Duty Engineer | Four Season

Job Description

About Four Seasons:

Four Seasons is powered by our people. We are a collective of individuals who crave to become better, to push ourselves to new heights and to treat each other as we wish to be treated in return. Our team members around the world create amazing experiences for our guests, residents, and partners through a commitment to luxury with genuine heart. We know that the best way to enable our people to deliver these exceptional guest experiences is through a world-class employee experience and company culture.         

At Four Seasons, we believe in recognizing a familiar face, welcoming a new one and treating everyone we meet the way we would want to be treated ourselves. Whether you work with us, stay with us, live with us or discover with us, we believe our purpose is to create impressions that will stay with you for a lifetime. It comes from our belief that life is richer when we truly connect to the people and the world around us.

About the location:

A luxury hotel in Singapore that escapes into a quiet garden enclave in the heart of the city – steps from Orchard Road shops and entertainment, and just minutes from the financial district. Enter a world that is intimate and exclusive, yet complete in every way, with award-winning dining and 24-hour fitness center. A warm, residential ambience showcases over 1,500 Asian art pieces, and thoughtful Four Seasons care elevates every moment.

About the role

Duty Engineer

The Duty Engineer plays a crucial role in overseeing all engineering operations within the hotel. This includes delegating tasks to subordinates, coordinating engineering activities, and implementing preventive maintenance programs. He/she will ensure compliance with maintenance standards, monitor supplies, and respond to emergency breakdowns. Additionally, the Duty Engineer handles minor projects, ensures systems are well-maintained, and promotes energy conservation measures. The incumbent also conducts inspections, leads daily meetings, and trains subordinates while enforcing hotel policies.

What you will do

• Oversee delegation of daily tasks to subordinates, aligning with maintenance programs such as Perfect Room Program (PRP) and Preventive Maintenance Program (PMP)

• Coordinate all engineering activities hotel-wide

• Develop and execute PMP for engineering equipment/systems including those under Maintenance Contracts, ensuring strict adherence to PMP standards. Monitor and maintain records of preventive maintenance activities.

• Manage inventory levels of engineering supplies and ensure timely replenishment.

• Respond to emergency breakdowns promptly and see through to resolution. Manage minor engineering projects and provide updates to the Assistant Director of Engineering.

• Ensure all M&E, ACMV, fire and safety systems are well maintained and checked periodically.

• Implement and promote energy conservation measures, seeking opportunities for improvement.

• Lead daily meetings and guide subordinates by training and developing their career growth.

• Ensures that all subordinates conform to the hotel’s employee handbook and policies such as grooming and behaviour.

• Conduct daily inspections of engineering plant rooms and random inspections of work performed by subordinates.

What you bring

• Preferably a Diploma holder in Building/Facilities Engineering or its equivalent

• Minimum four (4) years as Building/Facilities Technician with hands-on skills, and/or minimum two (2) years as a Senior Technician/M&E Supervisor/Maintenance Officer or equivalent, with strong Technical knowledge

• Minimum one (1) year of administrative experience, preferably in a hospitality or engineering-related field, will be an added advantage

• Equipped with basic Computer Skills (i.e. MS PowerPoint, Excel, Word, Outlook, etc.)

• Positive learning attitude, an eye for details, being actively prepared for urgent/emergency work, and a growth mindset

What we offer: 

With a culture built on mutual respect, a growing world of opportunities and an environment that supports the personal drive for excellence, a Four Seasons career can be exceptionally rewarding.

• Career growth opportunities

• Unique strong culture

• Best-in-industry training

• Complimentary stays at Four Seasons properties (based on availability), with discounted meals

• Paid holidays/vacation

• Dental and medical/life insurance

• Employee service awards/Birthday Gift

• Annual employee party/social and sporting events

• Complimentary meals in dedicated employee restaurant

Schedule & Hours:

This position requires the incumbent to work from Mondays to Fridays and one weekend per week, 8.30 am to 6.00 pm. He/she may cover shift duties due to work exigencies.