STEEL MECHANICAL TECHNICIAN

UrbaCon Contracting & Trading Company; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Steel Mechanical Technician to perform maintenance on machinery used in steel production. You will be responsible for ensuring the reliability, efficiency, and safety of mechanical systems, with specific duties including emergency maintenance and teamwork with operations. A diploma in mechanical engineering and a minimum of 1 year of experience are required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year working experience in a relevant field.
• GCC experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and emergency maintenance on production machinery.
• Identify and resolve mechanical failures and recommend corrective actions.
• Inspect, service, and repair hydraulic systems.
• Maintain accurate records in CMMS.

Skills

Industrial mechanical components knowledge

Mechanical fault diagnosis

Knowledge of safety practices

Team collaboration

ERP knowledge (SAP)

Education

Diploma in Mechanical or related field

Job description

Job Summary

The Steel Mechanical Technician is responsible for performing preventive, corrective, and emergency maintenance on mechanical systems and equipment in the steel production facility. This role ensures the reliability, efficiency, and safety of mechanical components, minimizing production downtime and optimizing equipment performance.

Job Responsibilities 1

• Perform routine and emergency maintenance on steel production machinery, including rolling mills, conveyors, furnaces, and hydraulic systems.
• Identify and resolve mechanical failures, conduct root cause analysis, and recommend corrective actions.
• Follow maintenance schedules to prevent equipment breakdowns and improve operational efficiency.
• Inspect, service, and repair hydraulic and pneumatic systems used in steel production processes.
• Adhere to workplace safety standards, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures, PPE usage, and risk assessments.
• Quickly respond to mechanical failures to minimize production disruptions and ensure plant uptime.
• Work closely with operations and engineering teams to support process improvements and machine upgrades.
• Assist in maintaining an adequate inventory of spare parts to support maintenance activities.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, equipment history, and work orders in CMMS.
• Participate in skills enhancement programs and contribute to process improvements in the plant.

Job Knowledge & Skills

• Strong understanding of industrial mechanical components, including gears, bearings, pumps, and hydraulic systems.
• Ability to diagnose and repair mechanical faults efficiently.
• Knowledge of industrial safety practices, risk assessments, and compliance with maintenance regulations.
• Ability to work effectively within a maintenance team and collaborate across departments.
• ERP knowledge preferably SAP functional skills are a requirement to be successful in this role.

Job Experience

Minimum 1 year working experience/relevant experience, GCC experience is a plus

Competencies

• Agility
• Fire Hazard Inspections L1
• Leadership
• Preventive & Corrective Maintenance L1
• Quality
• Resilience
• Safety Education Programs L1
• Technical documentation L1
• Worker Health and Safety L1

Education

• Diploma in Mechanical or any related field