Mechanical Engineer

Khidmah; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 279,000 - 502,000; Full time

Job summary

Khidmah is seeking an experienced Facilities Management professional to lead the operational direction of MEP systems within large commercial facilities in Abu Dhabi. You will oversee maintenance, subcontractors, and client interactions, ensuring safety, quality, and on-time delivery of services.

The role requires strong knowledge of BMS-enabled systems, chiller plants, and KPI-driven service delivery, with flexibility for shift coverage and 24/7 standby duties as needed.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of FM experience in large facilities.
• Experience with water-cooled chillers and cooling towers.
• Strong knowledge of HSE regulations.
• Proficient in MS Office and project management software.

Responsibilities

• Attend Major Breakdowns and troubleshoot MEP systems.
• Maintain BMS and monitor the chilled water flow.
• Plan and review day-to-day O&M activities for MEP systems.
• Ensure delivery of site services per SLA/KPI.
• Supervise on-site activities and manage subcontractors.
• Coordinate with clients and FM/workplace manager.
• Prepare operation and risk reports.
• Manage team resources and training needs.
• Ensure safety and QA compliance.

Skills

FM management

Project coordination

HSE compliance

Stakeholder communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering

FM certifications

Tools

MS Project

SAP

CAFM

Job description

To effectively manage the operational direction of the facilities and engineering services along with a number of outsourced service providers. The prime objective is to ensure that adequate engineering management systems are in place to continually ensure a safe and robust environment for achieving superior performance throughout the properties and facilities.

Roles, Responsibilities, Duties

• Attending Major Breakdowns, Trouble Shootings of MEP Systems (Chillers, cooling towers, Pumps, BMS, CCU, EMS, AHU, FAHU, FCU, FIREFIGHTING., air cooled chillers, chilled water network etc.)
• Operations and maintenance of BMS system and monitoring the chilled water flow, if required.
• Plans, schedules, and reviews the day-to-day operational and maintenance activities related to the provision, upgrading and modification of all MEP Systems of the buildings, monitors operation of various MEP systems to ensure optimum performance of systems and equipment’s
• Ensure the effective delivery of site services in line with Service Level Agreements /Key Performance Indicators (KPI).
• Conducting supervisory activities on site and carrying out necessary correspondence to insure contract soundness and adherence to relevant special and general conditions of contracts.
• Support and communicate with clients, customer base with your area of responsibility and the FM or Workplace manager
• Coordinate the work of subcontractors on site in line with PPM schedule, including checking site specific risk assessments and method statements.
• Organizes, plans, coordinates and monitors building MEP maintenance & installation works for buildings, coordinates for the inspection of electrical installations & other related equipment & peripherals as per work schedules
• Prepares & submits routine and special reports such as maintenance schedules, operational & incident reports, accident reports, technical reports, volume of activity etc.
• Giving technical support to all Project Team (Cleaning, Landscaping, pest control, security civil, Electrical, Mechanical and specialist systems) to ensuring that the correct components and procedures are followed to ensure quality control.
• Manage and supervise the daily activities of team. Ensure optimal use of manpower and resources.
• Preparation and submission of quotations and estimates. Liaise with technicians to ensure accuracy of quotations and estimates.
• Display a sound knowledge of MEP installation, maintenance and Civil related works.
• Health and Safety policies and practices are essential to this role and are a condition of employment.
• Flexibility to work to shift patterns as and when required. Flexible availability for 24/7 standby duties and emergency call outs.
• Managing clients meeting
• Carry out daily - Monthly - Monthly inspection around the building areas and services
• responsible for the arrangement of all site documents and to present on upon required.
• Preparing all operation reports.
• Supervises and motivates staff to ensure an acceptable level of performance.
• Oversee and carry out the installation, maintenance and repair of a wide range of equipment.
• Arrange for site inspection from time to time (Daily – weekly – Monthly) to monitor standard of work and completion schedule to ensure quality of workmanship is maintained on site.
• followed the contractual scope and ensure to deliver the required service on time.
• Administration and clerical responsibilities as required by job.
• To respond in a prompt and efficient manner to all reactive issues
• Provide progress reports on allocated work orders, as required
• Identify any training needs for each member of the team and ensure training schedule is created and maintained to ensure
• Managing and maintained the store inventory – Materials requisition – Materials delivery.
• Follow and track all works orders, materials, and Actuals time for completing works, issue and action taken by using SAP Program.
• Prepare risk schedules to identify and quantify risks and mitigation measures.
• Following the payment and pending approvals with client
• Coordinate with other teams ensuring satisfactory completion of all work requests.
• Accurate monitoring on a daily basis of hours booked and clocked hours.
• Arrange team resources to cover both PPM and Reactive duties as required by site operations
• Handling the Defect liability period for The New Projects, preparing the assets its, snag reports, PPM Planners, Materials and tools list, handling over follow up, meeting, documentation …etc.
• Preparing of risk assessment, method statement with coordination with HSE
• Preparing of risk management Plans with coordination with HSE
• Preparing of fire assessment plans with coordination with HSE.
• Covering the absence of site engineers once required.

Education & Qualification:

• Mechanical Engineering Diploma, or Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant Mechanical discipline/specialization (preferred)
• FM related professional certifications is preferable.

Excellent knowledge & understanding of Health, Safety, and Environmental regulations and responsibilities.

Experience and Skills:

• 5+ years of Experience in FM, managing commercial/government buildings.
• Experience managing water-cooled chillers, including cooling towers.
• Hands on experience is a plus
• Computer Skills
• Job Knowledge
• Planning
• Problem Solving/Analysis
• Productivity
• Quality
• Results Focus
• Teamwork
• Technical Skills

Other Skills

• Very good level of knowledge in MS Office and Project Management Software.
• Demonstrate experience in Leading & managing business service teams, including the management work allocation process, performance management, staff development and career planning
• Excellent knowledge & understanding of Health, Safety and Environmental responsibilities.
• Sound operational, commercial and financial awareness of the client project contracts.
• Able to translate client requirements into action plans and implement them.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with ability to consult stakeholders at all levels to deliver services.
• Report writing and updates
• Excellent relationship management skills with clients, suppliers and ability to network with within FM Industry.
• Excellent time management skills and able work to strict deadlines. Self-motivated being required to work with minimal supervision.
• Able to priorities work and meet deadlines within costs constraints.
• Rapid and accurate analysis of issues. Pro-actively seek to resolve problems with good analytical skills and initiative.
• Ensure a high standard of personal hygiene and cleanliness at all time of workers at site.

Experience:

• 5-7 years of experience in relevant FM Industry. Background in installation, maintenance, and repair in large commercial premises.
• Excellent experience on maintenance and FM service.
• In-depth relevant experience in installation, maintenance and repair in large commercial premises.
• Computer Aided Facilities Management (CAFM) experience.
• Knowledge of Workplace Health and Safety (WH&S) practices and policies.
• Experience of safe working practices, risk assessments, method statements, permit-to-work systems, and water treatment management.
• Ideally experienced in working with residential & commercial /retail properties.