AGL Engineer

Contract Type: Permanent

Job Location: Dammam - Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

Under the authority of the Maintenance Manager, the AGL Engineer is responsible for the inspection, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of Aeronautical Ground Lighting (AGL) at airport facilities. This role ensures system reliability, safety compliance, and operational efficiency by conducting preventive and corrective maintenance, collaborating across teams, and maintaining detailed records.

Job Description

• Conduct routine inspections and preventive maintenance of Aeronautical Ground Lighting (AGL) systems, including runway and taxiway lighting, guidance signs, circuits, cables, transformers, Constant Current Regulators (CCRs), and associated control and monitoring equipment.

• Identify, troubleshoot, and promptly address faults to maintain the safe and reliable operation of AGL systems.

• Replace or repair damaged and malfunctioning components in response to planned maintenance or emergency requests, minimizing system downtime.

• Perform electrical, functional, and operational tests after maintenance or repair to verify system performance and confirm that equipment is safe to return to service.

• Analyze system alarms, circuit faults, and equipment malfunctions to determine root causes and implement appropriate corrective actions.

• Respond to emergency callouts and participate in a 24/7 standby rotation, as required.

• Follow airport safety requirements, electrical safety procedures, operational rules, and approved standard operating procedures during all work activities.

• Ensure the required permits and work documents, including LOA permits and AWP documentation, are available and approved before work begins.

• Conduct Toolbox Talks and safety briefings with the shift team, promoting clear communication and awareness of worksite and airside hazards.

• Coordinate with the Airport Operations Team and other relevant stakeholders to obtain work approvals, arrange access, and complete operational handovers following maintenance.

• Accurately update work orders and preventive and corrective maintenance records in Oracle or other designated systems.

• Prepare and submit clear shift reports detailing work performed, AGL faults and alarms, equipment status, outstanding issues, and other relevant activities.

• Participate in technical and safety training to maintain up-to-date knowledge of AGL equipment, airport standards, and applicable procedures.

• Recommend improvements to maintenance processes and work practices to enhance AGL system reliability, safety, and operational efficiency.

• Keep tools, vehicles, and equipment clean, serviceable, and ready for use.

• Monitor AGL equipment during operation, promptly reporting any abnormal conditions or safety concerns.

• Exercise due care when working airside and strictly observe airport-specific safety, access, and work-control requirements.

Skills/Qualification

Requirement

• 8 – 10 years of Experience in AGL maintenance, including facilities maintenance (CCR, Transformers, Connectors, Network Switches, Network Troubleshooting, Electrical device and instruments)

• Relevant technical qualifications in AGL or a related field.

• Previous experience in AGL maintenance and troubleshooting.

• Skilled in the use of standard and specialized tools used in this work.

Education

• Minimum Diploma in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from an internationally recognized institution.

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Req Id: 1611