Maintenance Engineer

confidential; Dubai; On-site; AED 167,000 - 212,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidential in the UAE is seeking a Maintenance Engineer to oversee equipment upkeep and troubleshoot issues across building systems and machinery. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, or related engineering, with experience in maintenance or facilities operations.

You will develop preventive maintenance schedules and supervise technicians to ensure safety and reliability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, or a related Engineering discipline.

Responsibilities

• Develop and follow preventive maintenance schedules for equipment and technical systems.
• Inspect machinery, electrical and mechanical components, and facility equipment regularly.
• Diagnose equipment faults and coordinate corrective maintenance.
• Supervise technicians and assign maintenance tasks based on priority.
• Review maintenance requests and ensure issues are addressed within the required timeframe.
• Coordinate with external contractors and service providers when specialized work is needed.
• Maintain records of repairs, inspections, breakdowns, and maintenance activities.
• Monitor spare parts, tools, and technical materials required for maintenance work.
• Assist with testing and commissioning of repaired or newly installed equipment.
• Ensure maintenance activities are carried out according to safety procedures.
• Review equipment performance and suggest measures to improve reliability.
• Prepare maintenance summaries and technical updates for management.
• Support emergency maintenance requirements and minimize operational downtime.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Analytical thinking

Planning and organizing

Supervisory/leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, or related Engineering

Tools

MS Office

Maintenance management systems

Job description

A facilities and engineering company in the UAE is hiring a Maintenance Engineer to oversee equipment upkeep, troubleshoot technical problems, coordinate maintenance activities, and help maintain reliable operation of building systems and machinery.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and follow preventive maintenance schedules for equipment and technical systems.
• Inspect machinery, electrical/mechanical components, and facility equipment regularly.
• Diagnose equipment faults and coordinate corrective maintenance.
• Supervise technicians and assign maintenance tasks based on priority.
• Review maintenance requests and ensure issues are addressed within the required timeframe.
• Coordinate with external contractors and service providers when specialized work is needed.
• Maintain records of repairs, inspections, breakdowns, and maintenance activities.
• Monitor spare parts, tools, and technical materials required for maintenance work.
• Evaluate recurring equipment problems and recommend practical solutions.
• Assist with testing and commissioning of repaired or newly installed equipment.
• Ensure maintenance activities are carried out according to safety procedures.
• Review equipment performance and suggest measures to improve reliability.
• Prepare maintenance summaries and technical updates for management.
• Support emergency maintenance requirements and minimize operational downtime.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, or a related Engineering discipline.
• Previous experience in maintenance engineering, facilities, manufacturing, or technical operations is preferred.
• Practical understanding of preventive and corrective maintenance methods.
• Ability to troubleshoot mechanical and/or electrical equipment.
• Familiarity with maintenance schedules, technical reports, and service records.
• Good knowledge of MS Office and maintenance management systems is an advantage.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Ability to supervise technicians and coordinate contractors.
• Good communication and planning skills.
• Able to respond effectively to breakdowns and urgent maintenance requirements.
• UAE/GCC experience in engineering or facilities maintenance is an advantage.