Production and Maintenance Operator

Veolia; Dubai; On-site; AED 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A global environmental services leader is seeking a Production and Maintenance Operator in Dubai. This role involves hands-on production duties and essential maintenance work in a chemical manufacturing facility. Candidates should have a vocational training certificate in Electrical and 3-5 years of experience in chemical facilities. Flexibility to work weekends and nights is required. The company offers competitive compensation and a commitment to diversity within the workplace.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Mentorship and career development programmes

Opportunities for continuous learning

Qualifications

• 2 years of vocational training in Electrical fields required.
• 3 to 5 years of experience in chemical manufacturing plants crucial.
• Basic computer skills required alongside a valid forklift license.

Responsibilities

• Conduct chemical blending according to prescribed recipes.
• Perform product analysis and packaging operations.
• Execute routine maintenance tasks including mechanical breakdowns.
• Conduct electrical panel board inspections.
• Maintain and operate compressors and boilers.

Skills

Vocational training certificate in Electrical

3-5 years' experience in chemical manufacturing plants

Basic knowledge of chemistry

Basic understanding of HVAC, electrical, and plumbing systems

Valid UAE forklift license

Basic computer skills including SAP

Strong attention to detail and orderly work habits

Proactive approach with a positive attitude

Valid car driving license (light vehicle)

Flexibility to work weekends and night shifts

Education

Vocational training certificate

Tools

Forklift

SAP

Job description

Veolia is a global leader in environmental services, operating across all five continents with nearly 218,000 employees. Specializing in water, energy, and waste management, Veolia designs and implements innovative solutions for decarbonization, depollution, and resource regeneration, supporting communities and industries in their ecological transformation.

Water Tech brings together a dedicated team of experienced professionals committed to tackling the world’s most complex challenges related to water scarcity, quality, productivity, and energy. Together, we pursue a shared mission to create a more sustainable future.

Job Description

Production and Maintenance Operator

Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates

You can be based in: Dubai, United Arab Emirates

You will need to speak and write fluently in: English

Water Tech is seeking a skilled Production and Maintenance Operator to join our manufacturing facility in Dubai. This dynamic role combines hands-on production responsibilities with essential maintenance duties, offering an excellent opportunity for technically-minded professionals to contribute to our chemical manufacturing operations.

Day-to-Day Duties

• Conduct chemical blending according to prescribed recipes ensuring precise quantities and quality standards
• Perform product analysis and packaging operations
• Execute routine maintenance tasks including electrical and mechanical breakdowns
• Conduct electrical panel board inspections and thermographic inspections
• Perform diaphragm pump overhauling and preventive maintenance of centrifugal pumps
• Operate forklifts for loading, unloading, and material handling
• Maintain and operate compressors, boilers, and RO plants
• Follow and implement EHS regulations and standards

Qualifications

Preferred skills and experience

• Vocational training certificate in Electrical (2 years)
• 3-5 years' experience in chemical manufacturing plants
• Basic knowledge of chemistry
• Basic understanding of HVAC, electrical and plumbing systems
• Valid UAE forklift license
• Basic computer skills including SAP
• Strong attention to detail and orderly work habits
• Proactive approach with positive attitude
• Valid car driving license (light vehicle)
• Flexibility to work weekends and night shifts

Additional Information

As an inclusive company, Veolia is committed to diversity and gives equal consideration to all applications, without discrimination.

Veolia WTS is committed to continually building on our inclusive environment where all employees thrive. Globally, we offer:

• A collaborative culture that celebrates diverse perspectives
• Mentorship and career development programmes
• Opportunities for continuous learning and professional growth
• A competitive compensation and benefits package

Veolia WTS is an equal opportunity employer with diversity, inclusion, equity, and gender equality at the heart of our workplace.