1. Maintenance Management: Supervise general maintenance activities for buildings, facilities, and equipment, including civil, electrical, mechanical, HVAC, and plumbing works, and follow up on necessary repairs.

2. Preventive Maintenance: Develop and implement preventive and periodic maintenance plans and programs for buildings and equipment to reduce unexpected breakdowns, extend asset lifespan, and minimize maintenance costs.

3. Technical Supervision: Monitor the work of contractors, maintenance companies, and service providers, ensuring the quality of completed works and compliance with approved technical specifications and contracts.

4. Safety and Risk Management: Conduct regular inspections of buildings and facilities, identify technical, structural, and operational risks, coordinate corrective actions, and monitor the readiness of safety facilities, alarm systems, and firefighting systems in coordination with the relevant authorities.

5. Breakdown and Emergency Management: Respond to breakdowns and emergencies that may affect building safety or the continuity of shelter services, prioritizing repairs according to risk levels and their impact on beneficiaries, children, and employees.

6. Asset and Facilities Management: Monitor the technical condition of buildings, equipment, and assets; maintain and update records of maintenance activities, breakdowns, and repairs; and prepare technical reports on facility conditions and future requirements.

7. Cost and Materials Management: Prepare technical cost estimates for maintenance works and spare parts and material requirements, monitor their consumption, and recommend solutions that improve operational efficiency and optimize expenditure without compromising service quality or safety standards.

8. Project and Development Follow-up: Participate in facility development, rehabilitation, expansion, and technical modification projects; review relevant specifications and drawings within the scope of responsibility; and monitor the execution and handover of works in accordance with approved procedures.

9. Coordination with Relevant Departments: Coordinate with internal departments and sections to ensure that maintenance activities are carried out without disrupting essential services, while maintaining the confidentiality and privacy of shelter facilities and complying with access and work procedures in areas designated for beneficiaries.

10. Reporting and Continuous Improvement: Prepare periodic reports on facility conditions, recurring breakdowns, and maintenance performance indicators, and recommend improvement initiatives that enhance building safety, operational efficiency, and sustainability.

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Civil Engineering, or a related engineering discipline relevant to building and facilities maintenance.

• 3–5 years of practical experience in building maintenance and facilities management, preferably in residential buildings or multi-purpose facilities.

• Good knowledge of building systems, HVAC, electrical systems, plumbing, preventive maintenance, and contractor management.

• Familiarity with occupational health and safety standards, fire safety requirements, and relevant local regulations.

• Proficiency in preparing technical reports and using computer software and maintenance management systems. Knowledge of asset and facilities management software is preferred.

Job Category

Civil Engineering

Advertiser

Dubai Government