Position Summary

The Lead Technician shall be responsible for leading and supervising daily maintenance activities related to Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) systems within the facility. The role requires strong hands-on technical expertise, troubleshooting capability, team leadership skills, and the ability to ensure all Planned Preventive Maintenance (PPM) and Corrective Maintenance (CM) activities are completed safely, efficiently,

Key Responsibilities

1. MEP Maintenance Operations

Perform and supervise maintenance activities for all MEP systems.

Execute preventive, corrective, and emergency maintenance works.

Ensure all maintenance activities are completed according to approved schedules.

Attend and resolve equipment breakdowns within agreed response times.

Ensure proper operation of all critical building systems.

2. Technical Troubleshooting

Diagnose faults and perform troubleshooting on MEP equipment.

Identify root causes of recurring issues and recommend corrective actions.

Support technicians in resolving complex technical problems.

Ensure minimal downtime of critical assets and equipment.

3. Systems Knowledge

The Lead Technician should possess strong practical knowledge of:

Mechanical Systems

Chillers

VRF/VRV Systems

AHUs and FCUs

Ventilation Systems

Pumps and Water Systems

Domestic Water Systems

Drainage Systems

Electrical Systems

MDB, SMDB & DB Panels

MCC Panels

Lighting & Power Systems

Generators

ATS Systems

UPS Systems

Electrical Troubleshooting

Plumbing & Fire Systems

Water Supply Networks

Drainage Systems

Water Pumps

Fire Pumps

Fire Fighting Systems

Fire Alarm Systems

ELV & BMS Systems

CCTV Systems

Access Control Systems

BMS Monitoring

Structured Cabling

Public Address Systems

4. Team Leadership

Lead and supervise technicians and assistants.

Allocate daily tasks and monitor work progress.

Ensure quality workmanship and adherence to maintenance procedures.

Provide on-the-job training and technical guidance.

Monitor productivity and work performance of maintenance staff.

5. PPM & Work Order Management

Ensure 100% completion of assigned PPM schedules.

Update maintenance records and work order status.

Coordinate with FM Engineer regarding pending activities.

Verify closure of maintenance tasks in CAFM systems.

Assist in preparing maintenance reports.

Qualifications

Diploma or Technical Certification in Mechanical, Electrical, Electromechanical, or related field.

Minimum 5-8 years of experience in Facilities Management or MEP Maintenance.

GCC/KSA maintenance experience preferred.

Valid driving license is an advantage.

Required Skills

Technical Skills

Strong troubleshooting and fault-finding skills.

Hands-on experience with HVAC, Electrical, Plumbing, Fire Fighting, and ELV systems.

Ability to read drawings, schematics, and technical manuals.

Knowledge of maintenance best practices and safety standards.

Soft Skills

Leadership and team management.

Good communication in English (Arabic is an advantage).

Ability to handle client concerns professionally.

Time management and problem-solving skills.

Ability to work under pressure and during emergencies.