Metichem

Senior Site Engineer

Dubai, UAEPosted today

Salary
AED 12k–18k a month· est.
Job type
Full time
Level
Senior
Field
Construction & Engineering
Work mode
On site

About the role

About Metichem Metichem is a leading water treatment company specializing in Advanced Chemical Solutions, Engineered Services & Parts and Operations & Maintenance (O&M) services. With a strong heritage as part of the Metito family and now a member of the Aquatech group, Metichem delivers innovative and sustainable solutions across the industrial, municipal and commercial sectors. Our expertise spans water treatment chemicals, reverse osmosis (RO), wastewater and process water treatment, cooling towers, boilers, engineered systems, digital monitoring and automation and technical support services. With operations and service contracts across 46 countries, we help customers optimize resources, enhance performance and reduce environmental impact. Through our commitment to technical excellence, innovation and sustainability, we support customers in addressing complex water challenges and achieving their long-term operational and environmental goals. About the Role Metichem is seeking a Senior Site Engineer to join our team in the UAE. This full-time, on-site role is responsible for planning, coordinating and executing project activities within approved budgets and timelines while ensuring the highest standards of quality, technical compliance and safety. The Senior Site Engineer will oversee daily site activities related to the construction and installation of water treatment systems, ensuring all works are executed in accordance with design specifications, quality requirements, safety regulations and applicable industry standards. The role involves coordinating with project managers, contractors, consultants, clients and internal stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery. In addition, the Senior Site Engineer will provide technical guidance and support to project and sales teams, sharing expertise to strengthen project execution and customer solutions. The role also promotes continuous improvement initiatives and ensures strict adherence to health, safety and environmental (HSE) requirements while contributing to the optimization, performance and reliability of water treatment systems. This position offers the opportunity to work on innovative and sustainable water treatment projects across diverse industries while contributing to operational excellence and customer success. Key Responsibilities Office Responsibilities: • Prepare project plans, activity schedules and progress tracking reports. • Develop and maintain project documentation, site inspection reports and Annual Maintenance Contract (AMC) reports. • Prepare and review material submittals, technical specifications and drawings for mechanical and electrical systems. • Coordinate with Engineering, Procurement, Logistics, Field Service and other internal stakeholders to ensure timely project execution. • Monitor project deliverables and support compliance with quality, safety and technical requirements. Site Responsibilities: • Conduct site inspections, technical assessments and troubleshooting activities. • Coordinate site operations, client meetings, technical submissions and field service activities. • Supervise installation works and ensure compliance with project specifications and safety standards. • Perform testing, commissioning, handover and system performance verification activities. • Support annual maintenance and predictive maintenance programs for water treatment systems. • Prepare project documentation, including Method Statements, Risk Assessments, Testing & Commissioning (T&C) Checklists, Site Inspection Reports, Operation & Maintenance (O&M) Manuals and other related documents. Qualifications & Experience • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (Mechanical or Electrical preferred). • 6-8 years of relevant experience in engineering project execution and site management. • Training or certification in Project Planning and Project Management is an advantage. • Strong technical, coordination and problem-solving skills. Why Join Metichem? 🌍 Join a market leader in sustainable water treatment solutions. 🚀 Be part of an innovative, dynamic and fast-growing team with real impact on industrial and environmental progress.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (Mechanical or Electrical preferred). 6-8 years of relevant experience in engineering project execution and site management. Training or certification in Project Planning and Project Management is an advantage. Strong technical, coordination and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

Office Responsibilities: Prepare project plans, activity schedules and progress tracking reports. Develop and maintain project documentation, site inspection reports and Annual Maintenance Contract (AMC) reports. Prepare and review material submittals, technical specifications and drawings for mechanical and electrical systems. Coordinate with Engineering, Procurement, Logistics, Field Service and other internal stakeholders to ensure timely project execution. Monitor project deliverables and support compliance with quality, safety and technical requirements. Site Responsibilities: Conduct site inspections, technical assessments and troubleshooting activities. Coordinate site operations, client meetings, technical submissions and field service activities. Supervise installation works and ensure compliance with project specifications and safety standards. Perform testing, commissioning, handover and system performance verification activities. Support annual maintenance and predictive maintenance programs for water treatment systems. Prepare project documentation, including Method Statements, Risk Assessments, Testing & Commissioning (T&C) Checklists, Site Inspection Reports, Operation & Maintenance (O&M) Manuals and other related documents.

Skills

  • Project Planning
  • Project Management
  • Mechanical systems
  • Electrical systems
  • Site management
  • Construction coordination
  • Testing and commissioning
  • Troubleshooting
  • Documentation
  • Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) compliance

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