Assistant Engineering Manager

Position Summary:

The Assistant Engineering Manager supports the Engineering Manager in overseeing all technical operations, preventive maintenance programs, and engineering team activities within the hotel. The role ensures the property, equipment, and facilities are operating safely, efficiently, and in line with brand standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in planning, executing, and supervising preventive maintenance across all hotel areas (guest rooms, public spaces, back-of-house, kitchen, laundry, and mechanical areas).
• Support in managing the day-to-day engineering operations, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, ELV, firefighting, and utilities.
• Ensure prompt response to maintenance requests, guest room defects, and operational needs to maintain guest satisfaction.
• Monitor and oversee proper operation of building management systems (BMS), boilers, chillers, pumps, generators, and other critical equipment.
• Assist in monitoring utility consumption and implementing energy-saving initiatives to reduce operational costs.
• Coordinate with external contractors and suppliers for repairs, projects, and compliance-related inspections.
• Ensure all engineering work is carried out safely, following hotel policies, legal regulations, and health & safety guidelines.
• Participate in budgeting, cost control, spare parts inventory management, and planning engineering projects.
• Support in training, supervising, and guiding the engineering team to ensure technical competency and high performance.
• Act as the department head in the absence of the Engineering Manager.

Person Specification – Assistant Engineering Manager

Qualifications & Experience:

• Degree or diploma in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, or related discipline).
• Minimum 7–10 years of engineering experience, with at least 3–5 years in a senior supervisory role or as a Shift Engineer in a hotel or similar facility.
• Strong technical knowledge in HVAC, electrical systems, plumbing, and mechanical equipment.
• Experience managing preventive maintenance programs and engineering teams.

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong leadership, team supervision, and problem-solving abilities.
• Good understanding of hotel building systems (BMS, fire safety systems, lifts, pumps, chillers, generators).
• Ability to prioritize tasks and handle emergency situations efficiently.
• Excellent communication and coordination skills with other departments.
• Competence in preparing reports, maintenance logs, and basic cost control.

Personal Attributes:

• Detail-oriented, responsible, and hands-on.
• Proactive, with a focus on safety, efficiency, and quality service.
• Good attitude, teamwork spirit, and commitment to maintaining high standards.
• Ability to work under pressure and remain calm in technical emergencies.