Hard FM Supervisor: MEP & Building Systems Lead

Plenary; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 268,000 - 402,000; Full time

Job summary

KUFM is seeking an experienced Hard FM supervisor to manage the large university student accommodation campus project in Abu Dhabi. You will oversee MEP services, HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and related assets, ensuring compliance with maintenance standards.

The role requires strong technical knowledge of building systems, contractor coordination, and hands-on supervision of maintenance tasks to minimize downtime and ensure occupant safety.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in Mechanical Electrical or Facilities Engineering.
• 10-12 years of experience in hard services maintenance including supervisory experience.
• Strong technical knowledge of MEP systems building maintenance and FM operations.
• Experience in residential hospitality commercial or Hard FM; student accommodation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of hard services including MEP systems, HVAC, electrical, plumbing, civil works, building fabric, BMS, fire systems, CCTV, access control and utilities infrastructure.
• Ensure compliance with Buildings Installations & Assets Maintenance and Repair Service requirements.
• Coordinate with OEM/third-party agencies during defect liability period.
• Plan and supervise PPM, CM and RM activities for all building systems.
• Ensure assets meet Availability Criteria and quality standards; monitor performance.
• Verify testing & commissioning activities for MEP and ELV systems.
• Lead handover meetings and ensure readiness for maintenance.
• Maintain documentation and ensure timely fault resolution via CAFM system.

Skills

MEP systems

HVAC

Electrical

Plumbing

CCTV

BMS

Team leadership

Education

Diploma or Degree in Mechanical Electrical or Facilities Engineering

Tools

CAFM systems

Helpdesk systems

Job description

KUFM is seeking an experienced Hard FM supervisor to manage the large university student accommodation campus project in Abu Dhabi. You will oversee MEP services, HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and related assets, ensuring compliance with maintenance standards.

The role requires strong technical knowledge of building systems, contractor coordination, and hands-on supervision of maintenance tasks to minimize downtime and ensure occupant safety.