Assistant Chief Engineer

Primary

Role

Assist the Director of

Engineering in managing the hotel's Engineering & Maintenance

Department, with leadership responsibilities for both the

Maintenance and Preventive Maintenance teams. Ensure the safe,

efficient, and sustainable operation of all hotels facilities and

systems, while providing support & control in crisis

management, regulatory compliance, projects, and green

environmental

initiatives.

Responsibilities

Supervise and coordinate the daily work of the

Departmental Maintenance and Preventive Maintenance teams to ensure

smooth hotel operations.

Develop, implement,

and monitor preventive maintenance programs for guest rooms, public

areas, back-of-house, and all critical engineering

systems.

Oversee the Building Management

System (BMS), ensuring optimal energy performance and system

efficiency.

Lead and support the hotel's

sustainability initiatives, including achieving and maintaining BCA

Green Mark certification.

Monitor utility

consumption (electricity, water, gas) and implement cost-effective

energy and water conservation measures.

Ensure

proper waste management and environmental practices in alignment

with corporate ESG goals.

Conduct regular

inspections to identify maintenance needs, potential hazards, and

opportunities for sustainable improvements.

Respond promptly to emergencies (e.g., power outages,

fire alarms, equipment failures) and act as Incident Controller or

key support in crisis management.

Ensure

readiness and reliability of all emergency systems, including

backup generators, fire suppression systems / equipment, and

emergency lighting.

Manage departmental

budgets, operational expenses, capital expenditures including

energy efficiency projects, equipment upgrades, and procurement of

sustainable solutions.

Liaise with regulatory

authorities to ensure compliance with workplace safety,

environmental, and statutory requirements.

Prepare reports on Audits, Energy savings, Sustainability

performance, and Green Mark progress for management

review.

Train and mentor Duty Engineers,

Technicians, and team members in energy-saving practices,

sustainability awareness, and emergency response.

Collaborate with hotel management and other departments

to integrate sustainability into daily operations and guest

experience.

Deputize for the Director of

Engineering during absences and represent the department in audits,

inspections, and management

meetings.

Requirements :

Diploma / Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Building

Services Engineering (or equivalent).

Minimum

5-7 years' experience in hotel engineering / facilities management,

with at least 2 years in a leadership supervisory role.

Strong technical knowledge of building systems,

preventive maintenance planning, and energy

management practices .

Familiarity with BCA Green Mark

framework and sustainability reporting

requirements.

Proven ability to demonstrate,

lead and motivate both Maintenance and Preventive Maintenance

teams.

Strong crisis management,

problem-solving, and decision-making skills under

pressure.

Excellent communication and

interpersonal skills for collaboration with colleagues, vendors,

and regulatory bodies.

Knowledge of workplace

safety, fire safety codes, and statutory compliance.

Willingness to work shifts, weekends, and be on standby

duty as required.