Job Description

The ideal candidate must have relevant experience in construction plant and machinery maintenance, preferably within the UAE/GCC construction industry.

Key Responsibilities

Plan, coordinate, and supervise preventive, corrective, and breakdown maintenance activities for plant, heavy equipment, machinery, and vehicles.
Diagnose mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical faults and ensure timely repairs.
Monitor the operational condition and performance of equipment to minimize downtime and improve reliability.
Develop and implement preventive maintenance schedules based on equipment operating hours, manufacturer recommendations, and maintenance requirements.
Supervise mechanics, technicians, electricians, and workshop personnel to ensure maintenance activities are completed efficiently.
Coordinate with equipment operators, site teams, and project managers to identify equipment issues and prioritize maintenance requirements.
Maintain accurate records of equipment inspections, service history, breakdowns, repairs, and maintenance costs.
Monitor equipment utilization, availability, repair frequency, and maintenance expenses.
Coordinate with the procurement and stores teams to ensure the timely availability of spare parts, lubricants, tools, and maintenance materials.
Inspect repaired equipment and verify that it is safe and fit for operation before releasing it back to the site.
Liaise with external service providers, suppliers, and equipment dealers for specialized repairs, technical support, and warranty claims.
Ensure compliance with equipment manufacturer guidelines, company maintenance procedures, and applicable health and safety regulations.
Identify recurring equipment failures and recommend corrective and preventive measures to improve equipment reliability.
Support equipment inspections, condition assessments, and technical evaluations for the purchase, repair, or replacement of machinery.
Monitor workshop activities and ensure proper use of tools, equipment, and maintenance resources.
Prepare maintenance reports, breakdown analyses, spare parts requirements, and recommendations for management.
Ensure proper handling and disposal of used oils, lubricants, batteries, and other maintenance-related waste.
Support the implementation of cost-control measures and continuous improvement initiatives within the PMV maintenance function.

Qualifications and Experience

Bachelor's degree or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
Minimum 5–8 years of relevant experience in plant and machinery maintenance, preferably in the UAE/GCC construction industry.
Hands-on experience maintaining construction equipment such as excavators, wheel loaders, cranes, forklifts, generators, compressors, concrete pumps, batching plants, and other heavy machinery.
Strong knowledge of diesel engines, hydraulic systems, transmission systems, mechanical components, and equipment troubleshooting.
Experience in preventive maintenance planning, breakdown management, and workshop supervision.
Knowledge of spare parts management, maintenance documentation, and equipment service schedules.
Familiarity with equipment maintenance software or computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) is an advantage.
GCC experience is preferred.