How about building your career at one of the world’s largest food companies? Come work at MBRF, a company present in the lives of thousands of families around the world. We are hiring a Utilities Technician I in the United Arab Emirates to ensure continuous and efficient operation of boiler house machines and utility equipment in perfectly safe working condition.
About the Role
Core Function: Operation and maintenance of boiler house machinery and utility equipment
Equipment Scope: Boilers, thermal fluid heaters, air compressors, pumps, softeners, water treatment
Company Mission: Nourishing life through quality, innovation, and the people who make everything happen
Systems Knowledge: PLC, SCADA, DCS, BMS, HMI control systems, and SAP
Career Opportunity in UAE Food & Utilities Engineering
Strategic Location: United Arab Emirates — home to a leading global food manufacturing operation
Technical Depth: Hands-on operation of boiler house machinery, electrical/mechanical controls, and automation
Sustainability Focus: Contributing to BRF Sustainability Plan and global ESG commitments
Career Growth: Vertical, horizontal, and cross-functional growth opportunities within a global company
Position Overview
This Utilities Technician I role involves ensuring continuous and efficient operation of Boiler House machines including boilers, thermal fluid heaters, air compressors, and utility equipment, maintained in safe working condition. You will check and maintain equipment, adhere to preventive and scheduled maintenance systems, carry out daily routine work and laboratory analysis, comply with HSE and food safety HACCP requirements, and reduce mean time to repair (MTTR) through effective presence on the line.
 Why This Role Matters: As Utilities Technician I at MBRF, you keep essential boiler house and utility systems running safely and efficiently within a global food manufacturing operation, apply specialized technical skills across mechanical, electrical, and automation systems including PLC, SCADA, and BMS, contribute directly to food safety, HACCP, and GMP compliance in a highly regulated industry, gain exposure to sustainability practices aligned with global ESG commitments, and build a career with genuine vertical, horizontal, and cross-functional growth opportunities.
 Key Responsibilities
Utilities Operation & Maintenance
- Ensure continuous and efficient operation of boiler house machines, maintained in safe working condition
- Check equipment and maintain to basic condition, ensuring electrical/mechanical operations meet high quality standards
- Adhere to Corrective, Preventive, Scheduled Maintenance and Kanban systems
Monitoring, Reporting & Compliance
- Carry out daily routine work, parameter monitoring, laboratory analysis, and maintain activity reports
- Comply with HSE guidelines, chemical handling procedures, and appropriate PPE use
- Comply with HSE, food safety HACCP, GMP, and Food Defense requirements within the workplace
Continuous Improvement & Sustainability
- Reduce mean time to repair (MTTR) through effective presence in the line
- Analyze and report anomalies, completing M1, M2, and M3 notifications in the PM system
- Comply with BRF Sustainability Policy guidelines and global ESG commitments
Qualifications & Requirements
Educational Requirements
- Minimum 2-year technical course in Mechanical, Electrical, or Electronic Engineering field
Experience Requirements
- Minimum 3 years of experience in operation and maintenance of boilers and air compressors in the Food/FMCG industry
- Hands-on experience with thermal fluid heaters, pumps, softeners, and water treatment equipment
Essential Skills
- Knowledge of electrical/mechanical controls, power circuits, and automation circuits
- Basic expertise in troubleshooting electrical/mechanical issues, repairing pumps, valves, and regulators
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, P&IDs, and electrical/mechanical schematics
- Knowledge of boiler water quality analysis, chemical handling, and fuel handling procedures
- Knowledge of HSE policies, food safety, and firefighting/safety emergency procedures
- Knowledge of SAP, Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Understanding of PDCA, RCA, and 5S analytical tools
- Knowledge of PLC, BMS, DCS, SCADA, and HMI control systems
About MBRF
Come work at MBRF, a company present in the lives of thousands of families around the world, nourishing life through quality, innovation, and the people who make everything happen. As Utilities Technician I, you’ll be part of a global, collaborative, and dynamic working environment with a strong corporate culture committed to customers, employees, and the environment, offering vertical, horizontal, and cross-functional growth opportunities alongside a competitive compensation package.
Career Excellence: Keep critical utility systems running safely at one of the world’s largest food companies.
Who Should Apply?
- Experienced Boiler House Technicians:Â With 3+ years in Food/FMCG utility operations
- Mechanical/Electrical Engineering Graduates:Â With a relevant 2-year technical qualification
- Automation & Controls Technicians:Â Familiar with PLC, SCADA, DCS, and BMS systems
- Food Safety-Conscious Professionals:Â Experienced with HACCP, GMP, and HSE compliance
- Multicultural Team Players:Â Flexible, organized, and comfortable supporting other operational areas
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