MHE Electrical Technician

Excellerate; Dubai; On-site; AED 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

CBRE Excellerate is seeking a skilled mechanical maintenance professional to carry out planned and reactive maintenance of material handling equipment (MHE) at warehouses and logistics facilities in the UAE. The role focuses on conveyors, belts, rollers, and mechanical drives, with emphasis on safe, reliable operation.

You will perform preventive maintenance, troubleshoot faults, replace components, document activities in the CMMS, and adhere to LOTO and PTW safety procedures while coordinating

Qualifications

• ITI / Diploma in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• 3–5 years of industrial mechanical maintenance experience.
• Experience with conveyors, mechanical drives and warehouse equipment preferred.
• Proficient in mechanical troubleshooting and preventive maintenance.
• Familiarity with CMMS/CAFM systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance and attend equipment breakdowns.
• Inspect, troubleshoot and repair conveyors, belts, rollers, bearings, chains, gearboxes and mechanical drives.
• Carry out component replacement, alignment, belt tracking, tension adjustment and lubrication.
• Identify equipment defects and recommend corrective actions and spare parts.
• Record maintenance activities, defects and spare parts usage in the CMMS/CAFM system.
• Follow LOTO, PTW, machine-guarding and other applicable safety procedures.
• Stop work and escalate unsafe equipment conditions.
• Verify equipment readiness following authorized repairs and testing.

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

Belt tracking

Bearing replacement

Gearbox replacement

Alignment

Lubrication

Hand tools

CMMS/CAFM systems

Education

ITI / Diploma in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CMMS/CAFM

Job description

Who are we?

We are the market leader in commercial real estate services and investments, offering our clients across Africa and the Middle East an integrated range of high-quality real estate services, including facilities management, advisory and transaction services, and project management.

We primarily support corporate clients who procure services on a contractual basis throughout the Middle East and Africa, and even globally, depending on their portfolio.

Why choose us?

Imagine more than just the future of work — with CBRE Excellerate, you can help shape it. Within our leading international group, you will discover a culture that encourages entrepreneurship, where your outstanding work is not only valued but also celebrated. Collaborate with talented people, benefit from exceptional resources, and thrive both professionally and personally throughout your career journey.

1. About the Position

Carry out planned and reactive maintenance of material handling equipment (MHE) at warehouse and logistics facilities, ensuring safe, reliable operation of conveyor and sortation systems. Primary specialization: mechanical maintenance.

2. Key Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance and attend equipment breakdowns.

• Inspect, troubleshoot and repair conveyors, belts, rollers, bearings, chains, gearboxes and mechanical drives.

• Carry out component replacement, alignment, belt tracking, tension adjustment and lubrication.

• Identify equipment defects and recommend corrective actions and spare parts.

• Record maintenance activities, defects and spare parts usage in the CMMS/CAFM system.

• Follow LOTO, PTW, machine-guarding and other applicable safety procedures.

• Stop work and escalation unsafe equipment conditions.

• Verify equipment readiness following authorized repairs and testing.

3. Experience / Education

• ITI / Diploma in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.

• 3–5 years of industrial mechanical maintenance experience.

• Experience with conveyors, mechanical drives and warehouse equipment preferred.

4. Skills Required

Mechanical troubleshooting, belt tracking, bearing and gearbox replacement, alignment, lubrication, use of hand tools and CMMS/CAFM systems.

5. Knowledge Required

• Conveyor systems, rollers, chains, pulleys, bearings and mechanical drives.

• Gearboxes, couplings, shafts and related components.

• Preventive maintenance, wear inspection and basic vibration checks.

• LOTO, PTW and machine-guarding requirements.

6. Behavioural Competencies

Communication, Productivity, Customer and Quality Focus, Accuracy, Problem Solving and Decision Making.

7. Company Values

Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence, Accountability, Collaboration and Transformation.

8. Major Drivers of Work Volume

Equipment population, operating hours, preventive maintenance schedules, breakdown frequency, equipment uptime targets and client SLAs.

9. Key Working Relationships

Internal: Operations, MHE Team Leader, HSE, Helpdesk and Procurement.

External: Client engineering teams, OEMs, suppliers and specialist contractors.

10. Working Conditions

Work across warehouse and logistics sites throughout the UAE, including shifts, weekends and emergency call-outs as required. Compliance with client safety procedures and site requirements is mandatory.