Engineer (Electrical)

Emirates Flight Catering; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading catering company in Dubai is looking for an experienced engineer to oversee maintenance and ensure the smooth functioning of engineering operations. The ideal candidate should have an engineering degree and 6 years of relevant experience in catering or facilities management. Responsibilities include supervising junior engineers, ensuring adherence to safety protocols, and diagnosing equipment issues. This role offers opportunities for professional growth and requires strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• 6 years of relevant experience in a Catering, Facilities or Project Management environment.
• Sound knowledge of Engineering Legislation with strong exposure to Quality standards and Safety system practices.
• Experience in managing and developing a team.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the maintenance of all equipment and smooth running of the catering facility.
• Supervise and monitor all junior engineers and all engineering department operations.
• Ensure adherence to all safe working practices and quality standards.
• Plan stock requirements ahead of time to ensure minimum downtime of equipment.
• Monitor and measure equipment performance to ensure optimum output at all times.

Skills

Ability to stay calm in Emergency situations

Ability to Multitask

Ability to work under pressure

Strong written, verbal, and communication skills

Self‑motivated and proactive personality

Education

An engineering Degree in Electrical, Mechanical or Industrial Engineering

Job description

Job Purpose

The jobholder will be responsible for the maintenance of all equipment and the smooth running of catering facility. The supervision and.pnl monitoring of all junior engineers and the smooth running of all engineering department operations. Ensuring the continuous functioning of the Engineering department within EKFC. Effectively accomplishing all tasks related to specialist systems/facilities management/general maintenance and fire safety.

Key Result Areas

• Ensure adherence to all safe working practices in accordance with safety legislation. Ensuring the operational safety of all employees, equipment and assets at all times.
• Ensure adherence to all quality systems and Policy in accordance with ISO 9001:2001 international standards and Company Policy. Ensuring the quality standards are met by all employees at all times.
• Ensure a timely response to breakdowns which occur under your remit.
• Ensure the correct diagnosis and analysis of faults under your remit.
• Troubleshoot machine breakdowns when juniors are unable to identify the problem. kako>
• Monitor preventative maintenance programs.
• owning facililitate the provision of all necessary tools and equipment/spare parts for job requirements.
• Help carry out repairs ensuring cost effective, timely resolutions in accordance with department requirements and guidelines.
• Plan stock requirements ahead of time to ensure minimum down time of equipment.
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• Oversee the supervision of all junior engineering and technical staff.
• Actively participate in departmental briefing sessions to support the communication process within the department.
• Anticipate work force shortages and report to line manager for timely adjustments of duty rosters in accordance with budgets, which effectively cover the requirements of the business.
• Oversee the maintenance of statistical, legal and financial records in accordance with Company requirements.
• Monitor and measure equipment performance toէensure optimum output at all times.
• Act as a role model within the department by adopting a positive attitude at all times.
• Maintain excellent communication platforms with peers and colleagues at all times.
• Propose and implement improvements to work procedures.

Knowledge, Skills & Minimum Experience

Education Qualification:

• An engineering Degree in Electrical, Mechanical or Industrial Engineering from a recognized body.

Work Experience:

• 6 years of relevant experience in either a Catering, Facilities or Project Management environment.
• Sound knowledge / experience in Engineering Legislation with strong exposure to Quality standards and Safety system practices.
• Experience in managing and developing a team.

Skills:

• Ability to stay calm in Emergency situations.
• Ability to Multitask.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Ability to troubleshoot problems associated with maintenance and breakdown issues. Stake>
• Strong written, verbal, and communication skills.
• Ability to set priorities and assign work to others.
<двэр>Ability to maintain records and prepare reports.
• Self‑motivated and proactive personality.