Maintenance Reliability Engineer Supervisor

Reliability Maintenance Engineering (RME) SupervisorContract TypeFull-TimeLocationUAEWe are seeking a motivated and customer-focused Reliability Maintenance Engineering (RME) Supervisor to join our operations team. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring high equipment availability through effective preventive maintenance, rapid response to breakdowns, and continuous improvement initiatives.This role requires strong leadership capabilities, hands-on technical expertise across electrical and mechanical systems, and the ability to manage maintenance activities in a fast-paced operational environment. The position operates on a rotational shift pattern and may require working nights, weekends, and public holidays.Key ResponsibilitiesLead and promote a strong safety culture, ensuring compliance with all Health & Safety policies and procedures.Supervise and support a team of maintenance technicians to achieve operational and maintenance objectives.Execute and monitor planned preventive maintenance activities across site equipment.Respond to equipment breakdowns, perform root cause analysis, and coordinate timely resolution.Ensure high levels of equipment reliability and availability for operational teams.Manage maintenance activities through the CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System).Monitor and respond to maintenance requests through ticketing systems while maintaining a customer-focused approach.Coordinate and supervise contractors and vendors working on-site.Plan and oversee annual maintenance contracts and vendor schedules.Review maintenance performance metrics and identify improvement opportunities.Support continuous improvement initiatives aimed at reducing downtime and increasing operational efficiency.Assist in developing maintenance procedures, SOPs, and best practices.Provide technical guidance and coaching to technicians and junior team members.Basic QualificationsDegree or Diploma in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related Engineering discipline.Experience in both electrical and mechanical maintenance environments.Experience using Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS).Strong knowledge of Planned Preventive Maintenance (PPM) programs.Experience troubleshooting and repairing Material Handling Equipment (MHE) and automation systems.Experience supervising or leading maintenance technicians.Ability to read and interpret electrical and mechanical drawings.Hands-on experience with:Conveyor systemsMotor controllersVariable Frequency Drives (VFDs) / InvertersExperience in MEP and base building maintenance.Strong problem-solving and communication skills.Shift PatternThis role operates on a rotational shift schedule and may include:Day and Night ShiftsWeekendsPublic HolidaysApplicants should be flexible and comfortable working in a 24/7 operational environment.Why Join Us?Opportunity to work within a highly automated operational environment.Exposure to advanced maintenance and reliability engineering practices.Career development opportunities in engineering and operations leadership.Collaborative and safety-focused culture.