Heavy Vehicle Technician - Truck Division

AlFuttaim; Dubai; On-site; AED 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Al-Futtaim Automotive in Dubai, UAE, is seeking a Heavy Vehicle Technician to service, diagnose, repair, and maintain heavy commercial trucks within the Truck Division. The role blends workshop repairs with field-based technical support and requires practical knowledge, independent fault resolution, and adherence to manufacturer procedures.

The position emphasizes 24-hour service support, on-site work, and collaboration with foremen and service advisors.

Qualifications

• 4–5 years of hands-on experience with heavy commercial vehicles.
• Ability to independently service, repair, and overhaul components.
• Read and follow workshop manuals and technical instructions.
• Good English communication skills.
• Willingness to support emergency and out-of-hours breakdowns.

Responsibilities

• Carry out scheduled servicing and technical checks on heavy trucks.
• Diagnose and repair faults affecting heavy commercial vehicles.
• Replace wear components such as brake pads and belts.
• Provide field support for vehicle breakdowns.
• Respond to 24-hour service emergencies when required.
• Explain repairs clearly to Foreman and Service Advisor.

Skills

Heavy trucks experience

Independent fault resolution

Diagnosis and repair

Read manuals

English communication

Field service support

Education

Trade certificate or diploma in Mechanical/Automotive Engineering

Job description

Heavy Vehicle Technician - Truck Division Job Snapshot

Role: Heavy Vehicle Technician

Location: Dubai, UAE

Industry: Automotive

Function: Vehicle Repair and Maintenance

Experience: 4-5 years of hands-on experience with heavy commercial vehicles

Job Type: Full Time

Position Overview: Al-Futtaim Automotive is hiring a Heavy Vehicle Technician in Dubai, UAE to service, diagnose, repair, and maintain heavy commercial vehicles within its Truck Division. The role supports customers whose operations depend on vehicle uptime, including service-contract customers requiring timely maintenance and breakdown response. This opportunity combines workshop repairs with field-based technical support and requires strong practical knowledge, independent fault resolution, and consistent adherence to manufacturer service procedures.

Job Details

Country: UAE

City: Dubai

Industry: Automotive

Function: Vehicle Repair and Maintenance

Salary: Not disclosed

Gender: No Preference

Candidate Nationality: Not specified

Job Type: Full Time

Work Arrangement: On-site

Overview of the Role

The Heavy Vehicle Technician will perform scheduled servicing, repairs, component replacement, and technical checks on commercial trucks. The objective is to complete work correctly the first time while identifying developing faults before they cause vehicle downtime. As the Truck Division provides 24-hour service support, the position also involves responding to emergency breakdowns and carrying out repairs in the field when customers require assistance outside normal workshop operations.

Workshop and Field Responsibilities

• Carry out scheduled vehicle servicing and technical checks required for reliable operation.
• Diagnose and repair faults affecting heavy commercial vehicles.
• Replace wear components including brake pads, air bellows, belts, and pulleys.
• Independently service, repair, and overhaul vehicle components within the technician 's area of expertise.
• Identify potential mechanical problems during workshop and on-site assignments.
• Follow established service procedures and technical best practices to improve productivity and repair efficiency.
• Read, understand, and apply instructions contained in workshop and service manuals.
• Complete service checklists where applicable.
• Maintain responsibility for the quality and accuracy of completed work.
• Clearly explain completed repairs and servicing to the Foreman and Service Advisor.
• Provide field support for vehicle breakdowns when required.
• Participate in emergency and out-of-hours breakdown response as part of the division 's 24-hour service support.

Technical Skills

The role requires practical expertise in heavy commercial vehicle maintenance and the ability to complete servicing and repairs with limited supervision. Technicians should be comfortable interpreting technical documentation, following prescribed repair procedures, and identifying developing faults during routine maintenance. Keeping technical knowledge current is important to maintaining repair quality and supporting the operational reliability expected by commercial vehicle customers.

Required Skills and Experience

• At least 4-5 years of experience working with heavy commercial vehicles.
• Proven ability to independently service, repair, and overhaul components.
• Ability to understand and follow technical instructions in workshop manuals.
• Practical knowledge of commercial vehicle servicing and maintenance procedures.
• Good communication skills in English.
• Ability to communicate completed work clearly to workshop colleagues and service personnel.
• Willingness to support emergency and out-of-hours breakdown requirements.

Qualifications

• Trade certificate or diploma in Mechanical Engineering or Automotive Engineering, or a completed apprenticeship.
• 4-5 years of hands-on heavy commercial vehicle experience.
• UAE driving licence is an advantage.
• Arabic language ability is an advantage.

About the Team

The Heavy Vehicle Technician reports to the Foreman and works closely with Service Advisors and other technicians within the Truck Division. The team supports both workshop operations and field requirements, with a strong focus on vehicle uptime, repair quality, and responsive customer service.

About Al-Futtaim Automotive

Al-Futtaim Automotive operates across eight countries in the Middle East, Asia, and North Africa and represents a portfolio of more than 25 international brands. Its mobility operations cover passenger vehicles, commercial vehicles, and industrial equipment, supported by logistics, leasing, aftersales, and financial services. With more than 9000 colleagues, Al-Futtaim Automotive focuses on customer experience, innovation, digital transformation, and the evolving mobility requirements of individuals and businesses.