Food Processing Plant Maintenance Technician

Alshaya Group; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 201,000 - 357,000; Full time

Job summary

Alshaya Group is seeking an experienced Maintenance Engineer to oversee mechanical and electrical plant operations within the UAE. The role emphasizes team collaboration, adherence to health and safety standards, and completing maintenance paperwork on M&E systems in a food processing environment.

The candidate should have 3-5 years of experience in food processing plant maintenance, supervisory capability, and knowledge of MEP equipment.

Qualifications

• Health and Safety
• Mechanical and / or Electrical systems
• Record keeping
• Fault analysis
• Basic food hygiene and safety

Responsibilities

• Preventive maintenance program for all equipment on site.
• Adequate handover of machineries after PPM/breakdown
• Ensure hygiene condition of equipment during maintenance
• Knowledge of equipment and processes required in engineering workplace
• General housekeeping and cleaning duties related to engineering practices
• Knowledge of food manufacturing plant and operational requirements
• Review and improvement of systems in conjunction with the manager
• Ensure all works are compliant with company SHEQ requirements
• Recording and reporting on maintenance works
• Inventory of spares and record keeping of used spare parts
• Capability to complete tasks without delay and supervision
• Capability of use of computer software such as Microsoft Office
• Inform Food safety team about any changes in equipment as well as any risk on food safety related to utensils and equipment.

Skills

M&E training and qualification

Understanding of MEP equipment

Health & Safety

Supervisory experience

Education

Trade qualification in M&E

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Alshaya Group is seeking an experienced Maintenance Engineer to oversee mechanical and electrical plant operations within the UAE. The role emphasizes team collaboration, adherence to health and safety standards, and completing maintenance paperwork on M&E systems in a food processing environment.

The candidate should have 3-5 years of experience in food processing plant maintenance, supervisory capability, and knowledge of MEP equipment.