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Senior Technician - Emiratization

Unlock employer Dubai, United Arab Emirates Posted: 24 Sep 2025

Financial

  • Estimate: $40k - $60k*
  • Zero income tax location

Accessibility

  • Office Only
  • No Visa Provided

Requirements

  • Experience: Senior
  • English: Professional

Position

dnata is one of the world’s largest air and travel services providers, offering ground handling, cargo, travel, and catering retail services at over 130 airports in more than 34 countries across six continents. In this role, you will lead a team of Technicians, as directed by supervisors, to provide necessary support to operational teams. Your responsibilities will include carrying out scheduled and non-scheduled maintenance, servicing, fault finding, and repair of all equipment, vehicles, and plants maintained by various dnata Technical Services Workshops. This is to ensure functional reliability to meet the 24-hour requirements of operations.

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Key Responsibilities:

  • Plan daily activities in your area of work to deliver assigned tasks and support Technicians and Junior Technicians as required.
  • Ensure that details of spares/tools required for maintenance activities are provided to Supervisors/Maintenance Officer and/or Planning Staff in advance.
  • Perform scheduled maintenance according to set standards, including manufacturer recommendations and safety standards.
  • Train and develop the team of technicians on maintenance, fault finding, and safety procedures.
  • Inspect equipment/vehicles daily for operational reliability and safety, planning for corrective maintenance to prevent accidents.
  • Diagnose and repair faults/defects on equipment/vehicles under breakdown, minimizing downtime.
  • Maintain good housekeeping in the workshop and work areas.

Qualifications:

  • High School Diploma (minimum 10 years of schooling) with a 2-year Trade Certificate in an engineering discipline.
  • 4-6 years of experience in maintenance, specifically in Facilities/Auto/Electric Mechanics.
  • Thorough knowledge and experience in the maintenance of mechanical, electrical, electronic, automobile, air-conditioning, and refrigeration systems of Ground Support Equipment or Heavy Vehicles.
  • Effective communication skills in English (verbal and written).
  • UAE Driving License or Home Country Driving License (not required in Cargo areas).
  • Valid license for operating equipment (ADP) is not required in Cargo areas.

Language Requirements:

  • Proficiency in English is required.

Salary & Benefits:
Join us in Dubai and enjoy an attractive tax-free salary and travel benefits, including discounts on flights and hotel stays around the world.

For more details on benefits and to apply, visit dnata careers.

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