Technician Apprentice - UAE National

Keolis; Dubai; On-site; AED 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading transportation service provider in Dubai seeks a Technician. You will undergo a structured training program to acquire skills for maintenance in various engineering departments. Responsibilities include shadowing Engineers, performing maintenance, and ensuring compliance. A bachelor's degree in engineering is required, along with strong English skills and good communication abilities. This position offers valuable experience in a dynamic, team-oriented environment.

Qualifications

• Good eyesight and normal color vision.
• Valid driving license with good driving skills.
• Strong English language skills.
• Good communication skills to manage multiple tasks.
• Ability to write simple technical reports.
• Organizational skills and detail-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Undertake all required training courses and pass modules.
• Gain understanding by job shadowing within Engineering.
• Assist Engineers in preventive and corrective maintenance.
• Ensure compliance with maintenance procedures.
• Produce maintenance records using a management system.
• Perform shift and emergency duties.

Skills

Good eyesight and normal color vision

Valid driving license

Strong English skills (written and spoken)

Communication skills

Ability to write technical reports

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Electronic Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Communication Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

The purpose of this position is to undertake a defined training programme, to acquire the relevant skills and competence to secure a position as a Technician in one of the Engineering Production Departments.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

• During Training – undertake all required technical and soft skills training courses and obtain a passing mark in each module. This includes but is not limited to : Induction, O&M Induction, Safety Critical Communications, Internal Customer Service, Lineside Worker / Non-Lineside Worker.
• Gain a thorough understanding of the technical aspect of each Technician role by spending time on the job shadowing and training within Engineering Production Departments.
• Attend and pass all modules of technical training within the chosen discipline (matched to skills and educational experience).
• Once competent as a Technician – undertake an initial training period within the chosen discipline (Rolling Stock, Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing Services, Civil & Track, and Automatic Train Control & Systems).
• Assist the Engineers and Team Leaders in carrying out all levels of preventive and corrective maintenance activities.
• Follow the appropriate maintenance procedures and work instructions to ensure compliance with the requirements.
• Perform roles necessary for managing the safe system of work, including meeting tight maintenance schedules.
• Produce and maintain accurate maintenance records of equipment performance, work accomplished and other information using the maintenance management system.
• Perform shift and emergency duties.
• Perform and carry out duties as instructed / directed by the line manager and / or other member of the senior management team of Engineering & Maintenance department.

KEY SKILLS

• Must have good eyesight and normal color vision.
• Holds a valid driving license with good driving skills and experience.
• Strong English language skills (written and spoken).
• Possess good communication skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently and work productively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Ability to write simple technical reports, and routine business correspondence, and prepare method statements and drawings as required.
• Good organizational skills, detail-oriented, and the ability to handle multiple priorities.

EXPERIENCES

Previous work experience in Engineering and Maintenance is desirable but not essential.

EDUCATIONNAL QUALIFCATIONS

Must have a minimum bachelor's degree in Electrical, Electronic, Communication,Mechanical and / or Civil Engineering discipline.