Senior Lift Technician – Abu Dhabi Portfolio
Role Summary:
Execute high-precision maintenance, diagnostics, and repair work across all lifts in the Abu Dhabi property portfolio. Serve as the on-ground technical authority, ensuring reliability, safety, and zero-downtime performance. This role demands accuracy, accountability, and strong field execution.
Key Responsibilities:
Technical Maintenance & Repairs:
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Perform preventive, corrective, and predictive maintenance on hydraulic and traction elevators.
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Diagnose faults in control panels, drives, door operators, and safety circuits with high accuracy.
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Execute component replacements (valves, coils, sensors, ropes, drives) without shortcuts or delays.
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Ensure all repairs meet manufacturer standards (Schindler, OTIS, KONE, Mitsubishi, etc.).
Field Troubleshooting:
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Respond to breakdowns, entrapments, and emergency calls with speed and structured problem-solving.
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Conduct root-cause analysis and implement permanent fixes—not temporary patches.
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Escalate high-risk issues early and provide clear technical justification.
Compliance & Documentation:
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Work in full alignment with Abu Dhabi Civil Defense, ADMCC, and local safety requirements.
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Prepare lift units for inspections and audits with zero compliance gaps.
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Maintain detailed service reports, diagnostics logs, and parts usage records.
Quality Control:
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Inspect and verify contractor work to ensure proper installation, calibration, and fault elimination.
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Validate materials used and reject any substandard components.
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Protect building interiors and finishes during technical work—zero tolerance for damage.
Asset Reliability:
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Monitor and improve uptime, MTTR, and breakdown frequency.
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Flag recurring issues and recommend modernization or component upgrades when required.
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Identify risks proactively before they escalate into operational failures.
Stakeholder Interface:
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Coordinate with property managers, security teams, and maintenance teams on-site.
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Provide clear status updates, fault reports, and repair timelines.
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Support other technicians with guidance and technical direction when needed.
Qualifications & Experience:
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Diploma in Mechanical, Electrical, Electromechanical, or related field.
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5–8+ years hands-on lift technician experience (UAE experience strongly preferred).
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Strong background in both hydraulic and traction systems.
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Ability to interpret wiring diagrams, load test reports, and control logic.
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Familiarity with Abu Dhabi regulatory bodies and inspection processes.
Core Competencies:
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High technical accuracy and fault-isolation capability.
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Strong discipline, safety mindset, and zero-error execution.
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Ability to manage pressure situations and make fast, correct decisions.
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Strong communication and reporting clarity.
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Ownership mentality—no dependencies, no excuses.
Work Conditions:
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Field-based across Abu Dhabi properties.
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On-call for emergency breakdowns.
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Physical work involving mechanical, electrical, and height-related tasks.