Foreman

Al Ghurair Group

Abu Dhabi

On-site

AED 120,000 - 180,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Job summary

Al Ghurair Group is seeking a Foreman to supervise ELV and Fire Alarm technicians across CCTV, SMATV, Intercom, and related low-voltage systems. You will lead maintenance activities, coordinate inspections, and ensure adherence to contractual and regulatory requirements.

The role requires a Diploma or equivalent in electronics/engineering, 10+ years in Fire Alarm/ELV, and 3+ years in supervision. UAE driving license preferred; fluency in English, with Arabic a plus.

Qualifications

Diploma/qualification in electronics or related field.
Certifications in fire/ELV systems preferred.
Experience in maintenance supervision desirable.

Responsibilities

Supervise and coordinate ELV and Fire Alarm technicians.
Allocate daily maintenance activities and monitor progress.
Ensure efficient utilization of manpower, tools, and resources.
Conduct toolbox talks and safety briefings.
Provide technical guidance and on-the-job training to technicians.
Supervise preventive and corrective maintenance of Fire Alarm Systems.
Troubleshoot faults in fire alarm panels, loops, communications, and devices.
Coordinate testing of detectors, MCPs, sounders, modules, and interfaces.
Ensure Fire Alarm Systems remain operational and compliant.
Support annual testing and certification requirements.
Coordinate Civil Defense inspections and authority visits.
Ensure timely closure of inspection remarks and deficiencies.
Maintain inspection records and compliance documentation.
Coordinate corrective actions arising from audit observations.
Supervise maintenance of SMATV, CCTV, Intercom, Access Control, and Low Voltage systems.
Troubleshoot signal, communication, and equipment faults.
Coordinate repairs and replacement of defective components.
Attend critical breakdowns and emergency service calls.
Diagnose complex system failures and implement corrective actions.
Coordinate specialist subcontractors and OEM support when required.
Conduct inspections of completed maintenance works.
Verify compliance with procedures and quality standards.
Monitor KPI and SLA performance.
Document all maintenance activities.

Skills

Fire alarm

ELV systems

CCTV maintenance

SMATV maintenance

Electrical fault diagnosis

Team supervision

Emergency response

Planning coordination

Documentation

Leadership

Education

Diploma in Electronics

Electrical Engineering

Electronics & Communication Engineering

Equivalent technical qualification

Civil Defense Fire Alarm Certification

NFPA Awareness Training

NEBOSH IGC

First Aid Certification

Tools

Driving license (UAE)

Job description

To supervise and coordinate preventive, corrective, and emergency maintenance activities related to Fire Alarm Systems, SMATV, CCTV, Intercom, and associated ELV systems. The Foreman is responsible for ensuring system reliability, leading maintenance teams, supporting authority inspections, and maintaining compliance with contractual and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Team Supervision

Supervise and coordinate ELV and Fire Alarm technicians.
Allocate daily maintenance activities and monitor work progress.
Ensure efficient utilization of manpower, tools, and resources.
Conduct toolbox talks and safety briefings.
Provide technical guidance and on-the-job training to technicians.
Supervise preventive and corrective maintenance of Fire Alarm Systems.
Troubleshoot fire alarm panel faults, loop faults, communication faults, and device failures.
Coordinate testing of detectors, MCPs, sounders, modules, and interfaces.
Ensure all Fire Alarm Systems remain operational and compliant.
Support annual testing and certification requirements.
Coordinate Civil Defense inspections and authority visits.
Ensure timely closure of inspection remarks and deficiencies.
Maintain inspection records and compliance documentation.
Coordinate corrective actions arising from audit observations.

ELV Systems Maintenance

Supervise maintenance of:
- SMATV Systems
- CCTV Systems
- Intercom Systems
- Access Control Systems
- Low Voltage Distribution Systems
Troubleshoot signal, communication, and equipment faults.
Coordinate repairs and replacement of defective components.

Corrective & Emergency Maintenance

Attend critical breakdowns and emergency service calls.
Diagnose complex system failures and implement corrective actions.
Coordinate specialist subcontractors and OEM support when required.
Ensure restoration of services within contractual response times.

Quality Assurance

Conduct inspections of completed maintenance works.
Verify compliance with maintenance procedures and quality standards.
Monitor KPI and SLA performance.
Ensure all maintenance activities are properly documented.

Client Coordination

Coordinate with client representatives regarding maintenance activities.
Attend client meetings and inspections.
Provide technical updates and recommendations.
Support resolution of customer complaints and service requests.

Health, Safety & Environment

Ensure compliance with company HSE policies and procedures.
Verify use of appropriate PPE and safe work practices.
Ensure permit-to-work procedures are followed.
Report incidents, near misses, and unsafe conditions.

Documentation & Reporting

Maintain maintenance records and work completion reports.
Review technician reports and inspection records.
Monitor material usage and spare parts requirements.
Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly progress reports.

Qualifications

Diploma in Electronics, Electrical Engineering, Electronics & Communication Engineering, or equivalent technical qualification.
Additional certifications in Fire Alarm Systems, ELV Systems, or Low Voltage Systems preferred.

Professional Certifications (Preferred)