Plumber Job in Dubai at Farnek Services

Farnek Services is seeking a Plumber to support plumbing maintenance operations within a designated area of Dubai Airports. The role involves preventative, corrective, and breakdown maintenance of plumbing pipework, equipment, systems, and pumps while helping minimize disruption to airport operations. The position also involves supervising general plumbing tradesmen and helpers and ensuring maintenance work is completed safely and correctly.

This Plumber job in Dubai requires a High School Certificate, a three-year Industrial Training Institute Diploma in Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Maintenance or an equivalent post-high-school qualification, an IOSH Working Safely Certificate or equivalent, and a valid UAE driving license. Candidates must also have at least five years of experience in facility management or a similar environment.

Job Overview

• Job Title: Plumber
• Company: Farnek Services
• Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
• Work Location: Designated area of Dubai Airports
• Experience: Minimum 5 years in Facility Management or a similar environment
• Education: High School Certificate and a 3-year Industrial Training Institute Diploma in Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Maintenance or equivalent
• Certification: IOSH Working Safely Certificate or equivalent
• Driving License: Valid UAE driving license
• Language: Oral and written English communication skills
• Job Category: Plumbing / Facility Management

About the Employer

Farnek Services is recruiting for a Plumber position supporting maintenance operations within a designated area of Dubai Airports. The role focuses on maintaining plumbing systems and equipment while following Dubai Airports’ technical and safety policies and procedures.

Job Description

The Plumber will carry out planned preventative maintenance, corrective maintenance, and breakdown repairs on plumbing pipework systems, equipment, and pumps. The work may be performed independently or as part of a technical team.

The position also requires technical supervision of general plumbing tradesmen and helpers. The successful candidate will help ensure that assigned maintenance tasks are completed correctly, safely, and with minimal disruption to airport operations.

Key Responsibilities

The Plumber will be responsible for:

• Carrying out preventative maintenance on plumbing pipework, equipment, and systems.
• Performing corrective maintenance and responding to plumbing breakdowns.
• Maintaining integral and standalone pumps.
• Working individually or as part of a technical maintenance team.
• Following Dubai Airports’ technical and safety procedures.
• Supervising general plumbing tradesmen and helpers.
• Ensuring plumbing tasks are completed correctly and safely.
• Performing safety isolations and Lockout-Tagout procedures.
• Conducting planned preventative maintenance routines.
• Carrying out corrective and breakdown maintenance.
• Performing other duties assigned by the supervisor or duty engineer.
• Maintaining appropriate health, safety, and welfare standards for themselves and others.

Qualifications and Requirements

Applicants for the Plumber vacancy should have the following qualifications and experience:

• High School Certificate.
• Three-year Industrial Training Institute Diploma in Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Maintenance or an equivalent post-high-school qualification.
• IOSH Working Safely Certificate or equivalent.
• Valid UAE driving license.
• At least five years of experience in Facility Management or a similar environment.

Technical Skills

Candidates should be able to:

• Work safely and correctly with complex plumbing equipment and pipework systems.
• Communicate effectively with staff, stakeholders, and customers in written and spoken English.
• Prepare technical reports, spreadsheets, and presentations using Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Carry out safety isolations and Lockout-Tagout procedures.
• Perform planned preventative, corrective, and breakdown maintenance.
• Read, interpret, and describe pipework schematics and system layout drawings.
• Set up testing equipment and interpret test results.
• Demonstrate fair knowledge of Building Management Systems (BMS).

Plumbing Systems and Equipment

Experience or technical ability involving the following systems and equipment is included in the job requirements:

• Potable water pipework systems and associated valves.
• Washroom sanitary fixtures and fittings.
• Pressure reducing valve stations, heat exchangers, and calorifier equipment.
• Aircraft potable water systems and associated valves.
• Storage-type water heaters.
• High-temperature hot water pipework systems and associated valves.
• Chilled water pump pipework systems and associated valves.
• Sewage pumps and associated pipework.
• Stormwater pumps and associated pipework.

Test Equipment

The role requires competence with test equipment including:

• Manometer.
• Dry water pressure test kit.
• Wet water pressure test kit.
• Digital multimeter for earth bond continuity.

Salary and Benefits

The job listing does not provide information about the salary or employee benefits for this Plumber position. No compensation or benefits have therefore been added to this article.

Who Should Apply?

This opportunity is suited to experienced plumbing professionals with at least five years of experience in facility management or a similar environment. Candidates should have the required educational qualifications, IOSH Working Safely certification or an equivalent qualification, and a valid UAE driving license.

Applicants should also be comfortable working with complex plumbing systems, pumps, pipework, testing equipment, and safety procedures. The ability to supervise plumbing tradesmen and helpers and communicate effectively in English is also important for the role.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the job title?

The position is for a Plumber with Farnek Services.

Where is the Plumber job located?

The position is based in Dubai, with duties within a designated area of Dubai Airports.

How much experience is required?

Applicants need a minimum of five years of experience in a Facility Management or similar environment.

What educational qualifications are required?

Candidates need a High School Certificate and a three-year Industrial Training Institute Diploma in Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Maintenance or an equivalent post-high-school qualification.

Is an IOSH certificate required?

Yes. The listing requires an IOSH Working Safely Certificate or an equivalent qualification.

Is a UAE driving license required?

Yes. A valid UAE driving license is listed among the qualifications for the position.

What plumbing systems may the successful candidate work with?

The role covers various systems, including potable water, aircraft potable water, high-temperature hot water, chilled water pumps, sewage pumps, stormwater pumps, sanitary fixtures, and associated valves and pipework.

Does the role involve team supervision?

Yes. The Plumber is expected to technically supervise and lead general plumbing tradesmen and helpers to ensure assigned tasks are completed correctly and safely.