Team Leader-FM-MEP Plumbing

Team Leader-MEP (Plumbing)

Impact a better future

We are a multinational organization with a global team of 50,000 colleagues. In the Middle East we operate in the Transport, Defence & Advisory sectors, delivering services in Asset Management, Customer Experience, Fire & Rescue and Air Navigation Services. We are innovators, committed to redesigning and improving public services to fulfil our purpose to impact a better future by "Bringing National Visions to Life". 

Your Opportunity

We are looking for a Team Leader to be responsible for the efficient and effective maintenance of all assets and all personnel in a designated area and ensure high operating reliability and safety during a designated shift. To continuously explore ways to deliver efficient and effective maintenance service by following the defined maintenance plans, practices and ways of working to ensure maintenance objectives are met.

The role will be based in Dubai Airports.

Key accountabilities

• Ability to conform to all general and technical safety requirements at all times to ensure the health, safety & welfare of self and others at work.


• Any other work as assigned by the line manager to achieve the purpose.


• Can read interpret and describe the functionality of drawings (circuit and wiring diagrams/schematic and layout drawings) irrespective of systems.


• Can correctly setup and use Mechanical/Plumbing test equipment and interpret the test results


• Knowledge in the use & interpretation of Local and International Mechanical/Plumbing Standards and Regulations.


• Ability to guide Technicians and Assistant Technicians during critical operational failures by providing the most feasible and effective technical solutions.


• Ability to take prompt and appropriate decisions during emergency situations while ensuring safety and operational continuity


• Very good technical knowledge and competency in plumbing and pumping systems with strong hands-on experience.


• Hands-on experience in troubleshooting and maintenance of high-pressure piping systems above 6-inch size.


• Ability to prepare various types of reports and CMMS work order management


• Ability to adopt a logical or methodical approach to troubleshooting & fault finding


• Acts a role model and leads the team by example with consistent attention to detail and quality by demonstrating a "get it right first time every time " attitude to the job


• Successfully plans every aspect of the shift activities ahead (work allocation, materials, safety, mobilization, etc), extracting maximum productivity from the team


• Seeks continuous improvement consistently


• Follows applicable business process in full, uses the work management applications as envisaged


• Fully conversant to SOP for the job, refers when required


• Good articulation ability demonstrated in tool box talk and job briefing


• Ensures shift reporting, handovers, records, log books comply with operational procedures


• Provides specialist advice and technical support in relation to fault-finding and repair of plant, systems and equipment


• MEP systems and assets in Facilities• Civil assets in buildings/building envelopes/Furniture’s• Utilities assets/systems/networks• Airfield/Roads/Pavement related assets and systems• Airfield Lighting/Outdoor lighting related assets and systems


• Experience (Hands-on)For listed Assets, in the capacity as a lead person: Periodic Preventive Maintenance, Breakdown Trouble Shooting, Inspections, Condition Assessment, Condition Based Maintenance, Corrective Maintenance, Risk Assessments, Permit to works

Specific requirements

• Industrial Training Institute Certificate or Diploma (3 year duration) in Plumbing Maintenance or equivalent (post high school).


• 4 years’ minimum experience in Facility Maintenance environment or similar.


• IOSH Working Safely Certificate or equivalent.


• Current valid UAE driving license is essential.

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At Serco, we believe there is a place here for everyone. A place where you can bring your authentic self to work every day. Our workplace culture is one that embraces diversity and fosters equity, respect, and belonging for every individual. We are committed to equal employment opportunities and creating an inclusive environment that proudly celebrates the perspectives and backgrounds that each of our employees bring to work every day. 

Join Serco and be part of a values-driven organization that invests in the development and well-being of its employees and offers a rewarding and fulfilling career. 

Serco is committed to Equal Employment Opportunities and is committed to ensuring the safety of all of its employees through its Zero Harm initiative. Please visit www.serco.com/careers for more information.