Rides & Attractions Maintenance Team Leader

Farah Experiences

Abu Dhabi, UAE

Ref: QP307-48

Job description / Role

Employment: Full Time

Since the launch of Farah Experiences in 2008, we’ve delivered millions of smiles to guests from around the world through our growing portfolio of world-class entertainment experiences. Join the team who creates the thrills of Ferrari World Abu Dhabi and the legendary adventures of Yas Waterworld - and be part of the exciting projects to come.

Here at Farah Experiences, it's definitely our people and culture that makes us successful. If you’re looking for a rewarding career in a company that values individuality, celebrates creativity and has a culture to match - then we'd love to hear from you. We're on the lookout for talented people who can help us develop Abu Dhabi's most iconic entertainment destination, Yas Island.

Job Overview:
To ensure a smooth and efficient operation in the Maintenance Department in relation to the Company Core Process; thus directly impacting on the maintenance of equipment, rides and attractions.

This position supervises Rides Engineer, Senior Rides Technician and Rides Technician in Rides and Attractions. Assigns Senior Rides Engineer where manpower is required to ensure safety, reliability and availability of all rides and attractions in the day-to-day park operation. Ensures availability of tools, equipment, spare parts and consumables in the workshops which are required to perform proper maintenance of rides and attractions.

Job Scope
• Manage Rides Engineers, Rides and Attractions Senior Technicians, and Rides and Attractions Technicians on a daily basis to include work allocation, training, coaching and performance management.
• Determine schedules, sequences, and assignments for work activities, based on: work priority, tools/equipment, consumables, and spare parts availability, and skills/competencies of Rides Engineers, Rides and Attractions Senior Technicians, and Rides and Attractions Technicians.
• Participate in various aspects of Maintenance Department Management to support safe and efficient operation of the park.
• Monitor Rides Engineers, Rides and Attractions Senior Technicians, and Rides and Attractions Technicians’ work levels and review work performances
• Effectively oversee Rides and Attractions Maintenance Colleagues to ensure that all assigned activities are performed effectively and efficiently in accordance with park procedures, Rides Manufacturer’s Maintenance Manuals and Rides Preventive Maintenance Checklists.
• Oversee preparation of work instructions that provide direction to the Rides and Attractions Maintenance for Corrective Maintenance repairs and performance of Preventive Maintenance.
• Utilize the Computerized Maintenance Management System “CMMS” (Maximo) as a tool to provide necessary input to improve maintenance processes and procedures
• Assist Rides and Attractions Manager and Assistant Manager in carrying out day-to-day activities in the Rides and Attractions Maintenance Team.
• Encourage Colleagues to share ideas (i.e. safety. cost-reduction,productivity, etc.) to improve work environment.
• Coordinate with other support departments as needed (i.e. HR, Warehouse, IT, etc.)

Requirements

• Related technical qualification.
• 2-3 years of experience in a supervisory role.
• 3-5 years of experience in maintenance field.
• Decision making and problem solving ability.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Self-motivated.
• Can work properly under pressure.
• Good English speaking/writing abilities.

To be expert in at least one of the following fields:
• Electrical
• Mechanical

Physical fitness.
• Basic to intermediate knowledge of computer software e.g. Microsoft Office and Maximo or similar CMMS software.

Desirable:
• Technical/Engineering degree or diploma.
• Technical education in vocational training institute (2+ years) Degree in any electrical, mechanical or electro-mechanical course.
• Ride-related experience in a Theme Park or Amusement Industry maintaining rides & attractions.
• High organizational and planning skills
• Proficient in CMMS, preferably Maximo

About the Company

Farah Experiences LLC was established in 2008 to provide world-class entertainment experiences. Today, the company manages and operates Ferrari World Abu Dhabi , the world's first Ferrari-branded Theme Park and Yas Waterworld, the UAE's unique Emirati water theme park.

Millions of satisfied guests have already visited the two iconic family attractions set in the heart of Yas Island, ideally located 10 minutes from Abu Dhabi International Airport, 30 minutes from downtown Abu Dhabi and 45 minutes from Dubai.

Farah Experiences is a wholly owned subsidiary of Abu Dhabi-based Miral Asset Management LLC.

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