Maintenance Technician | Retail | IKEA DFC
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Job Requisition ID: 179334 Established in the 1930s as a trading business, Al-Futtaim Group today is one of the most diversified and progressive, privately held regional businesses headquartered in Dubai, United A”rab Emirates.
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Established in the 1930s as a trading business, Al-Futtaim Group today is one of the most diversified and progressive, privately held regional businesses headquartered in Dubai, United A”rab Emirates.
Structured into five operating divisions; automotive, financial services, real estate, retail and healthcare; employing more than 35,000 employees across more than 20 countries in the Middle East, Asia and Africa, Al-Futtaim Group partners with over 200 of the world's most admired and innovative brands.
Al-Futtaim Group’s entrepreneurship and relentless customer focus enables the organisation to continue to grow and expand; responding to the changing needs of our customers within the societies in which we operate.
By upholding our values of respect, excellence, collaboration and integrity; Al-Futtaim Group continues to enrich the lives and aspirations of our customers each and every day.
Overview Of The Role
The Maintenance Assistant is crucial for ensuring a safe, secure, clean, and functional environment for visitors and co-workers.
The role involves maintaining the building, electro-mechanical systems, and non-selling furniture to uphold the image and brand of IKEA.
Success requires effective coordination with external contractors and departments to execute maintenance activities efficiently and ensure adherence to safety standards and the IKEA culture.
What You Will Do
- Contribute to maintaining the store in 'Shape as new' by performing building maintenance functions according to the planned maintenance process.
- Rectify breakdowns and complete work orders and preventative maintenance as scheduled.
- Perform and supervise all modifications, renovation, and enhancement works when required, providing technical and financial offers for all operation spare parts, coordinating with third-party contractors/service providers.
- Implement facility department routines and procedures by applying predictive, preventive, and reactive maintenance.
- Work efficiently and simply to maximize department efficiency.
- Ensure a safe work environment by following OSHA, local safety regulations, and IKEA risk manual guidelines.
- Manage all maintenance activities related to electrical, mechanical, civil work, cladding, signage, lighting systems, and other maintenance work.
- Survey MEP systems and equipment, validating all system statuses and readings with original operation and maintenance manuals.
- Foster a service-oriented approach with all departments.
- Contribute to an environment where the IKEA Culture is a strong and living reality, embracing diversity of co-workers and customers.
- Follow and adhere to HSE policies and standards at all times.
- Manage in-house activities while overseeing external supervisors and facility management technicians.
- Manage external contractors, evaluate their work, and certify invoices for payment.
- Prepare various technical reports and progress review reports.
- Support in developing and reviewing HSM SOPs.
- Secure materials for both MEP ordinary maintenance and tasks as well as civil and fixing construction comments.
- Support and assist in evacuation drills and safety matters.
Required Skills To Be Successful
- Proficiency in using computers and Microsoft Office.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Good leadership skills, including active listening and creative problem-solving.
- Knowledge of sustainability needs and development.
What Qualifies You For The Role
- Diploma in technical industrial education (electrical or mechanical).
- Minimum of 4 years of experience in maintenance and facilities management.
- Familiarity with chilled water systems and energy transfer stations.
- Proficiency in HVAC, firefighting, plumbing, ventilation, electrical systems, and building management systems.
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- We not only consider the requisite compatibility of skills and behaviours, but also how candidates align with our Values of Respect, Integrity, Collaboration, and Excellence.
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