Senior Technician - Controls Systems

Johnson Controls; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A multinational engineering firm is seeking an experienced Senior Technician to oversee and maintain Building Management Systems (BMS) across data centers in the UAE. The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring operational uptime, performing preventive maintenance, and providing technical support. Applicants should have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and 5-10 years of experience in critical facility environments. This position requires strong analytical and troubleshooting skills and familiarity with BMS platforms, especially from the company’s offerings.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5–10 years experience working with BMS in a data center or critical facility environment.
• In-depth knowledge of BMS platforms (Johnson Controls).
• Ability to work in 24x7 mission-critical environments including on-call support.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and manage BMS systems across multiple sites for optimal performance.
• Perform routine inspections, preventive maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Liaise with internal teams and external vendors for installations and upgrades.
• Maintain and update BMS software graphics and configurations.
• Prepare and maintain PPM Reports and schedules.

Skills

Analytical skills

Troubleshooting abilities

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical or Automation Engineering

Tools

BMS platforms (Johnson Controls)

Modbus

BACnet

LonWorks

Job description

What you will do:

We are seeking an experienced Senior Technician with a strong background in data center infrastructure to oversee and maintain the Building Management System (BMS) across Data Centers in UAE. The ideal candidate will ensure maximum operational uptime and efficiency while supporting environmental control systems safety and compliance within the data center.

How you will do it:

• Monitor and manage BMS systems across multiple Hospital commercial Residential building & data center sites to ensure optimal performance and environmental control.
• Perform routine inspections preventive maintenance and troubleshooting of BMS-controlled equipment such as HVAC CRAC units chillers UPS and generators.
• Liaise with internal teams and external vendors for installation upgrades calibration and repairs of BMS components.
• Review system alarms and provide first-line response to system faults or deviations.
• Maintain and update BMS software graphics and configurations as needed.
• Analyze system data and trends to propose energy-saving initiatives and improve performance.
• Capable of giving innovative ideas to customers on system enhancement and energy savings in order to develop the business and customer relationships.
• Support commissioning activities for new systems and infrastructure expansion.
• Ensure BMS operations comply with safety regulations company policies and industry standards.
• Prepare and maintain documentation including PPM Reports SOPs logs and performance reports.
• Create monthly/Quarterly PPM reports PPM schedules and ensure all the PPMs have been completed as per schedule and contract terms.
• Identifies opportunities for L&M sales. Develops quotes and estimates for the work and submits to Service Team Manager or Customer Service Agent as appropriate.

What we look for

Required

• Bachelors degree or diploma in Electrical Mechanical or Automation Engineering (or equivalent technical discipline).
• Minimum 510 years experience working with BMS in a data center or critical facility environment.
• In-depth knowledge of BMS platforms (Johnson Controls platforms).
• Familiarity with data center systems such as HVAC power distribution fire suppression and access control.
• Strong analytical troubleshooting and communication skills.
• Experience with Modbus BACnet LonWorks protocols.
• Ability to work in 24x7 mission-critical environments including on-call support if required.

Required Experience:

Senior IC