Carpenter - Assistant Technician
Company
Serco Plc
Location
Dubai
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
17 hours ago
Via
Serco Careers - Serco Group
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Job Description
Assistant Tech FM Civil & Furniture Carpenter
Impact a better future
We are a multinational organisation 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 Assistant Technician FM Civil and Furniture/ Carpenter to carryout necessary preventative, corrective and breakdown maintenance on various types of locks, keys and related accessories individually or as part of a technical team, within the designated area, whilst ensuring minimal disruption to the operations. You should be able to carry out all technical and safety instructions from staff, to conform to policy and procedures.
Key accountabilities
• Can read interpret and describe the functionality of layout drawings and floor plans.
• Knowledge in the use & interpretation in major assets; Gypsum walls, Special purpose and decorative furniture, Various types of office furniture, Doors and windows, Wall panels, Ceiling works
• Ensure security and integrity of all data provided including reporting performance, finance and customer information, reference Serco non-disclosure policy.
• To exercise personal duty of care for their own health, safety and welfare and for those affected by their acts or omissions, Promoting a Zero Harm culture
• Report any accidents, incidents, breaches or potential breaches to appropriate management or the speak up process.
Specific requirements
• Holding high school Certificate or ITI
• Minimum three year experience within the civil and furniture environment
• Airport experience is considered as added advantage
• Good English spoken and written
• Ability to perform safely and correctly the following on security equipment and systems
Join Us
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.
Impact a better future
We are a multinational organisation 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 Assistant Technician FM Civil and Furniture/ Carpenter to carryout necessary preventative, corrective and breakdown maintenance on various types of locks, keys and related accessories individually or as part of a technical team, within the designated area, whilst ensuring minimal disruption to the operations. You should be able to carry out all technical and safety instructions from staff, to conform to policy and procedures.
Key accountabilities
• Can read interpret and describe the functionality of layout drawings and floor plans.
• Knowledge in the use & interpretation in major assets; Gypsum walls, Special purpose and decorative furniture, Various types of office furniture, Doors and windows, Wall panels, Ceiling works
• Ensure security and integrity of all data provided including reporting performance, finance and customer information, reference Serco non-disclosure policy.
• To exercise personal duty of care for their own health, safety and welfare and for those affected by their acts or omissions, Promoting a Zero Harm culture
• Report any accidents, incidents, breaches or potential breaches to appropriate management or the speak up process.
Specific requirements
• Holding high school Certificate or ITI
• Minimum three year experience within the civil and furniture environment
• Airport experience is considered as added advantage
• Good English spoken and written
• Ability to perform safely and correctly the following on security equipment and systems
Join Us
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.
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