Senior Lead Service Technician – Dubai UAE

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As a global leader in its field, VIKING Life-Saving Equipment A/S has a clear mission: to protect and save lives all over the world. This relies on continuous innovation, manufacturing, sales, service and training in safety equipment, which is made possible by the great people we bring together.

Where do you come in?

We are looking for highly qualified Senior Lead Service Technician, to be located in Dubai, UAE.

Can you join our team in a Lead role as we develop game-changing safety solutions for the world’s largest cruise and ferry owners, leading commercial shipping giants, major offshore energy operators, navies and a wealth of other maritime organizations worldwide.

Role Summary

The Senior Lead Service Technician is responsible for overseeing comprehensive inspections, advanced maintenance and the more advanced tasks of Marine Fire Service (MFS) equipment. This role will primarily focus on project planning, execution and leadership.

Primary Tasks

• Monitor company safety and quality protocols, ensuing compliance of the site with local & global QHSE requirements & policies
• Set objectives and achieve day to day goals whilst delivering results
• Conduct training sessions for more junior technicians, achieving and maintining high level competencies
• Preparation of service paperwork for certification,
• Work with checklists and manuals to ensure proper maintenance and inspection procedures are being adhered to
• Conduct more complex 5 & 10 year Co2 LP inspections
• Minitor Service Technicians accurate inspection and provision of certification on completion of service.
• Correct record keeping and use of spare parts and consumables
• Responsible for reporting any complaints or non conformities immediately, and to secure immediate corrective action

The above task list is not echaustive but provides an overview of expectations of the role.

Responsibilities

• Oversee project planning and execution of MFS tasks, including dry docking projects, rigs and other advanced assignments
• Maintain close working relationships with planners re scheduling of service
• Serve as primary contact for vessel superintendents, officers and crew during inspections and maintenance service
• Conduct and participate in risk assessment processes and improvement planning
• Tool calibration at appropriate intervals
• Verification of maintenance procedures to OEM and industry standards
• Accurate service documentation completion and submission

The above responsibilities are not echaustive but provides an overview of expectations of the role

Experience & Qualifications

• Recommended CEFR Level – B2
• Advanced Mechanical and / or electrical skills
• Strong knowledge of the maritime sector and its operational requirements.
• Proficiency in English, with excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Minimum 6 – 8 years demonstrable experience working with the following equipment types:
• Portable Fire Extinguisjers (Powder, CO2, Foam and Water)
• Fixed installation CO2, Powder, Forn and water based fire systems)
• Self contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) and Emergency Escape Breathing Devices (EEBD)
• Hydraulic pressure testing for CO2, AIR, N2 Cylinders
• Water hydrants, including applicable hoses, couplings and branch pipes
• Portable gas detection detection equipment

Working Environment

The Senior Lead Service Technician will be working both in a warehouse/service facility and on board vessels and will require the physical ability to conduct manual labour over extended periods whilst maneuvering around obstacles on vessels (such as steep stairs, low overhead clearances). The routine travel by the Senior Lead Technician will be by vehicle therefore, a driving licence is preferred.

VIKING Offers

We offer an attractive position where you will have the opportunity to develop in cooperation with colleagues who value job satisfaction and a great work environment.

Our 3,700 dedicated colleagues are key to VIKINGs success, and with 87% employee satisfaction, VIKING remains a workplace where people thrive while making a real difference in global safety.

Your VIKING journey begins here

Please submit your letter of motivation and CV in English using the “send application” button located at this page. Applications will be handled confidentially and in adherence with all data protection regulations.

We do not save or respond to applications received by email, post, SoMe or by personal inquiry.

If the position interests you, please apply as soon as possible, as interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis

Should you have any questions about the position or the company, please contact HR/PRO Coordinator Anma Alblooshi AAAL@viking-life.com. Please note that Amna is located in Dubai therefore responses will be aligned with this timezone

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