Optical Technician

Urban Ridge Supplies; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 22,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Urban Ridge Supplies in the UAE is seeking an Optical Technician to join our marine and leisure product team. You will cut, glaze, and fit ophthalmic lenses, perform frame adjustments, and help process orders while maintaining stock and quality checks.

The role requires attention to detail, the ability to work in a fast-paced retail setting, and flexibility to work weekends and public holidays. Preference given to candidates with optical technology certification and at least two years of UAE

Qualifications

• Relevant qualification or certification in Optical Technology preferred.
• 2+ years of UAE work experience required.
• Knowledge of lens cutting, glazing, fitting and frame adjustments.

Responsibilities

• Cut, glaze, and fit ophthalmic lenses according to prescriptions and frame specifications.
• Perform frame adjustments and basic repairs.
• Check lenses and frames for quality and manufacturing defects.
• Assist the sales team in selecting suitable lenses for frames.
• Process and deliver optical lens orders in the system.
• Order and maintain RX optical lens stock.
• Conduct regular stock checks and replenish as required.
• Follow up on daily and pending orders and provide timely updates.
• Conduct quality checks before completed orders are handed over.
• Follow equipment maintenance and safety guidelines.
• Clean and switch off equipment at the end of the day.
• Maintain workshop cleanliness and hygiene standards.
• Report any damaged lenses, incidents, or technical issues promptly.

Skills

Lens cutting

Glazing

Fitting

Frame adjustments

Quality checks

Order processing

Stock control

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

Optical Technology certification

Job description

About the Company

We are a well-established marine and leisure company in the UAE, offering a wide range of marine products, equipment, water sports, and lifestyle solutions, with a strong focus on quality and customer service.

About the Role

The Optical Technician is responsible for lens cutting, glazing, fitting, repairs, order processing, stock control, and quality checks to ensure accurate and timely completion of optical orders.

Salary : 2000 - 4500 AED / monthly

Job Responsibilities

1. Optical Services

• Cut, glaze, and fit ophthalmic lenses according to prescriptions and frame specifications.

• Perform frame adjustments and basic repairs.

• Check lenses and frames for quality and manufacturing defects.

• Assist the sales team in selecting suitable lenses for frames.

• Process and deliver optical lens (OL) orders in the system.

2. Stock & Orders

• Order and maintain RX optical lens stock.

• Conduct regular stock checks and replenish as required.

• Follow up on daily and pending orders and provide timely updates.

3. Quality & Equipment

• Conduct quality checks before completed orders are handed over.

• Follow equipment maintenance and safety guidelines.

• Clean and switch off equipment at the end of the day.

• Maintain workshop cleanliness and hygiene standards.

• Report any damaged lenses, incidents, or technical issues promptly.

Job Requirements

• Relevant qualification or certification in Optical Technology is preferred.

• Previous experience of at least 2 years in UAE is required.

• Knowledge of lens cutting, glazing, fitting, and frame adjustments.

• Strong attention to detail and quality.

• Good organizational and teamwork skills.

• Ability to work in a fast-paced retail environment.

• Flexible to work weekends, public holidays, and varied shifts when required.