Facilities Engineer

About the role

The Facilities Engineer supports the operation and maintenance of mechanical, electrical and plumbing (MEP) and building systems across the organization's property portfolio. The role keeps facilities well maintained, energy efficient and compliant with UAE regulations and organizational standards, working under the guidance of senior engineers. It is an individual contributor role within the Real Estate division, reporting to the Head of Engineering and Planning or the Operations Manager.

Key responsibilities

• Support day-to-day operations and maintenance of MEP and building systems
• Carry out routine inspections of equipment, systems and infrastructure
• Assist in developing and running preventive and corrective maintenance schedules
• Coordinate with outsourced service providers and contractors
• Prepare inspection reports and escalate technical issues to senior engineers
• Ensure compliance with UAE regulations, HSE standards and organizational policies
• Contribute to energy efficiency, water conservation and sustainability initiatives
• Maintain technical records, drawings and documentation
• Support small-scale projects and upgrades, and take part in emergency response when needed

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Civil or Facilities Engineering
• 3-5 years of experience in facilities engineering, maintenance or construction
• Knowledge of MEP and building systems maintenance
• Familiarity with outsourced vendor management
• Desirable: Master's degree, professional certifications such as PMP, LEED or CFM, and experience with smart building systems and CAFM software

Required skills

• Facilities maintenance and technical inspection
• Vendor coordination and compliance awareness
• Documentation and reporting
• Use of CAFM, ERP and engineering tools