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, ensuring 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 maintaining 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.
• Monitor 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 exhaustive 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 regarding 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 exhaustive but provide 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 Extinguishers (Powder, CO2, Foam and Water).
• Fixed installation CO2, Powder, Foam 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 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 VIKING's 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 Amna Alblooshi at AAAL@viking-life.com. Please note that Amna is located in Dubai; therefore, responses will be aligned with this timezone.

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About VIKING
VIKING Life-Saving Equipment A/S is the global market leader in maritime and offshore safety solutions. The company supplies and services safety and fire-fighting equipment for passenger and cargo ships, offshore installations, fishing vessels, navies, helicopter services, fire departments and leisure yachts worldwide.

VIKING’s products protect passengers and crew on many of the world’s largest cruise liners and cargo ships, as well as workers on the world’s most advanced offshore platforms. VIKING also ensures safety and regulatory compliance on board at all times, enabling shipowners and owners/operators of offshore installations to focus on their business.

VIKING is a privately owned company which was founded in 1960. In 2018, VIKING acquired the Norwegian company Norsafe, whose lifeboats and rescue boats have been in use around the world since 1904. In 2019, VIKING acquired Drew Marine’s FSR division, one of the world’s three largest providers of marine fire services.

VIKING’s headquarters are in Esbjerg, Denmark, and its products are manufactured in Denmark, Norway, Bulgaria, Greece, China and Thailand.

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Contact
Amna Abdullah Ali Alblooshi
HR / PRO Coordinator

VIKING | Dubai, UAE
Dubai Maritime City, Industrial Precinct, Unit SR4B
P.O. Box 134 Dubai, UAE
United Arab Emirates

Application deadline:
As soon as possible