About the Role: Responsibilities, Skills, and Requirements
Ever wondered what it’s like to roll up your sleeves and make a tangible impact on Abu Dhabi’s bustling Corniche? If you’re looking for steady, hands-on work and a team that values dependability, our Maintenance & Contracting Company wants to meet you. Right now, we’re searching for general workers—whether your background is in steelwork, carpentry, or you’re comfortable tackling a bit of everything—to join us immediately on projects that keep Abu Dhabi moving.
About the Company
Picture a workplace where every week brings something new—today you might be fitting structural steel, tomorrow you’re supporting a renovation crew with your carpentry skills. We’re a close-knit team working on key sites across Corniche Street, and we pride ourselves on teamwork, safety, and a shared cup of tea after a hard day. Though the projects can be big, your efforts here never go unnoticed. If you want to be treated like a vital part of the operation, you’re in good company.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Tackling hands-on maintenance and installation tasks at various Corniche Street sites.
- Assisting skilled tradespeople: from steel fixing to carpentry—no two days are the same!
- Loading, unloading, and organizing materials and equipment, ensuring nothing slows down the team.
- Following safety protocols and helping maintain a tidy, hazard-free work environment.
- Supporting daily site operations—sometimes it’s heavy lifting, sometimes it’s precision work.
- Taking direction from supervisors but not afraid to suggest a better way when you see one.
What You’ll Bring
Must-Haves:
- NOC (No Objection Certificate) from your sponsor.
- Copy of your UAE ID, passport, and a recent passport photo.
- Readiness to join immediately and commit to reliable attendance.
- Ability to handle physical labor (yes, sometimes it’s a bit sweaty).
- Willingness to work as part of a diverse, multicultural crew.
Nice-to-Haves:
- Previous experience in steel work, carpentry, or construction.
- Basic understanding of workplace safety.
- Familiarity with the Corniche/Abu Dhabi area.
Not sure you tick every box? We’d still love to hear from you.
Why You’ll Love Working Here
- Immediate start—no lengthy interview process or waiting around.
- Supportive team environment with supervisors who actually care.
- Opportunities to pick up new skills on the job—today’s general worker could be tomorrow’s lead hand.
- Consistent, steady work on reputable projects in a central Abu Dhabi location.
- End-of-week team gatherings (there’s always fresh tea and good conversation).
- Fair, timely payment—your hard work is always recognized.
If you’re ready to get started and want a place where your practical skills are valued, our job sites along the Corniche are waiting for you. There’s a spot for you here—sometimes the best teams are built on trust, laughter, and sweat.
Common Interview Questions and Tips
To help you prepare and feel confident, here are some questions you might encounter during the interview process for this role.
- Can you share your experience with steelwork, carpentry, or general construction tasks, and which area you feel most confident working in?
- Describe a time when you had to support skilled tradespeople on a job site. How did you ensure your help was effective and efficient?
- What steps do you take to make sure your work environment stays safe and organized, especially on busy or crowded sites?
- How do you handle physical demands at work, such as lifting heavy materials or working in hot conditions?
- Tell us about a time when you identified a better or safer way to complete a job. How did you bring it up to your supervisor or team?
- Are you familiar with the Corniche or Abu Dhabi area, and have you worked on sites in similar environments before?
- Imagine you arrive at a site and some of the materials are disorganized or missing. How would you handle the situation to avoid slowing down the team?
- Can you explain the importance of following safety protocols, even when you’re under time pressure or working alongside a fast-moving crew?
- Describe how you approach learning new skills on the job, especially if it’s something outside of your usual experience.
- How do you maintain good working relationships with teammates from different backgrounds or cultures?
- Give an example of a time you needed to quickly adapt to a new task or set of responsibilities during a project. What was the outcome?
- What does reliability mean to you in a team environment, and how do you demonstrate it day in and day out?
- When you finish a demanding day on site, how do you keep a positive attitude and connect with your coworkers?
- If you noticed a team member struggling with a task you’re comfortable with, how would you approach helping them?