Assistant Technician - Water Network Pump Mechanic

Serco; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 78,000 - 123,000; Full time

Job summary

Serco is seeking an Assistant Technician - Water Network Pump Mechanic for Dubai Airports. The role involves preventive, corrective and breakdown maintenance on pumps, hydraulic equipment, and cooling systems within an airport setting.

You will inspect, diagnose, and repair pumps, valves and drainage systems, while following LV electrical isolation and safety procedures. Strong English and MS Office skills are required.

Qualifications

• ITI Diploma in Mechanical Maintenance or equivalent.
• IOSH Working Safely certificate.
• UAE driving licence desirable.
• Minimum 3 years in pump repair or maintenance.
• Experience in airport or large facility preferred.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, diagnose and repair pumps, hydraulic equipment, compressors, valves and related equipment.
• Perform routine and preventive maintenance on pumps, engines and compressors.
• Carry out installation, repair and maintenance of pipes, valves, fittings and drainage systems.
• Carry out pump overhauling and repair activities.
• Inspect and maintain pressure vessels, oil interceptors and backflow preventers.
• Carry out maintenance on irrigation, stormwater, potable water and sewage pump systems.
• Carry out electrical isolations and LOTO procedures on LV equipment.
• Read and interpret electrical drawings and schematics.
• Use electrical test equipment and interpret results.
• Follow safety requirements to ensure health and welfare of self and others.

Skills

Pumps maintenance

Hydraulic systems

Electrical drawings

Electrical test equipment

Safety compliance

Education

ITI Diploma – Mechanical Maintenance

IOSH Working Safely Certificate

UAE driving licence desirable

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Job description

Your Opportunity

We are looking for an Assistant Technician - Water Network Pump Mechanic to carry out preventive, corrective and breakdown maintenance on various types of pumps, individually or as part of a technical team, within a designated area while ensuring minimal disruption to operations.

The role will be based at Dubai Airports.

Key Accountabilities

• Inspect, diagnose and perform major and minor repairs on various types of pumps, hydraulic equipment, compressors, controls, valves and related equipment.
• Perform routine and preventive maintenance on pumps, engines and compressors.
• Carry out installation, repair and maintenance of pipes, valves, fittings and drainage systems.
• Perform pump overhauling and repair activities.
• Inspect and maintain pressure vessels, oil interceptors and backflow preventer assemblies.
• Carry out maintenance activities on irrigation pumps and systems.
• Carry out maintenance activities on stormwater pumps and systems.
• Maintain aircraft potable water systems and associated valves.
• Maintain sewage pumps and associated pipework.
• Carry out planned preventive maintenance, corrective maintenance and breakdown maintenance.
• Safely perform electrical isolations and LOTO procedures on LV equipment and systems.
• Read, interpret and understand electrical drawings, including circuit, wiring, schematic and layout drawings.
• Correctly set up and use electrical test equipment and interpret test results.
• Apply relevant local and international electrical standards and regulations.
• Follow all general and technical safety requirements to ensure the health, safety and welfare of yourself and others.
• Carry out any other duties assigned by the Electrical Supervisor or Duty Engineer to support operational requirements.

Skills

Minimum Qualifications

• Industrial Training Institute (ITI) Diploma, 3-year duration, in Mechanical Maintenance or a related discipline, or an equivalent post-high-school qualification.
• IOSH Working Safely Certificate or equivalent.
• Current valid UAE driving licence is desirable.

Experience

• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in a pump repair or maintenance environment, or a similar large-scale facility.
• Experience in an airport or comparable operational environment is preferred.
• Hands-on experience with pumps, hydraulic equipment, compressors, valves and related mechanical systems.

Technical Skills

Candidates should have practical experience in:

• Pump inspection, diagnosis, repair and overhauling.
• Preventive, corrective and breakdown maintenance.
• Hydraulic systems and equipment.
• Pumps, engines and compressors.
• Valves, pipes, fittings and drainage systems.
• Irrigation, stormwater, potable water and sewage pump systems.
• Electrical isolation and LOTO procedures.
• Reading and interpreting electrical drawings and schematics.
• Using electrical test equipment and interpreting test results.

Language & Computer Skills

• Good level of spoken and written English.
• Working knowledge of MS Office, including Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

Personal Attributes

• Demonstrates a strong commitment to health, safety and operational procedures.
• Works effectively both independently and as part of a technical team.
• Demonstrates a customer-focused approach and responds promptly to operational requirements.
• Communicates effectively with colleagues and other stakeholders.
• Sets clear priorities and ensures assigned work is completed safely and on time.