Forklift Technician

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**:
Technicians should ensure being up-to-date with technical aspects of the product/vehicle and to be able to
fix right a problem the first time.

**What you will do**:

- Mechanical & Electrical repairs, troubleshoot and diagnosing of Material Handling Equipment’s with strong diagnosing skills on Linde forklifts / vehicles
- Diagnose faults and recommend effective solutions, doing it right the first time
- While attending jobs both in the workshop and the field also proactively identify potential problem cause
- Using tools and adopting best practices as mentioned in service manuals so as to improve the productivity and efficiency
- Read, understand and implement instructions in workshop manuals. Use Service checklist where applicable and available

**Required Skills to be successful**:

- Holding diploma in Mechanical Engineering or any related field
- Good command in English
- Minimum (5) years’ experience
- Experience in Linde brand

**About the Team**:
The role will report to the Service Delivery Program Manager, and you will be working in a very busy and fast pace environment.

**What equips you for the role**:
Minimum Qualifications and Knowledge:

- Diploma / Technical Education and or Apprenticeship.
- Trade Certificate / Diploma in Mechanical / Automobile Eng.
- Must show proven technical expertise in independently servicing, repairs and component overhauls

Minimum Experience:

- At least 5 years of experience on Material handling equipment’s preferably on Toyota / BT.
- UAE driving License is an advantage.

Job-Specific Skills:

- Good communicator in English; Arabic an advantage

Behavioral Competencies:

- Effective Communicator
- Interpersonal Skills

**About Al-Futtaim Automotive**
A major division of the UAE-based Al-Futtaim Group of companies, **Al-Futtaim Automotive** is an industry leader with presence in 10 countries across the Middle East, Asia and Africa.
Our core business activities at Al-Futtaim Automotive include distribution, manufacturing, leasing and aftersales, and we are firmly established as the regional representative of some of the world’s most iconic automotive brands: Toyota, Lexus, Honda, Jeep, Chrysler, Dodge, Volvo and RAM.
We are driven by a customer-centric approach, constantly pushing the boundaries on innovation, quality standards, and value-added service across our vast universe of customers - right from motoring enthusiasts to fleet operators to contractors. Our mission is to become the leader in custom-made mobility solutions by delivering nothing less than world-class omni-channel experiences.
We channel our local expertise and global trust to deliver one of the most comprehensive portfolios of mobility products and solutions, from passenger cars to SUVs, electric vehicles to high-performance motorbikes, commercial vehicles to industrial & construction equipment.
What keeps the company moving forward is a 9000-member strong team, with inspiring possibilities for growth, throughout the career path. **This is Al-Futtaim Automotive and we empower talent to move forward.