Maintenance Technician

Job Purpose To maintain production machines and utilities in safe, reliable, and efficient operating condition by performing preventive maintenance, troubleshooting machine breakdowns, supporting root-cause analysis, and following approved maintenance and safety procedures.

Job Benefits: Attractive salary package as per company standards. Employment visa provided as per UAE labour regulations. Medical insurance as per company policy. Paid public holidays as per UAE labour regulations. Other benefits as per company policy. Company-provided accommodation. Company-provided transportation. 30 days of paid annual leave per year. Flight tickets as per company policy. Other benefits as per company policy.

Key Responsibilities Attend breakdowns of injection moulding, blow moulding, EBM/IBM, printing, and auxiliary equipment. Perform preventive maintenance, lubrication, inspections, and component replacements as per approved checklists. Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic faults. Maintain and support compressors, air dryers, chillers, pumps, and cooling-water systems. Inspect and troubleshoot motors, sensors, control panels, contactors, starters, VFDs/servos, PLC/HMI systems, and interlocks, as applicable. Maintain hydraulic pumps, valves, cylinders, pneumatic systems, solenoid valves, and pressure circuits. Follow safety procedures, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), Permit to Work (PTW), PPE, electrical isolation, and machine guarding. Maintain maintenance job cards, spare-parts consumption records, and shift handover documentation. Support root-cause analysis and corrective actions to reduce repeated machine breakdowns. Coordinate with the Maintenance Supervisor/Manager for spare parts, major repairs, and technical issues.

Required Skills and Experience 2 6 years of experience in industrial maintenance; plastic manufacturing experience is preferred. Knowledge of injection moulding, blow moulding, EBM/IBM machines, and related auxiliary equipment. Basic electrical and mechanical troubleshooting skills. Knowledge of bearings, gearboxes, couplings, alignment, lubrication, motors, sensors, and control circuits. Understanding of hydraulic and pneumatic systems. Basic knowledge of PLC, HMI, VFD/servo systems, and automation components. Ability to use a multimeter and other approved testing equipment safely. Good troubleshooting, problem-solving, teamwork, and documentation skills. Strong commitment to workplace safety and preventive maintenance procedures.

Reporting To: Maintenance Supervisor / Maintenance Manager

Desired Candidate Profile

Qualification: ITI / Diploma in Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, or a relevant trade