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We are hiring a Executive – Maintenance (Mechanical) in Sharjah, UAE. This Executive – Maintenance (Mechanical) role at IFFCO Group is based in Sharjah and offers a strong opportunity to build your career in manufacturing and FMCG in the UAE. Read on for full details and how to apply.
About the Executive – Maintenance (Mechanical) role
This Executive – Maintenance (Mechanical) position suits a hands-on professional who enjoys a fast-paced manufacturing environment in Sharjah.
Job Summary
Responsible for maintenance, troubleshooting, reliability improvement, and operational support of aseptic processing and filling systems to ensure uninterrupted production, machine efficiency, and safe plant operations.
Roles & Responsibilities
• Planning and executing breakdown, preventive, and predictive maintenance activities for aseptic processing and filling equipment
• Troubleshooting and resolving mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and automationrelated issues on Tetra Pak UHT plants, homogenizers, TBA/8 fillers, and aseptic Bag-in-Box filling lines
• Managing critical spare parts inventory and coordinating with vendors/OEMs for maintenance support, calibration, and specialized services
• Maintaining maintenance records, machine history, ERP updates, and technical reports as per organizational requirements
• Participating in root cause analysis (RCA), CAPA implementation, and continuous improvement initiatives to minimize downtime and improve OEE
• Planning and executing commissioning, machine overhauls, upgrades, and facility enhancement projects related to aseptic processing and filling operations
• Ensuring compliance with QHSE, GMP, HACCP, and food safety standards during all maintenance activities
• Coordinating with production and quality teams during startups, product changeovers, SIP/CIP cycles, and aseptic sterilization processes
• Training and developing maintenance technicians and operators on machine operation, troubleshooting, and best maintenance practices
KPIs
• Maximizing uptime and reliability of aseptic processing and filling lines IFFCO – Internal
• Reduction in machine breakdowns and downtime
• Improvement in OEE and maintenance efficiency
• Compliance with QHSE, GMP, and food safety standards
• Efficient utilization of maintenance resources and cost optimization
• Successful execution of projects and facility enhancement activities
Work experience requirement
• Diploma (Mechanical/Electrical) with 5–7 years of hands-on experience in Tetra Pak aseptic processing and filling lines, or Engineer with 3–5 years of relevant experience
• Strong expertise in UHT systems, high-pressure homogenizers, TBA/8 filling machines, aseptic Bagin-Box filling systems, CIP/SIP systems, and aseptic processing equipment
• Experience in troubleshooting and maintenance within dairy, beverage, juice, or liquid food manufacturing industries preferred
Qualification
Mechanical/Electrical Engineering Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized University
Competencies
Documentation and Reporting
Manufacturing Operations and Industry Practices
Safety Procedures and Norms
Engineering and Maintenance Standards
Schedule Management
Communicating effectively
Self and Team Management
Planning & Decision Making
Customer Centricity
Ownership & Result Orientation
About IFFCO Group in the UAE
IFFCO is a UAE-based international group that manufactures and markets a wide range of food and FMCG products, headquartered in Sharjah. IFFCO offers rewarding careers in manufacturing, engineering, sales and supply chain across the Emirates.
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How to apply
Interested candidates can apply for this Executive – Maintenance (Mechanical) role in Sharjah through the official IFFCO careers page. Visit the employer application page to submit your application.
