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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 Arab 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 organization 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

We are seeking a Technical Training Manager - Automotive to join our team at Al-Futtaim Automotive Talent Centre in Dubai. This role is pivotal in developing competent and productive associates through assessments, on-the-job development activities, and engaging training programs aligned with our brand standards.

What You Will Do

• Conduct training needs analysis, design, development, planning, and implementation of technical training programs using a blended learning approach
• Develop digital materials, record videos, deliver face-to-face training, and provide on-site support and coaching
• Continuously refine the curriculum for technicians and develop new learning methods to support growth
• Deliver engaging technical training in various formats, including video presentations and face-to-face sessions
• Conduct self-assessments of training programs to promote continuous improvement
• Support the coordination and monitoring of distributor training to ensure compliance with brand standards
• Identify and monitor business KPIs that can be improved with focused training

Required Skills to Be Successful

• Extensive experience in technical training and the automotive industry
• Strong communication and consultation skills
• Minimum of 5 years in a technical training or coaching role and 10 years of automotive industry experience
• High-level qualification in a technical area applicable to the automotive discipline and adult learning or training and assessment certification

About the Team

You will be part of a dedicated team of trainers at the Al-Futtaim Automotive Talent Centre, working collaboratively to develop and deliver high-quality training programs. Our team is committed to creating positive, energetic, and productive learning environments for all associates.

What Equips You for the Role

• Excellent negotiation skills and the ability to manage senior management expectations
• A proactive approach to continuous improvement and the ability to adapt to new technologies and methods
• High proficiency in both written and spoken English (additional languages are advantageous)
• Proficiency with digital learning platforms and video editing software
• Ability to train, coach, and build relationships effectively
• Strong customer service skills and the ability to manage schedules in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs and video authoring/editing softwar

About Al-Futtaim Automotive

A major division of the UAE-based Al-Futtaim Group of companies, Al-Futtaim Automotive is an industry leader with presence in 10 countries across the Middle East, Asia and Africa.

Our core business activities at Al-Futtaim Automotive include distribution, manufacturing, leasing and aftersales, and we are firmly established as the regional representative of some of the world's most iconic automotive brands: Toyota, Lexus, Honda, Jeep, Chrysler, Dodge, Volvo and RAM.

We are driven by a customer-centric approach, constantly pushing the boundaries on innovation, quality standards, and value-added service across our vast universe of customers - right from motoring enthusiasts to fleet operators to contractors. Our mission is to become the leader in custom-made mobility solutions by delivering nothing less than world-class omni-channel experiences.

We channel our local expertise and global trust to deliver one of the most comprehensive portfolios of mobility products and solutions, from passenger cars to SUVs, electric vehicles to high-performance motorbikes, commercial vehicles to industrial & construction equipment.

What keeps the company moving forward is a 9000-member strong team, with inspiring possibilities for growth, throughout the career path. This is Al-Futtaim Automotive and we empower talent to move forward.

The Facilities Maintenance & Contractor Safety Specialist is responsible for ensuring the safe and efficient operation of facility maintenance activities while enforcing contractor safety compliance in accordance with organizational policies, regulatory standards, and best practices. This role involves overseeing maintenance operations, conducting safety inspections, managing contractor compliance, and coordinating preventive maintenance programs to minimize risks and maintain a safe working environment.

Minimum Knowledge, Skills & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Facilities Management, Occupational Health & Safety, Engineering, or a related field.
  Professional certifications (e.g., Certified Facilities Management (CFM), Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Certified- -Industrial Hygienist (CIH), NEBOSH IGC, CHST, PMP, or similar) are preferred.
• Understanding of the academic research environment and culture.
• Strong knowledge of preventive maintenance programs, safety audits, and emergency response planning.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in an environmental, health, and safety role.
• Proven experience in conducting risk assessments, audits, and compliance reporting.
• In-depth knowledge of environmental and safety regulations such as OSHA, EPA, IOSH, NFPA, CDC, FEMA, DOT, and Qatar Environmental law.
• Excellent communication (oral and written) and training abilities.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Proficiency with relevant computer software and ISO management systems (ISO 14001, 45001, 9001).
• Proficiency in MS Office applications, Power Bi and HSE management applications.

The Facilities Maintenance & Contractor Safety Specialist is responsible for ensuring the safe and efficient operation of facility maintenance activities while enforcing contractor safety compliance in accordance with organizational policies, regulatory standards, and best practices. This role involves overseeing maintenance operations, conducting safety inspections, managing contractor compliance, and coordinating preventive maintenance programs to minimize risks and maintain a safe working environment.

Minimum Knowledge, Skills & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Facilities Management, Occupational Health & Safety, Engineering, or a related field.
• Professional certifications (e.g., Certified Facilities Management (CFM), Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Certified --Industrial Hygienist (CIH), NEBOSH IGC, CHST, PMP, or similar) are preferred.
• Understanding of the academic research environment and culture.
• Strong knowledge of preventive maintenance programs, safety audits, and emergency response planning.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in an environmental, health, and safety role.
• Proven experience in conducting risk assessments, audits, and compliance reporting.
• In-depth knowledge of environmental and safety regulations such as OSHA, EPA, IOSH, NFPA, CDC, FEMA, DOT, and Qatar Environmental law.
• Excellent communication (oral and written) and training abilities.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Proficiency with relevant computer software and ISO management systems (ISO 14001, 45001, 9001).
• Proficiency in MS Office applications, Power Bi and HSE management applications.

Job Purpose

Along with the Facility Manager, the Maintenance Supervisor is responsible for overseeing the physical assets, general maintenance repairs, apartment upliftment, preventive maintenance and or rehabilitation projects. Responsible for maintaining adequate inventory of supplies for repairs and monthly maintenance budget monitoring. Under direction of the Facility Manager, supervises on-site maintenance staff, which may include Grounds-keeper(s), Housekeeper(s), PPM and Maintenance Technician(s) and AMCs.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Under direction of the Facility Manager, supervise and schedule maintenance activities for portfolio units and maintenance staff.
• Work with the Property Management (i.e. Apartments and Villas, move in and out reports, etc.).
• Determine weekly apartment make-ready and Service Request schedules.  Report apartments that are ready to show to the Facility Manager.
• Complete daily/weekly maintenance employee schedules and assignments in tandem with Facility Manager.
• Communicate assignments and major tasks to employees.
• Periodically check the work progress of each staff in the maintenance team. Provide assistance and instruction as needed.
• Provide input to Facility Manager regarding employee performance evaluations, employee compliments from residents, corrective counseling needs, etc.
• Assist the Facility Manager in recruiting and interviewing potential Maintenance and Facility Maintenance department members.
• Coordinate, schedule and respond to resident/management Service Request for occupied units.
• Use Service Request and schedules to establish priorities. Determine with Facility Manager, requests or emergencies that should be top priority.
• Assign Service Requests equally to Service Technician(s). Monitor the completion of Service Requests in order to limit callbacks.
• Repair/replace appliances, plumbing systems, air conditioning/heating/electrical systems and any unit material/maintenance requests within scope of management responsibility and Landlords Material Threshold.
• Monitor the number of times a specific repair was repeated. Determine course of action.
• Coordinate, schedule and prepare vacant apartments for move-in, via coordination with the Property Management department.
• Work all vacancies to determine make-ready needs. Coordinate effort with Facility Manager to make schedule and assignments. If major appliances or assets need replacing, discuss with Facility Manager before taking action.
• Ensure all repairs/replacements necessary for the apartment to be occupied are completed.
• Ensure all wastes from apartments are cleaned out before, during and after make-ready activity.
• Coordinate and schedule appropriate safety and skills training for maintenance employees.
• Assess training needs of employees and along with Facility Manager, and Health/Safety Coordinator, provide input for training programs.
• Provide one-on-one training to employees that may need to improve current skills or wish to learn new skills.
• Prepare, train and encourage all levels of maintenance staff for the opportunity to be promoted.
• Provide initial Tool Box safety and safety equipment training for all new employees.
• Identify and correct hazardous Working conditions.
• Tour of selected properties daily to look for needed maintenance and liability hazards and report to the Facility Manager. Repair hazards or assign completion of these tasks to the Maintenance Technicians. Also secure storage/pool areas, check timers and listen for electrical shorts and malfunctioning motors.
• Periodically complete written property safety audits.
• Coordinate, schedule, and perform preventive maintenance on equipment.
• Manage maintenance budget within approved parameters.
• Work with Facility Manager and use input from maintenance staff, determine supplies, equipment and tools. Must get approval from Facility Manager prior to placing orders for major expenditures and unbudgeted items.
• Provide input to Facility Manager in determining needs for next fiscal year budget. (CAPEX and OPEX)
• Attendance of Technicians is an essential job function, issuance of job orders and work permits. May be requested to assist in other areas of the Operation including office support, etc. depending on needs.
• Assist with hazardous weather problems, fires, floods, etc. Responsible for overall organization and cleanliness of work areas and maintenance workshops.
• Any other duties / responsibilities as assigned time to time based on business requirements by Management.

Skills

• Ability to perform upliftment of all facets of the property / building.
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair HVAC equipment, plumbing systems, electrical systems, all major appliances, pool and spa equipment and other systems within the operation (gates, phone jacks, irrigation systems, etc.).
• Reading and writing English skills at intermediate level
• Ability to deal with moderate to high levels of stress due to meeting and reporting deadlines, reprioritizing activities and supervising employees.
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Manual dexterity sufficient to operate small-motorized equipment (such as forklift) an advantage.
• Ability to complete tasks wearing appropriate safety equipment (i.e., back belts, goggles, masks, gloves, etc.)
• Ability to perform physical active tasks (to be exposed to constant activity that requires intermittent standing, bending, crouching, pushing/pulling, lifting/moving/carrying (light to heavy weight material/appliances/equipment), climbing ladders/stairs, and walking on rooftops)

Specialized Training/ Knowledge Required

• Freon Recovery Certification Type I and II, or Universal will be an advantage.
• Certifications in Electrical, Plumbing, HVAC (advanced), Carpentry license, use of fire extinguisher and first aid preferred.
• Certifications/permits required by Qatar or Home Country to perform job responsibilities will be an advantage.
• Training in compressor diagnosis, appliance repair, etc. recommended.

Education & Qualifications

• Trade Diploma (MEP Engineering preferably) or equivalent required; University, college or trade school preferred.

Experience

• Minimum of 8 years' general maintenance experience and at least 2-year multi-skilled, commercial/ residential /civil Service Request experience.
• Previous supervisory experience is required.
• Multilingual. ntermediate computer skills and report compilation required

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: QAR8, QAR10,000.00 per month

Application Question(s):

• Do you have minimum of 8 years general maintenance experience and at least 2-year multi-skilled commercial / residential / civil service request experience?

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Job Details

• Job Title: Facilities Maintenance & Contractor Safety Specialist
• Reports to: Research Safety Manager
• Job Family: HR will complete
• Job Function: HR will complete

Responsible for ensuring the safe and efficient operation of facility maintenance activities.

Enforce contractor safety compliance in accordance with organizational policies, regulatory standards, and best practices.

Oversee maintenance operations, conduct safety inspections, manage contractor compliance, and coordinate preventive maintenance programs.

Minimize risks and maintain a safe working environment.

• Accountability for annual operating budget / project budget / sales revenue: Contributory
• Magnitude of financial accountability: n / a
• staff supervised: 0
• direct reports: 0
• contractors / others: 0

Facilities Maintenance Management

• Coordinate facility inspections and audits.
• Ensure compliance with local building codes, safety regulations, and best practices.
• Ensure energy efficiency and sustainability initiatives are integrated into facility maintenance operations.

Contractor Safety Management

• Develop and enforce contractor safety policies and procedures.
• Conduct pre-qualification assessments of contractors.
• Review and approve contractor work permits, method statements, and risk assessments.
• Ensure hazard identification and risk mitigation measures are in place.
• Conduct safety orientations and toolbox talks.
• Monitor contractor activities to ensure adherence to safety protocols and PPE usage.
• Maintain accurate records of issued PTWs.
• Suspend PTWs promptly when necessary.

Safety Inspections & Compliance

• Perform site safety inspections and facility audits.
• Investigate incidents, near misses, and accidents.
• Enforce compliance with fire safety standards, emergency protocols, and hazardous material handling.
• Maintain and update Safety Data Sheets (SDS).
• Liaise with regulatory bodies and external auditors.

Training & Awareness

• Develop and deliver safety training programs.
• Promote a culture of safety awareness.
• Ensure knowledge of LOTO, confined space entry, electrical safety, and emergency response plans.

Emergency Preparedness & Response

• Ensure proper functioning of fire suppression systems, alarms, emergency exits, and first-aid kits.
• Develop and oversee emergency response plans.
• Act as liaison between facility management, emergency responders, and regulatory authorities.

Inspections and Audits

• Perform safety inspections, fire risk assessment, and other audits.
• Conduct thorough inspections of facilities, equipment, and work practices.
• Use checklists and tools for evaluations.
• Identify non-compliance issues and correct them.
• Prepare detailed inspection reports.
• Assist with external audits and regulatory inspections.

Day-to-day Routine Activities

• Assist the line manager in implementing HSE strategies and monitoring.
• Ensure subcontractors conduct activities in accordance with HSE procedures.
• Perform additional duties and tasks as assigned.

Documentation and Record-Keeping

• Maintain accurate records of maintenance logs, inspections, risk assessments, and incident reports.
• Prepare and present safety performance reports.
• Monitor and track contractor compliance metrics.

Work is typically performed in office and field settings.

Travel to university buildings or regulatory agencies may be required.

Availability to respond to emergencies outside of working hours is essential.

Extreme working conditions at times.

Exposure to hazardous animals, toxic plants, chemicals, or substances.

Safety gear / PPE required at times.

Physical inspections may involve standing, walking, bending, climbing, and lifting.

Work in confined spaces, heights, and varying temperatures.

• Supervisor (line manager)
• Report on compliance status, risk assessments, and incidents.
• Provide updates on sustainability initiatives.
• Present audit and inspection findings.
• Report daily activities requiring approval / advice.

HSE Team

• Coordinate risk assessments, audits, and training sessions.
• Share best practices and regulatory updates.
• Collaborate on emergency response planning and drills.

Facilities Management Personnel / Contractors

• Ensure integration of safety measures in daily operations.
• Address environmental hazards and compliance issues.
• Coordinate inspections and maintenance activities.

Regulatory Agencies / Community & Public Stakeholders

• Submit required HSE compliance reports.
• Respond to inquiries and inspections.
• Collaborate during third-party inspections and evaluations.
• Implement external audit recommendations.
• Participate in industry forums, conferences, and networks.

• Bachelors degree in Facilities Management, Occupational Health & Safety, Engineering, or related field.
• Professional certifications preferred : CFM, CSP, CIH, NEBOSH IGC, CHST, PMP, or similar.
• Understanding of academic research environment and culture.
• Strong knowledge of preventive maintenance, safety audits, and emergency response.
• Minimum 35 years of experience in EHS role.
• Proven experience in risk assessments, audits, and compliance reporting.
• In-depth knowledge of OSHA, EPA, IOSH, NFPA, CDC, FEMA, DOT, and Qatar Environmental law.
• Excellent communication and training abilities.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Proficiency with ISO management systems (ISO 14001, 45001, 9001).
• Proficiency in MS Office, Power Bi, and HSE applications.

FACILITIES DEPUTY MAINTENANCE MANAGER

Qualifications

• 10 years Manager in airports/mall /hotels/hospitals/buildings
• Bachelor's Degree

Salary: QR package

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: QAR18, QAR21,000.00 per month

Application Question(s):

• did you apply with any FMM company hiring before?

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Manager handling FM contracts: 10 years (Required)