Facilities Engineer

About the role

City University Ajman is looking for a proactive, detail-oriented Facilities Engineer to plan, organise, schedule and supervise campus facilities maintenance operations. The role covers managing maintenance staff and contractors, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards, overseeing maintenance budgets and handling public inquiries about campus facilities.

Key responsibilities

• Plan, organise, schedule and supervise campus maintenance operations, setting priorities and timeframes for maintenance staff
• Monitor and inspect job assignments against standards and adjust instructions and timelines as needed
• Train staff on equipment use, procedures, work standards and safety protocols
• Act as safety representative: coordinate safety training, assist with safety audits, ensure compliance with safety standards and keep safety records
• Schedule and supervise maintenance activities, including work by contractors or subcontractors
• Respond professionally to public inquiries, concerns and complaints about campus facilities
• Create project documents, develop specifications and recommend capital equipment purchases
• Supervise minor maintenance and servicing, assess the need for outside contractors for construction projects
• Prepare operational and maintenance reports and manage the maintenance budget, including inventory and expenses

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Civil Engineering or a related field
• Proven experience in facilities management, engineering or maintenance supervision
• Strong knowledge of building systems, equipment and maintenance procedures
• Leadership skills, ability to supervise teams and contractors, and strong communication with stakeholders

Required skills

• Proficiency in MS Office Suite and facilities management software
• Knowledge of safety standards, compliance and best practices in facility operations

What we offer

• Medical support, dietary guidance and health check-up campaigns
• Generous annual leave
• Training and development programmes and employee events
• Annual airfare allowance and a rewards and recognition programme