IT Manager – Hotel Pre-Opening

About the role

Avani Singapore is seeking an experienced and proactive IT Manager to lead the hotel’s technology function from pre‑opening through ongoing operations. You will work closely with the Director of Engineering, Corporate IT, vendors and the leadership team to ensure all technology platforms are secure, operational and ready to support guests and staff.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the pre‑opening IT workstream, overseeing infrastructure setup, network deployment, system testing and operational launch planning.
• Coordinate installation, configuration and integration of all hotel technology systems, including Opera PMS, POS, telephony, TV, Wi‑Fi and back‑office interfaces.
• Manage administration, maintenance and optimisation of Opera PMS and other core hotel systems.
• Support smart‑hotel technologies, oversee system upgrades, software enhancements and issue resolution with vendors.
• Ensure technology security, data protection and compliance with company and Singapore standards.
• Provide technical support and training to hotel team members across all departments.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science or related field.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in hotel IT operations, including leadership or management responsibilities.
• Strong knowledge of Opera PMS, hospitality systems, networks, hardware, software, databases and system integrations.
• Experience managing technology projects, system implementations and vendor relationships; pre‑opening hotel experience preferred.
• Fluent in English; knowledge of Singapore data‑protection and cybersecurity requirements advantageous.

Required skills

• Opera PMS
• POS systems
• Telephony and TV systems
• Wi‑Fi and network infrastructure
• Back‑office systems and system integrations
• Cybersecurity and data‑protection practices

What we offer

• Opportunity to be part of a landmark hotel opening in Singapore.
• Join a globally recognised hospitality group with a collaborative, people‑focused culture.
• Play a key role in shaping the hotel’s technology landscape from day one.
• Regional and international career development opportunities.