehensive health and wellness

Discounts on hotel stays and dining

Collaborative and inclusive culture

Job summary

InterContinental Singapore Robertson Quay is seeking an Engineering Manager to support the Chief Engineer in overseeing the hotel’s engineering and maintenance operations, ensuring reliability of mechanical, electrical, HVAC, plumbing, and life-safety systems to guest comfort and safety.

You will supervise engineers, provide training, conduct briefings, and drive continuous improvement while maintaining cost control and sustainability initiatives within IHG brand standards.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Certificate in Mechanical, Electrical, or Building Services Engineering (or related discipline).
• Minimum 3–5 years of engineering or maintenance experience in hospitality or commercial buildings.
• Good technical knowledge of M&E, HVAC, plumbing, and fire safety systems.
• Prior supervisory experience in a facilities or hotel maintenance setting preferred.
• Proactive, hands-on, and able to troubleshoot technical issues independently.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Willingness to work on-call, weekends, and public holidays as operationally required.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate the daily activities of engineers and technicians to ensure smooth operations of all hotel systems.
• Provide guidance, training, and performance feedback to team members.
• Conduct regular briefings, safety talks, and maintenance meetings.
• Promote teamwork and collaboration between the Engineering department and other hotel divisions.
• Support the Chief Engineer in fostering a culture of accountability, professionalism, and continuous improvement.
• Monitor engineering costs and assist in maintaining department budgets.
• Ensure efficient use of manpower, tools, and resources.
• Support the procurement of materials and contractor services at cost-effective rates.
• Contribute to energy conservation and cost-saving initiatives without compromising guest satisfaction.
• Ensure all mechanical, electrical, HVAC, plumbing, and life-safety systems function efficiently to support guest comfort and safety.
• Respond promptly to maintenance requests and guest issues.
• Oversee preventive maintenance and minor repair works in guest rooms, public areas, and back-of-house.
• Assist in coordinating engineering support for hotel events and functions.
• Maintain hotel facilities in line with IHG brand standards.
• Enforce safety procedures and ensure compliance with workplace and fire safety regulations.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities and inspections.
• Supervise contractors and vendors to ensure quality work and adherence to hotel policies.
• Participate in sustainability initiatives such as energy and water conservation programs.
• Support emergency and crisis response procedures when required.
• The Engineering Manager is accountable for supporting the Chief Engineer in ensuring the hotel’s building systems are well maintained, energy efficient, and compliant with safety standards.

Skills

Team leadership

Safety compliance

Problem solving

On-call readiness

Education

Diploma or Certificate in Mechanical, Electrical, or Building Services Engineering (or related discipline)

Tools

M&E Systems

HVAC knowledge

Fire safety systems

Job description

InterContinental Singapore Robertson Quay is seeking an Engineering Manager to support the Chief Engineer in overseeing the hotel’s engineering and maintenance operations, ensuring reliability of mechanical, electrical, HVAC, plumbing, and life-safety systems to guest comfort and safety.

You will supervise engineers, provide training, conduct briefings, and drive continuous improvement while maintaining cost control and sustainability initiatives within IHG brand standards.