Engineering Maintenance Manager

At Shangri‑La Singapore, we are a heart‑warming family. We share something powerful – our genuine care and respect for others. Our strength lies beyond our harmonious surroundings and hideaway locations. It lies in our core values that guide us to treat everyone with honour, as kin, as family. We strive to be the preferred employer by providing great benefits, a tranquil and sincere working environment, work‑life balance, and recognition for your efforts.

Set in 15 acres of lush greenery just minutes from the vibrant Orchard Road shopping belt, Shangri‑La Singapore is a sophisticated urban retreat for business and leisure travellers. Our 792 luxurious guestrooms and suites span across three distinct wings, including family‑themed rooms supported by dedicated family‑focused amenities.

We are looking for a Engineering Maintenance Manager to join our team!

Key Responsibilities

Engineering Operations & Maintenance

• Lead, oversee the overall maintenance for guestroom, function space, front of house and back of house throughout the hotel.

• Ensure preventive and corrective maintenance works are carried out efficiently and to established standards.

• Monitor outstanding work orders and follow up on timely completion of maintenance activities.

• Support hotel operations and events by ensuring all maintenance services and technical requirements are met.

Asset & Inventory Management

• Manage maintenance budget and overall expenditure.

• Manage engineering spare parts and materials to ensure adequate stock availability.

• Monitor inventory usage and initiate procurement requests when required.

• Ensure proper maintenance and upkeep of engineering tools, equipment, and facilities.

Team Leadership & Development

• Lead, supervise, and motivate the Engineering team to achieve departmental goals and service standards.

• Plan manpower deployment, duty rosters, and resource allocation to support operational needs.

• Conduct performance reviews, provide coaching, and identify development opportunities for team members.

• Drive technical competency through orientation, on-the-job training, and skills development programmes.

• Stakeholder Management & Communication

• Collaborate with internal departments and external contractors to support maintenance and improvement projects.

• Conduct regular briefings and communicate operational priorities, safety requirements, and departmental updates.

• Provide technical support and recommendations to address operational issues and business needs.

Safety, Compliance & Workplace Standards

• Ensure compliance with safety regulations, engineering standards, and hotel policies.

• Promote safe working practices and cultivate a strong safety culture within the department.

• Monitor workplace cleanliness, staff grooming, and adherence to operational standards.

Requirements

• Diploma or equivalent in Engineering or a related discipline.

• Minimum 5-10 years of relevant engineering or facilities management experience, preferably in hospitality or commercial properties.

• Strong technical knowledge and standards for general maintenance.

• Proven leadership, manpower planning, and team development capabilities.

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