JLL

Engineering Lead - MEA

JLL Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Full-time On-site Lead level Engineering

Salary not disclosed

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Applications close on 08 Nov 2026

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About the role

JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way. Our people at JLL are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology for our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people and empowering them to thrive, grow meaningful careers and to find a place where they belong. Whether you’ve got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades or technology, or you’re looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, join our team as we help shape a brighter way forward.

Job Summary/Goals

  • To Manage and ensure the Compliant delivery of all Engineering services in line with JLL’s Statement of work and delivery methods.
  • To Manage and ensure Playbook and Operational Compliance Program(OCP) delivery and reporting in line with contractual Matrix.
  • To manage all aspects of Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM), Reactive Maintenance, Project Works and Help Desk Calls in accordance with both client and JLL requirements. Take the technical advisor role in small works / minor projects, with monitoring and governance of both aspects.
  • To assist and support the Senior Engineering Management in all functions, to ensure HSE and contractual compliance.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

- To ensure contractual compliance with all engineering delivery. To be responsible technical delivery and governance of the contract requirements and organisation of the site team’s in order to meet the contractual agreement. - Where applicable, monitor and ensure all training requirements of the engineering personnel are kept up to date and compliant. - Oversight of all contract activities, both maintenance and projects and ensure all safety aspects are managed and monitored in accordance with site procedures and requirements. - Drive and deliver innovative cost reduction or sustainability programs - Support the team with the preparation of budget documentation from an engineering delivery perspective as required for client approvals. - Cross regional support associated with staff during peak workloads and/or holiday and sickness cover for the engineering senior management team. - Staff supervision including all full-time, part-time, sub-contractors and specialist providers. - Be proactive and provide technical guidance in relation to preventative maintenance and extra works delivery. - Comply with all procedures and maintain clear & legible records as required. - Actively participate in emergency out of hour escalations and provide written incident reports as required. In support of the critical environments manager and engineering teams to ensure the following critical activities are up to date and achieved as required.

Experience

  • Minimum 10 years’ experience in Critical Engineering
  • Minimum 5 years’ experience in lead or management role
  • Coordination and cooperation with Infrastructure and Fit-Out Projects
  • Managing operations across diverse countries and cultures

Skills

  • Fluent in English
  • Drive for Excellence – manages activities to ensure high standards are achieved in all areas
  • Providing Direction – creates a clear understanding of what needs to be achieved and provides the necessary guidance.
  • Obtaining Results Through People – supports, challenges, and develops others so that they can give their best and deliver against expectations.
  • Teamwork – manages the team to maximise their contributions and effectiveness, influencing personal commitments.
  • Communication – communicates clearly and concisely, impressing others and ensuring understanding of all relevant information in all circumstances.
  • Planning, Organising & Executing – pre-plan, organises and schedules activities and resources, monitoring the execution against timescales and plans.
  • Commercial/ Financial Awareness – understands and applies commercial and financial principals, viewing issues in terms of costs, profits/ returns, budget control, markets and added value.
  • Risk Management – effectively manages risks and ensures that the interests of the business, others and self are protected.
  • Customer Awareness – effectively manages relationships in the supply chain, responsive to the needs of the customer, aims to deliver customer satisfaction.

Essential

  • Recognised Electrical or Mechanical Engineering qualifications
  • Leadership and Management

Desirable

  • Speak fluent Arabic
  • Authorised Person (High Voltage / Mechanical Systems / Confined Space)
  • Degree in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering or recognised equivalent
  • Professional Accreditation’s
  • NEBOSH or Equivalent

How to apply: Apply via JLL's career portal. Apply here: https://jll.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/jllcareers/job/Dubai-ARE/Engineering-Lead---MEA_REQ532639