Technician - Civil

Job Description

Preventive Maintenance

• Conduct routine inspections of building fabric, architectural finishes, and common areas.
• Identify and rectify minor defects before they develop into major issues.
• Carry out scheduled maintenance of walls, ceilings, floors, doors, windows, and other civil assets.
• Inspect waterproofing systems and report any signs of leakage or deterioration.

Corrective Maintenance

• Repair cracks, damaged plaster, masonry, concrete surfaces, and floor finishes.
• Carry out replacement and repair of ceramic tiles, marble, granite, and paving blocks.
• Perform painting and touch-up works for internal and external surfaces.
• Repair gypsum ceilings, partitions, false ceilings, and decorative finishes.
• Attend breakdown maintenance requests and rectify defects within contractual response times.

Carpentry & Joinery Works

• Repair and maintain wooden doors, cabinets, wardrobes, shelves, and furniture.
• Adjust and replace door closers, hinges, handles, locks, and related accessories.
• Carry out minor carpentry fabrication and installation works.
• Maintain wooden finishes and carry out repairs as required.

Building Fabric Maintenance

• Maintain walls, ceilings, floors, roofs, staircases, and external building elements.
• Carry out silicone sealing, grouting, caulking, and expansion joint repairs.
• Perform waterproofing repairs and leakage rectification works.
• Assist in façade and external building maintenance activities when required.

Renovation & Refurbishment Works

• Support minor renovation projects and office modifications.
• Install partitions, gypsum boards, floor finishes, and related civil components.
• Assist in space planning modifications and tenant fit-out works.
• Carry out snag rectification and handover-related works.

Health, Safety & Compliance

• Follow company HSE policies and permit-to-work requirements.
• Use appropriate PPE during maintenance activities.
• Maintain good housekeeping practices in work areas.
• Report unsafe conditions, defects, and potential hazards immediately.
• Ensure all works comply with client requirements and applicable standards.

Documentation & Reporting

• Complete work orders and maintenance records accurately.
• Record materials and consumables used for maintenance activities.
• Report recurring defects and recommend corrective actions.
• Assist supervisors in preparing maintenance and inspection reports.

Qualifications

• ITI/Trade Certificate in Civil, Masonry, Carpentry, Building Maintenance, or equivalent.
• Additional vocational certifications in building maintenance will be an advantage.

Experience

• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in Facilities Management, property maintenance, or building maintenance.
• Experience in residential towers, commercial buildings, government facilities, hospitals, hotels, or mixed-use developments is preferred.

Technical Skills

• Knowledge of masonry, plastering, painting, tiling, carpentry, and gypsum works.
• Experience in waterproofing and leakage rectification.
• Ability to use hand tools and power tools safely.
• Understanding of building drawings and maintenance procedures.
• Knowledge of material selection and repair techniques for building finishes.

Competencies

• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Customer-oriented approach with attention to quality.
• Ability to prioritize multiple maintenance tasks and meet response-time requirements.

Working Conditions

• Indoor and outdoor maintenance activities.
• Work at heights using ladders, scaffolding, or access equipment as required.
• Emergency call-outs and shift duties may be required depending on contract requirements.
• Physical ability to perform manual maintenance activities.

Preferred Experience

• Experience in UAE/GCC Facilities Management contracts.
• Familiarity with KPI/SLA-driven maintenance environments.
• Experience using CAFM systems and mobile work-order applications.
• Knowledge of snag rectification, preventive maintenance programs, and client inspection requirements.