Technician

Merlin Entertainments; Singapore; On-site; SGD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

Job summary

Merlin Entertainments in Singapore seeks a Technician to maintain the attraction’s technical systems, equipment, exhibits, and facilities, ensuring a safe, reliable guest experience. You will perform preventive maintenance, troubleshoot, repair, and support project work.

The role includes daily inspections, rapid incident response, and collaboration with the Technical Manager, contractors, and event teams to uphold high standards and smooth operation.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to read schematics, blueprints and technical manuals.
• Independent worker who can also collaborate with a team.
• Good communication and safety awareness across shifts.

Responsibilities

• Maintain amusement rides and theatre equipment, AV/lighting, HVAC and building services.
• Perform preventive maintenance and respond to technical incidents during operations.
• Inspect and repair electrical/electronic equipment and document activities.
• Assist external contractors and support events and special programmes.
• Follow safety procedures and assist with emergency procedures when required.

Skills

Reading schematics

Independent work

Team player

Reading drawings

Communication skills

Shift flexibility

Education

Diploma or equivalent in electrical/electronic/mechanical/building facilities/audio-visual

NITEC or Higher NITEC

Related technical discipline

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Electrical test equipment

Maintenance software

Job description

ROLE Summary

The Technician is responsible for maintaining the attraction’s technical systems, equipment, exhibits, and facilities to ensure a safe, reliable, and high-quality guest experience. The role includes preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, repairs, inspections, installation work, and project management support across the attraction.

• Responsible for maintenance / repair / electrical / electronic equipment or devices on attraction facilities including but not limited to amusement rides, theatre equipment, special effects, AV & lighting, air conditioning, building service, M&E, plumbing & Sanitary, fire services, etc.
• Carry out daily technical inspections before the attraction opens.
• Respond quickly to technical incidents during operating hours
• Communicate equipment faults, operational risks, and repair requirements to the Technical Manager.
• Perform preventive maintenance according to the planned maintenance schedule.
• Troubleshoot equipment faults and complete repairs promptly to minimise operational downtime.
• Identify recurring faults and recommend practical improvements to increase equipment reliability.
• Record inspections, maintenance activities, faults, repairs, and spare-parts usage accurately.
• Maintain tools, workshops, technical rooms, and storage areas in a safe and organised condition.
• Assist contractors and external service providers during maintenance and project work.
• Support events, promotional activities, photo opportunities, and special attraction programmes when required.
• Assist with emergency procedures, evacuation support, and business-continuity activities.
• Perform other reasonable technical duties assigned by management.

Qualifications & Experience

• NITEC, Higher NITEC, diploma, or equivalent qualification in electrical, electronic, mechanical, Building facility, audio-visual, or a related technical discipline.
• Fresh graduates from technical field are welcome
• Previous basic experience in facilities maintenance, attractions, entertainment venues, museums, hotels, retail environments, or similar operations.
• Familiarity with hand tools, power tools, electrical test equipment, and maintenance software.
• Relevant electrical, safety, work-at-height, or equipment-operation certification would be an advantage

Skills and Competencies

• Proficiency in reading and interpreting schematics, blueprints, and technical manuals.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while also being a team player.
• Ability to read basic technical drawings, manuals, wiring diagrams, and maintenance instructions.
• Willing to work various shifts, including mornings, afternoons, and weekends, as well as on public holidays.
• Good communication and listening skills.

Benefits

A competitive benefits package will be provided.

Pay Range

Competitive