O & M Specialist

Stantec; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Stantec seeks an experienced Operations & Maintenance (O&M) Specialist to support TAQA Water Solutions projects in Abu Dhabi. You will contribute across design, construction, commissioning, handover and operation of wastewater, sewerage, pumping stations and related utility infrastructure.

You will ensure O&M requirements are integrated into project delivery to enhance asset performance, reliability and maintainability, and you will review O&M manuals, commissioning records and handover

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering fields as listed.
• Master's degree or relevant professional certification is an advantage.
• 10–15 years in operations, maintenance, asset management, commissioning, or related engineering roles.
• Experience with wastewater networks, sewerage systems, pumping stations or water infrastructure.
• Experience with TAQA Water Solutions or UAE utilities is highly desirable.
• Handover, commissioning and operational readiness experience for large projects.
• Strong knowledge of wastewater and sewerage systems.
• Asset lifecycle management and maintenance planning experience.
• Experience reviewing O&M manuals and handover documentation.
• Knowledge of reliability-centered maintenance (RCM).
• Familiarity with CMMS and asset management systems.

Responsibilities

• Support TAQA Water Solutions projects across design, construction, commissioning, handover and operation.
• Integrate O&M requirements into project delivery for asset performance and reliability.
• Review and contribute to O&M manuals, commissioning records and handover documentation.
• Apply lifecycle thinking and asset management best practices throughout the project.

Skills

Excellent communication

Stakeholder management

Analytical/problem-solving

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, or Process Engineering

Master's Degree or professional certification

Tools

CMMS

Asset management systems

Job description

Description:

Stantec is seeking an experienced Operations & Maintenance (O&M) Specialist to support TAQA Water Solutions projects in Abu Dhabi. The successful candidate will provide technical expertise during the design, construction, commissioning, handover, and operational phases of wastewater, sewerage, pumping station, and associated utility infrastructure projects.

The O&M Specialist will ensure that operational and maintenance requirements are fully integrated into project delivery, facilitating efficient asset performance, reliability, maintainability, and compliance with TAQA-WS standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Process Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Master's Degree or relevant professional certification is an advantage.
• Minimum 10-15 years of experience in operations, maintenance, asset management, commissioning, or engineering of utility infrastructure projects.
• Proven experience in wastewater networks, sewerage systems, pumping stations, treatment plants, or water infrastructure projects.
• Previous experience with TAQA Water Solutions (TAQA-WS), ADDC, ADSSC, or similar utility operators in the UAE is highly desirable.
• Experience supporting handover, commissioning, and operational readiness for large infrastructure projects.
• Strong knowledge of wastewater and sewerage systems.
• Understanding of asset lifecycle management and maintenance planning.
• Experience reviewing O&M manuals, commissioning records, and handover documentation.
• Knowledge of reliability-centered maintenance (RCM) principles.
• Familiarity with CMMS and asset management systems.

Understanding of HSE requirements and risk management practices.

Competencies

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams.
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced project environment.

About Stantec

We’re active members of the communities we serve. That’s why at Stantec we always design with community in mind. We believe growing a great design company happens from the inside out. We look for people who are drawn to use every talent they possess, plus creativity, determination and a drive to do the extraordinary.

The Stantec community unites approximately 22,000 employees working in over 400 locations across six continents. We collaborate across disciplines and industries to bring projects to life. Our work as architects, engineers, and consultants from initial project concept and planning through design, construction and commissioning is built on a solid history of success. So, when we take on a project, we see the opportunity to make a lasting connection with the people and places where we live and work. Redefine your personal best. Join us!

City

Abu Dhabi

State/Province

UAE

Country

United Arab Emirates

Work Location(s)

United Arab Emirates-Abu Dhabi

Job Category

Civil Engineering

Employment Type

Full-Time

Job Type

Regular