Technician | Al Futtaim Automotive | FAMCO

Job Requisition ID: 164347 

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:
As a Technician, your primary responsibility is to ensure the technical integrity and functionality of buses by conducting mechanical and electrical repairs, troubleshooting, and diagnosing faults. Your goal is to address issues promptly and effectively.

What you will do:

• Conduct mechanical and electrical repairs, troubleshooting, and diagnosing on material handling equipment.
• Recommend effective solutions for identified faults, aiming to resolve issues correctly on the first attempt.
• Proactively identify potential problem causes while attending jobs, whether in the workshop or the field.
• Utilize tools and adhere to best practices outlined in service manuals to enhance productivity and efficiency.
• Read, comprehend, and implement instructions from workshop manuals, utilizing service checklists where applicable and available.

Required skills to be successful:

• Proficient communication skills in English, with fluency in Arabic being advantageous.
• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting abilities.
• Proficiency in utilizing tools and following best practices outlined in service manuals.
• Ability to read, understand, and implement instructions from workshop manuals.
• Exceptional attention to detail and problem-solving skills.

About the team:Our team consists of dedicated technicians committed to maintaining the highest standards of technical excellence in servicing material handling equipment. We foster a collaborative environment where team members support each other in achieving our common goal of ensuring the reliability and safety of our equipment.

What equips you for the role:

• 2 to 3 years of experience in servicing material handling equipment.
• Possession of a UAE driving license is advantageous.
• Basic or technical education, coupled with an apprenticeship, is preferred.
• Trade certificate or diploma in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
• Demonstrated technical expertise in independently servicing, repairing, and overhauling components of material handling equipment.

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.