Engineering Manager (Hotel)

An exciting opportunity has arrived at The Garcha Group, Singapore’s boutique hotel group currently with the following hotels:

- Maxwell Reserve, Autograph Collection Hotel (Marriott);

- Duxton Reserve, Autograph Collection Hotel (Marriott);

- The Vagabond Club, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel (Marriott);

- The Serangoon Club, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel (Marriott).

• Yellow Pot, Anouska's (Duxton Reserve)

• Shikar, Cultivate Cafe, Isabel Bar, Officers’ Mess Polo Bar (Maxwell Reserve)

• The Whiskey Library & Jazz Club, Sharab aur Kebab (The Vagabond Club)

• GupShup (The Serangoon House)

- As an associate of a Marriott hotel, you, your parents or parents-in-laws, children, spouse/domestic partner and siblings are eligible for discounts on F&B and room rates in 7,000+ hotels world-wide.

- As an associate of a Marriott hotel, you have access to the “Global Learning + Development” tool which creates for you personalized learning experiences designed to help you thrive in their Marriott career journey. (see attached for full Marriott benefits)

- 2 nights yearly staycation in any of the 4 Garcha Group hotels in Singapore.

- 20% off Food/Alcohol Bill at all Garcha Group restaurants and bars

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• Review all facilities with an aesthetic eye for detail to ensure the property remains in excellent condition.
  
• Be well‑organized and hands‑on in troubleshooting and resolving issues related to air conditioning systems (Daikin VRV), plumbing, humidity, electrical faults and all M&E‑related matters.
  
• Support efforts to optimize system efficiency and reduce operating costs.
  
• Ensure the hotel’s accommodations and facilities remain problem‑free and in optimal working condition.
  
• Manage the upkeep of buildings, equipment and supplies in accordance with health and safety standards.
  
• Plan, coordinate and perform installations and repairs (telecommunications, HVAC, electrical, etc.) and refurbishment works.
  
• Inspect building structures regularly and determine necessary repairs or improvements.
  
• Assist in controlling activities related to waste disposal, building security and general facility functions.
  
• Coordinate daily engineering operations and assign tasks to technicians and facilities staff.
  
• Prepare and monitor daily/weekly work schedules and follow up on task completion.
  
• Conduct inspections and quality checks on completed maintenance work to ensure standards are met.
  
• Communicate with Front Office and Housekeeping regarding room maintenance status and downtime.
  
• Supervise foreign staff (handymen) and oversee external contractors to ensure quality and safety compliance.
  
• Provide on‑the‑job training, guidance and support to junior technicians and facility staff.
  
• Promote a positive, solution‑oriented, and disciplined work culture.
  
• Oversee and track the preventive maintenance program for guestrooms, public areas and back‑of‑house equipment.
  
• Ensure all logs, checklists and PMS documentation are completed accurately and on time.
  
• Monitor recurring issues and recommend preventive measures.
  
• Manage and track inventory of spare parts, tools and consumables.
  
• Ensure proper housekeeping, labeling and organization in engineering storage areas.
  
• Obtain and review comparative quotations for materials and contractor works.
  
• Highlight stock shortages and coordinate replenishment requests.
  
• Conduct regular safety briefings and toolbox talks for the engineering team.
  
• Ensure compliance with PPE requirements, LOTO procedures and safe work practices.
  
• Participate in fire drills and assist with inspections and maintenance of fire safety systems.
  
• Monitor key building systems (HVAC, pumps, boilers, electrical panels, BMS) and report abnormalities promptly.
  
• Ensure contractor compliance with hotel safety rules, including hot work permits and barricading.
  
• Escort and supervise vendors and contractors while onsite.
  
• Ensure work performed by external parties meets standards and scope of work.
  
• Verify and recommend contractor work completion before sign‑off or payment.
  
• Review utilities consumption and recommend measures to reduce costs.
  
• Assist in managing insurance‑related matters and maintaining service contract records.
  
• Keep accurate financial and non‑financial records, including maintenance trackers and reports.
  
• Submit daily maintenance updates and escalate urgent issues to the Chief Engineer or Management as needed.
  
• Maintain all engineering trackers and documentation. xcfaprz
  
• Any other duties/tasks as requested by management.