Line Mechanic - Food Plant Reliability & Maintenance

Nestle SA; Dubai; On-site; AED 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Nestlé in Dubai is seeking a Line Mechanic to ensure reliable production through proactive maintenance. You will perform preventive, corrective, and breakdown maintenance on production equipment, troubleshoot faults, and support TPM initiatives to sustain plant performance.

The ideal candidate holds a Diploma or Technical Certificate in mechanical engineering and has 3–5 years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing or food-processing environment. Shift work readiness is required.

Qualifications

• Diploma/Technical Certificate in mechanical field (required).
• 3–5 years maintenance experience in manufacturing/food processing.
• Knowledge of TPM/AMM and continuous improvement is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive, corrective, and breakdown maintenance on production machinery.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, pneumatic, and basic electrical faults to minimize downtime.
• Conduct routine inspections and condition monitoring for reliability and performance.
• Execute maintenance per SOPs, safety procedures, and schedules.
• Support production teams in resolving equipment failures and chronic issues.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, GMP, hygiene, and safety requirements.
• Complete work orders and records in AMM system.
• Assist in installations, modifications, and continuous improvement projects.
• Coordinate safely with contractors and suppliers during maintenance.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Reading drawings

Teamwork

Shift work

Education

Diploma or technical certificate in mechanical engineering

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Nestlé in Dubai is seeking a Line Mechanic to ensure reliable production through proactive maintenance. You will perform preventive, corrective, and breakdown maintenance on production equipment, troubleshoot faults, and support TPM initiatives to sustain plant performance.

The ideal candidate holds a Diploma or Technical Certificate in mechanical engineering and has 3–5 years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing or food-processing environment. Shift work readiness is required.