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Chief Engineer

5000 - 5500 SGD
Full-time

Hotel Royal

Position Summary

The Chief Engineer is responsible for overseeing the overall maintenance, repair, and efficient operation of the hotel’s engineering systems and facilities. This includes preventive maintenance, safety compliance, energy management, contractor supervision, and ensuring all guest rooms and public areas are maintained to hotel standards.

The role is also responsible for leading the engineering team to ensure smooth daily operations while minimizing equipment downtime and maintaining a safe environment for guests and employees.

Key Responsibilities

Operations & Maintenance

  • Oversee the day-to-day operations of the Engineering Department.
  • Ensure all hotel facilities, guest rooms, public areas, back-of-house areas, and equipment are maintained in excellent working condition.
  • Develop and implement preventive maintenance programs for all mechanical, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, kitchen, and laundry equipment.
  • Attend to emergency breakdowns and ensure prompt rectification of issues.
  • Monitor maintenance requests and ensure timely completion.

Team Management

  • Lead, supervise, and train the engineering team.
  • Prepare duty rosters, work schedules, and manpower planning.
  • Conduct performance review sand provide coaching to team members.
  • Ensure staff comply with workplace safety and hotel policies.

Safety & Compliance

  • Ensure compliance with Singapore regulations, including:

- Workplace Safety and Health (WSH)
- Fire Safety requirements
- Building and construction regulations
- Environmental and sustainability standards

  • Coordinate and liaise with external contractors, vendors, and government authorities.
  • Ensure all licenses,certifications, and statutory inspections are up to date.

Financial & Cost Control

  • Prepare and manage the engineering department budget.
  • Control repair and maintenance expenses while maintaining operational standards.
  • Monitor utility consumption and implement energy-saving initiatives.
  • Source quotations and manage contractor work within approved budgets.

Projects & Renovation

  • Support hotel refurbishment, upgrading projects, and renovation works.
  • Coordinate project timelines and ensure minimal disruption to hotel operations.
  • Review contractor work quality and project completion standards.

Requirements

  • Diploma or Degree in Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, Building Services, or related field.
  • Minimum 5 years of engineering experience in hospitality, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or managerial role.
  • Experience in hotel engineering operations
  • Good knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, and building systems.
  • Familiar with Singapore safety and regulatory requirements.
  • Strong leadership and problem-solving skills.
  • Able to work under pressure and respond to emergencies when required.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office and maintenance management systems.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Certified Fire Safety Manager (FSM) is an advantage.
  • Knowledge of energy conservation and sustainability practices.
  • Experience handling hotel renovation or CAPEX projects.
Vacancy posted 9 days ago
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