Senior Facilities Engineer

Ali And Sons Holding L.L.C; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 250,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

Ali And Sons Holding L.L.C. is seeking a Senior Facility Engineer to oversee day-to-day operations and maintenance of air base facilities. The role requires hands-on management of HVAC, electrical, and water systems, plus oversight of engineers, technicians, and subcontractors.

The candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and at least 10 years of relevant experience, with a focus on safety and compliance. On-site work at the base in the UAE is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering is required.
• 10+ years of experience in facility engineering or related field.
• Age 40 and above.
• Nationalities unrestricted.

Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day operation and maintenance of air base facilities.
• Supervise maintenance activities, including preventive, corrective, and predictive tasks.
• Monitor critical systems: HVAC, generators, UPS, transformers, air compressors, water and fuel systems.
• Lead and supervise Facility Engineers, Supervisors, Technicians and subcontractors.
• Prepare maintenance reports and KPIs; contribute to budgets and cost control.

Skills

Asset management

HSE compliance

Vendor management

Maintenance planning

Emergency response

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

Building Management System (BMS)

MS Office

Job description

Senior Facility Engineer

Senior Facility Engineer Duties and Responsibilities Air Base Facility Operations MaintenanceManage the day-to-day operation and maintenance of all air base facilities Ensure all MEP Mechanical Electrical and Plumbing systems are functioning efficiently Supervise preventive corrective and predictive maintenance activities Monitor critical systems such as HVAC generators UPS transformers air compressors water systems and fuel systems Ensure uninterrupted operation of mission-critical facilities Team ManagementLead and supervise Facility Engineers Supervisors Technicians and subcontractors Allocate manpower according to operational priorities Conduct daily toolbox talks and safety briefings Evaluate staff performance and identify training requirements Planned Preventive Maintenance PPM Develop and implement annual maintenance plans Ensure all PPM activities are completed as per schedule Review maintenance reports and verify work completion Minimize equipment downtime through effective maintenance planning Corrective MaintenanceRespond immediately to emergency maintenance requests Investigate equipment failures and identify root causes Coordinate repairs to minimize operational disruptions Ensure all maintenance activities comply with OEM recommendations Health Safety Environment HSE Ensure compliance with HSE regulations and air base safety standards Conduct regular safety inspections and risk assessments Monitor Permit-to-Work PTW systems Participate in emergency response drills Ensure proper use of PPE by all personnel Asset ManagementMaintain an accurate asset register Monitor equipment lifecycle and recommend replacement of obsolete assets Track warranty periods and service contracts Ensure calibration of testing equipment Contract Vendor ManagementMonitor subcontractor performance Review maintenance contracts and service agreements Verify completed work before approving invoices Coordinate with suppliers for spare parts and equipment Budget Cost ControlPrepare maintenance budgets Monitor operational expenses Recommend cost-saving initiatives without compromising reliability Control spare parts inventory Client CoordinationServe as the primary technical point of contact with the client Attend coordination meetings Provide technical advice and engineering solutions Ensure client complaints are resolved promptly ReportingPrepare daily weekly and monthly maintenance reports Monitor KPIs and SLAs Submit incident and root cause analysis reports Maintain maintenance records and documentation ComplianceEnsure compliance with UAE Civil Defence requirementsLocal authority regulationsEnvironmental regulationsOEM standardsMilitary Air Base security proceduresISO 9001 ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 requirements where applicable Engineering SupportReview engineering drawings and technical specifications Evaluate modification requests Support new facility construction and renovation projects Conduct site inspections and technical assessments Emergency ResponseAct as the engineering focal point during emergencies Coordinate restoration of critical services Ensure backup power systems remain operational Participate in business continuity planning DocumentationMaintain As-built drawingsO M manualsEquipment history recordsAsset registersCalibration certificatesTest reportsInspection recordsKey Performance Indicators KPIs PPM completion 100 Equipment availability 99 5 SLA compliance 100 Emergency response within contractual limitsZero Lost Time Incidents LTI High client satisfactionTimely closure of corrective actionsEffective budget control and reduced maintenance costsTypical Systems Under the Senior Facility EngineerHVAC and ChillersSplit Package AC UnitsElectrical Distribution HV LV Generators and UPSLighting SystemsFire Alarm Fire Fighting Systems-Support onlyPlumbing DrainageWater Storage Pumping SystemsBuilding Management System BMS Compressed Air SystemsFuel Storage DistributionHangars and Aircraft Support FacilitiesRoads Pavements and External infrastructure Nationality-Unrestricted NationalityExpereience-10 years up Age: 40 and aboveBachelor's degree in Engineering is a must