Maintenance Manager
The Independent Food Company View all jobs
- Dubai
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Oversee the continuous operation and repair of all civil, MEP, HVAC, plumbing, and specialized kitchen equipment across all restaurant branches.
- Develop and implement rigorous preventive maintenance schedules to minimize equipment downtime and prevent operational disruptions.
- Lead the rapid response to emergency maintenance requests, coordinating immediate corrective actions to ensure business continuity.
- Conduct frequent inspections of outlets and central kitchens to ensure strict adherence to safety, hygiene, and brand standards.
- Maintain the corporate office infrastructure, ensuring all power, internet, and climate control systems function without interruption.
- Manage and evaluate the performance of external vendors and Annual Maintenance Contracts (AMCs) to ensure service level adherence and cost-efficiency.
- Supervise the maintenance of high-capacity production equipment in the central kitchen, including industrial refrigeration and exhaust systems.
- Manage all maintenance documentation, including compliance records, budget reports, and resource optimization plans for the entire organization.
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering with extensive F&B industry experience.
- Valid HACCP and NEBOSH certifications to ensure safety and hygiene compliance.
- Must possess a valid UAE driver's license for travel between various outlets.
- Proven track record in managing CAPEX projects, kitchen fit-outs, and equipment lifecycles