General Technician - Entertainment | Real Estate | Asset Management

Job Requisition ID: 174366 

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:

The role is required to contribute to the provision of a quality entertainment experience in a professional and efficient manner which will reflect the company’s reputation in the shopping centre industry.  Serve as a member of the Operations and Maintenance team for Imagine.

Technical roles within the Entertainment team may be interchangeable if required.    

Imagine is the Entertainment brand of Al Futtaim Group Real Estate incorporating all elements of entertainment provision and delivery throughout the groups real estate including the award-winning multimedia Imagine shows.

Entertainment assets cover a broad spectrum of theatrical and entertainment equipment including mechanical /electrical, audio, lighting and lasers, AV, staging, fountain and water assets and all associated infrastructure 

The role will involve carrying out planned and corrective maintenance for Imagine assets.

The department is proactive and aims to be as self-sufficient as possible in undertaking special events, development projects and modifying and improving assets. This role therefore involves building in house equipment and equipment modifications as part of this strategy. 

Whilst technicians may have specific skills and experience in one particular area they will be expected to work across all elements as required

What you will do:

Repairs and Maintenance

• Assist Leader repairs and maintenance of plant and equipment

• Carry out corrective maintenance as required

• Assist Leader to Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) tasks as assigned . • Minimum breakdowns and smooth operation of shows

Equipment:

• Assist to Build in house turnkey equipment

• Assist Leader for carrying out equipment modifications • Successful In house projects and works

Safety:

• Ensure Safety compliance in all works ,checks and records in line with industry standards and good practice ,full observance of all site specific health and safety requirements and procedures • Full health and safety compliance and minimum accidents

Administrative:

• Maintain Technical documentation and checklists • Job cards and checklists completed. Technical documents updated

Required Skills To Be Successful:

Minimum Experience:

• 2 years extensive Repair & Maintenance or Event operation experience preferably in an appropriate fast paced environment.

Job-Specific Skills:

• Able to work at height (up to 15 meters)

Behavioural Competencies :

• Honest and trustworthy.

• Be flexible and efficient.

• Proactive, punctual and reliable.

• Organised and unflappable

What Qualifies You For The Role:

Minimum Qualifications and Knowledge:

• Trade School Diploma, Mechanical, Electrical or Welding

• Base in written and spoken English

• Reasonable computer skills - MS Office

About Al-Futtaim Malls 
Al-Futtaim Malls provides development and asset management expertise, specializing in building retail-led super regional malls in prime locations across MENA and beyond. With a proven track record of creating both sustainable revenue growth and value enhancement for tenants, Al-Futtaim Malls delivers exceptional experiences and exciting shopping environments for customers. 

Part of the Al-Futtaim Group, Al-Futtaim Malls leadership team brings more than 30 years of experience and a deep understanding and knowledge of the retail sector, both from a shopper’s point of view but as curators of space or landlords to other brands. The company has a directly managed portfolio including over 9 million sqft of retail space across four malls in the MENA region and two under development. Malls under the Al-Futtaim Malls portfolio include Dubai Festival City Mall and Festival Plaza in the UAE, Cairo Festival City Mall in Egypt, Doha Festival City in Qatar and Zenata Mall, Morocco.

Leveraging on the expertise of its parent company, Al-Futtaim Malls established PLEX Management Services offering a full array of services including asset management and development, leasing, and brand experience expertise to shopping mall landlords and retail organizations globally. Implementing global best practice and deploying Al-Futtaim Mall’s deep understanding of mall management and retail dynamics, PLEX promises to deliver continuous growth and long-term value for its partners.

For more information on Al-Futtaim Malls, please visit https://www.al-futtaimmalls.com/