Maintenance Technician

Hempel; Sharjah; On-site; AED 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A global chemicals company in Sharjah is seeking a Maintenance Technician to ensure equipment upkeep and conduct preventive maintenance. The ideal candidate will have an ITI/Diploma in Electrical and 3 years of experience in the Paint/Chemical industry, with skills in troubleshooting VFD panels and electrical systems. Opportunities for personal development are supported in this inclusive workplace.

Qualifications

• 3 years hands-on experience in Paint/Chemical industry.
• Troubleshooting VFD Panels and starters.
• Testing of LT Panels, PCCs, MCCs & Capacitor Banks.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for upkeep of plant equipment.
• Coordinate with production & logistics teams.
• Plan and coordinate maintenance engineering work.

Skills

Troubleshooting with VFD Panels

Practical knowledge of Electrical systems

Team collaboration

English proficiency

Education

ITI/DIPLOMA in Electrical

Tools

LT Panels

PCCs

MCCs

Job description

Overview

This is your opportunity to be part of a dynamic team

In this role you will be entrusted to ensure the upkeep of plant equipment and carry out preventive/corrective maintenance to improve productivity of manufacturing facilities.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for upkeep of plant equipment and carryout preventive/corrective maintenances to improve productivity of manufacturing facilities.
• Follow Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) & Safety regulations in day-to-day activities.
• Complete assignments on a day-to-day basis and report deviations and take necessary actions.
• Coordinate with production & logistics teams and external contractor teams for specialized system maintenance and project execution.
• Plan and coordinate maintenance engineering work including review of mechanical and electrical engineering specifications, performing engineering review of proposed new equipment designs to assess reliability, ease of maintenance and availability of replacement parts.
• Liaise with production staff to coordinate repair work, statutory safety inspections, and supply of new plant and equipment with production schedules.
• Participate in the installation and commissioning of new equipment.

The role will be based in Sharjah (UAE) and will collaborate with the Maintenance Engineer.

Qualifications

• ITI/DIPLOMA in Electrical
• 3 years hands-on experience in Paint/Chemical industry would be ideal
• Troubleshooting with VFD Panels and starters like DOL RDOL STAR-DELTA
• Testing of LT Panels, PCCs, MCCs & Capacitor Banks
• Phenomenal teammate and possess interpersonal skills
• Should possess practical knowledge of Electrical, Mechanical, Pneumatic and Hydraulic systems
• Should have English proficiency - Speak, Read & Write

Application and further information

For further information on Hempel please visit.

To apply for this position please submit your application letter with a CV in English via the link no later than 30-Sep-2025.

Please note that the interviews will take place 1-2 weeks after the application deadline and you may want to pencil this time in your diary to avoid any holiday clashes.

More about Hempel

At Hempel you’re welcomed to a global community of 7,500 colleagues around the world. A workplace built on shared trust, mutual respect and support for each other.

We’re on a mission to double our impact. To succeed we need bright minds and team players. From day one your input, ideas and initiative are not only welcomed but will be rewarded with great opportunities for development in a growing global company and being part of the solution by contributing to our global impact.

At Hempel we are committed to everyone feeling safe, valued and treated equally in an environment where each employee can bring their authentic selves to work. We believe that inclusion is key to innovation and by bringing together the most diverse perspectives and talents we can achieve great things together.

We are proud to be majority owned by the Hempel Foundation dedicated to philanthropic activities with our earnings contributing to charitable initiatives every year. It means that when working at Hempel your hard work and dedication contributes to a greater cause.

Learn more about Hempel and our commitments.

Seniority Level Mid-Senior level

Job Functions Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain

Industry Chemicals

At Hempel you’re welcomed to a global community of 7,000 colleagues around the world. A workplace built on shared trust, mutual respect, and support for each other.

We’re on a mission to double our impact. To succeed we need bright minds and team players, which is why from day one your input, ideas and initiative are not only welcomed but will be rewarded with great opportunities for development in a growing global company and be part of the solution by contributing to our global impact.

At Hempel we are committed to everyone feeling safe, valued and treated equally in an environment where each employee can bring their authentic selves to work. We believe that inclusion is key to innovation and by bringing together the most diverse perspectives and talents we can achieve great things together.

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