About the Role: Responsibilities, Skills, and Requirements
Ever wondered what it’s like to walk onto a site and know you’re the reason things run smoothly—and safely? We're searching for a dedicated Site Supervisor who’s ready to take charge and make a visible impact. At our well-established maintenance company in Abu Dhabi’s dynamic Al Najda Street, this full-time, on-site role goes far beyond checking boxes: it’s about being the reliable leader clients and teammates count on, every single day.
About the Company
Here on Al Najda Street, we’re known as the folks who genuinely care about getting the job done right—the first time and every time. With a tight-knit crew that values professionalism, mutual support, and a dash of good humor between tasks, we prioritize both quality and camaraderie. Whether we’re handling a challenging client request or celebrating a month with zero safety incidents (that’s a big deal for us), we show up for each other—and our clients. Our growth in Abu Dhabi hinges on integrity, teamwork, and service you’d recommend to your neighbors.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Overseeing day-to-day site operations, making sure tasks are completed safely, efficiently, and to top-quality standards.
- Coordinating and supporting a team of maintenance technicians—sometimes you’ll lead from the front, sometimes you’ll be the behind-the-scenes problem solver.
- Serving as the key contact for clients on-site, addressing their queries with a solutions-first mindset.
- Ensuring absolute compliance with all safety and environmental regulations—think regular safety briefings and spot checks (because we take this seriously).
- Keeping detailed site logs, reporting incidents or inefficiencies, and communicating updates with management.
- Troubleshooting onsite issues as they arise, and sometimes rolling up your sleeves to help the team meet tight deadlines.
- Implementing and monitoring quality assurance processes across maintenance tasks.
What You’ll Bring
Must-Haves:
- Proven on-site supervisory experience—ideally in maintenance, facilities management, or related fields.
- Solid understanding of UAE safety and environmental standards.
- Strong leadership and team-building skills; you know how to motivate and delegate, not micromanage.
- Excellent problem-solving abilities and clear, friendly communication style (with clients and your crew alike).
- Reliability—you treat punctuality and documentation with the respect they deserve.
- Physical stamina for on-site oversight and the occasional hands-on task.
Nice-to-Haves:
- Technical certification related to maintenance or facilities management.
- Prior experience working in Abu Dhabi or UAE-based firms.
- Multilingual abilities—they help in our multicultural workplace!
Not sure you tick every box? We’d still love to hear from you.
Why You’ll Love Working Here
- Competitive monthly salary plus benefits package.
- Supportive, close-knit team that celebrates wins and rallies during challenges.
- Opportunities for growth and upskilling—you’re encouraged to keep learning.
- Stable, reputable company with a steady pipeline of projects.
- On-site work with the chance to see the tangible results of your leadership.
- Occasional team lunches and informal get-togethers (Fridays here have their own vibe).
If you’re passionate about leading teams, delivering high-quality service, and keeping everyone safe, our doorstep on Al Najda Street is open to you. Bring your experience, your energy, and your drive—we’ll handle the rest.
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 walk us through a recent experience where you successfully supervised a maintenance team on-site? What steps did you take to ensure tasks were completed safely and up to standard?
- How do you stay updated on current UAE safety and environmental regulations, and how have you implemented these on previous sites?
- Describe your typical approach to handling client queries or concerns when they arise during a project. Can you share an example where you turned a challenging client interaction into a positive outcome?
- When unexpected issues crop up on-site, how do you prioritize problem-solving while maintaining workflow and team morale?
- What methods do you use to monitor and ensure the quality of maintenance work performed by your team?
- Have you ever managed a culturally diverse crew? What strategies helped you communicate effectively and build team cohesion?
- Tell us about a time you coordinated a site with a tight deadline. How did you balance hands-on support with your supervisory responsibilities?
- How do you keep yourself and your team accountable when it comes to documentation and timely reporting?
- Can you share an experience where you led a safety briefing or conducted a spot check? What key points do you always address?
- How do you delegate tasks within your team to play to everyone’s strengths without falling into micromanagement?
- When was the last time you personally contributed to upskilling your team or introduced a new process to improve efficiency?
- In our company, camaraderie is important. How do you contribute to a positive team atmosphere, especially after dealing with demanding days on-site?
- What motivates you most in a supervisory role—seeing a project finished, a team hit their stride, or something else?
- Why are you interested in joining a close-knit maintenance team on Al Najda Street, and how do you see yourself growing with us?