Shift Engineer

About the role

The Shift Engineer ensures the safe and efficient operation of all engineering and maintenance functions during the assigned shift at a hotel that is part of the Accor network. You will monitor building systems, respond to maintenance requests, and support the overall comfort and safety of guests and staff.

Key responsibilities

• Monitor electrical, mechanical, HVAC, plumbing and other engineering systems throughout the shift.
• Respond promptly to maintenance requests, equipment breakdowns and urgent engineering issues.
• Perform basic troubleshooting and coordinate corrective maintenance to resolve technical problems quickly.
• Conduct regular inspections of plant rooms, equipment, public areas, guest rooms and back‑of‑house areas.
• Support preventive maintenance activities and ensure scheduled tasks are completed correctly.
• Report abnormal conditions, failures or safety concerns to Engineering management.
• Coordinate with other hotel departments regarding maintenance needs.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, breakdowns, inspections and shift handovers.
• Assist external contractors during maintenance, inspections and technical works.
• Support energy and utility monitoring initiatives and report unusual consumption.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering.
• Fresh graduates welcome; 0–2 years of relevant experience preferred.
• Basic knowledge of electrical, mechanical, HVAC, plumbing and building systems.

Required skills

• Electrical systems
• Mechanical systems
• HVAC systems
• Plumbing systems
• Building systems monitoring
• Preventive maintenance
• Energy/utility monitoring