Engineering Maintenance Manager

SOFITEL; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

SOFITEL in Ras Al-Khaimah, United Arab Emirates, seeks an experienced Engineering Maintenance Manager to lead all maintenance operations and ensure equipment reliability. You will develop and implement preventive maintenance programs, analyze performance data, and drive continuous improvement across the team.

Responsibilities include budgeting, safety compliance, coordinating with external providers, and developing staff.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of professional experience in maintenance management or a similar supervisory role.
• Strong technical knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and/or industrial equipment systems.
• Proven experience in team leadership, staff management, and performance evaluation.
• Proficiency with computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) and maintenance planning software.
• Comprehensive understanding of safety regulations, compliance standards, and risk management practices.
• Experience in budget management, cost control, and resource allocation.
• Excellent organizational and time management abilities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills across organizational levels.
• Experience in the United Arab Emirates or Middle Eastern industrial environment (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee maintenance operations to ensure optimal equipment performance and safety compliance.
• Develop, implement, and monitor preventive and corrective maintenance programs.
• Analyze equipment performance data to identify trends and optimize processes.
• Manage budgets, control costs, and allocate resources effectively.
• Coordinate with vendors and service providers for parts and maintenance support.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and risk management practices.
• Lead, supervise, and develop maintenance staff for continuous improvement.
• Prepare detailed maintenance reports and recommendations for senior management.

Skills

Team leadership

CMMS

Maintenance planning

Mechanical knowledge

Electrical knowledge

Budget management

Data analysis

Communication skills

Tools

CMMS

Maintenance planning software

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Engineering Maintenance Manager to join our organization in Ras Al-Khaimah United Arab Emirates. In this pivotal role you will lead and oversee all maintenance operations ensuring optimal equipment performance, safety compliance and operational efficiency.

you will manage a team of maintenance professionals while developing and implementing comprehensive maintenance strategies that align with organizational objectives and industry best practices. Lead supervise and develop a team of maintenance technicians and engineers fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional growth. Develop implement and monitor preventive and corrective maintenance programs to maximize equipment reliability and minimize downtime. Analyze equipment performance data and maintenance metrics to identify trends optimize processes and enhance operational efficiency. Manage maintenance budgets control costs and allocate resources effectively to support operational needs. Ensure compliance with safety regulations environmental standards and industry‑specific requirements across all maintenance activities. Coordinate with vendors contractors and external service providers to procure parts services and specialized maintenance support. Conduct regular inspections and audits of equipment and facilities to assess maintenance needs and identify potential risks. Prepare detailed maintenance reports performance reviews and recommendations for senior management. Implement and maintain computerized maintenance management systems CMMS and other relevant tracking tools. Establish and enforce maintenance protocols standard operating procedures and safety guidelines. Collaborate with production and operations teams to schedule maintenance activities and minimize operational disruptions. Identify training needs and provide onboarding and professional development opportunities for maintenance staff.

Requirements

Minimum 5 years of professional experience in maintenance management or a similar supervisory role within an industrial or manufacturing environmentStrong technical knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and/or industrial equipment systemsProven experience in team leadership, staff management, and performance evaluationProficiency with computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) and maintenance planning softwareComprehensive understanding of safety regulations, compliance standards, and risk management practicesDemonstrated experience in budget management, cost control, and resource allocationStrong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to make data-driven decisionsExcellent organizational and time management abilitiesProficiency in maintenance planning, scheduling, and coordinationStrong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively across all organizational levelsExperience working in the United Arab Emirates or Middle Eastern industrial environment (preferred)Certification in maintenance management, reliability engineering, or related field (preferred)Project management experience and skills (preferred)Advanced technical certifications or specialized equipment expertise (preferred)