Optical Technician - OWNDAYS

Scope Investment; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 67,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

Al Boom Marine is seeking an Optical Technician to cut, glaze, fit ophthalmic lenses, and perform frame adjustments in a fast-paced UAE retail environment.

You will manage RX lens stock, process orders, and ensure quality checks before handover. The role requires 2+ years UAE experience and a relevant Optical Technology certification. Weekend shifts may be required.

Qualifications

• 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.

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 (OL) 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

Frame adjustments

Quality checks

Teamwork

Education

Optical Technology certification

Job description

Job Description:

About the Company

Al Boom Marine is 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.

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.