Hard Services Specialist - Emirati Hire

Overview

Asset Management & Maintenance

• Manage the performance, reliability, and lifecycle of building assets and mechanical systems.
• Monitor preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance activities through CAFM systems.
• Conduct regular inspections of HVAC, plumbing, mechanical, and associated building systems.
• Review asset condition assessments and recommend upgrades, replacements, and improvement initiatives.
• Ensure asset maintenance activities support business continuity and operational excellence.
• Monitor environmental conditions within critical spaces and support climate control requirements.

Technical Operations

• Oversee day-to-day operation of hard services systems, ensuring optimum performance and availability.
• Support troubleshooting and resolution of technical issues affecting facility operations.
• Respond to emergency maintenance incidents and coordinate corrective actions.
• Review technical reports, maintenance records, and performance data to identify improvement opportunities.
• Ensure compliance with manufacturer recommendations, engineering standards, and operational procedures.

Contractor & Service Provider Management

• Supervise outsourced facility management providers and specialist contractors.
• Monitor service delivery against contractual KPIs and SLAs.
• Conduct routine audits and inspections of maintenance activities.
• Review contractor method statements, risk assessments, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Ensure all maintenance activities comply with health, safety, and quality standards.

Project Management & Technical Support

• Support planning and execution of technical improvement, refurbishment, and upgrade projects.
• Review technical submissions, drawings, specifications, and contractor proposals.
• Participate in testing, commissioning, and handover activities for new systems and projects.
• Coordinate with consultants, contractors, and internal stakeholders during project implementation.
• Monitor project progress, budgets, and timelines to ensure successful delivery.

Compliance, Sustainability & Risk Management

• Ensure compliance with local regulations, engineering standards, and facility management best practices.
• Support environmental sustainability and energy optimization initiatives.
• Participate in audits and inspections conducted by regulatory authorities and internal stakeholders.
• Identify operational risks and implement mitigation measures.
• Support emergency preparedness, business continuity, and asset resilience programs.

Procurement & Contract Administration

• Assist in preparing technical scopes of work and tender documentation.
• Review technical bids and provide recommendations during procurement processes.
• Monitor procurement requirements for maintenance materials and equipment.
• Coordinate purchase requests and ensure timely delivery of critical components.

& Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related Engineering discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in technical operations, facility management, hard services, or MEP engineering.
• Experience managing HVAC, plumbing, mechanical systems, and building infrastructure within complex facilities.
• Proven experience in asset management, maintenance planning, testing and commissioning, and project execution.
• Experience working with CAFM systems and contractor management.
• Experience supporting high-profile cultural, hospitality, commercial, or public facilities is preferred.

• Building Management Systems (BMS)

• CAFM Platforms

• Technical Auditing & Inspections

• MEP Systems

• Technical Documentation Review

• Project Management