Job Requisition ID: 171150 

Established in the 1930s as a trading business, Al-Futtaim Group today is one of the most diversified and progressive, privately held regional businesses headquartered in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Structured into five operating divisions; automotive, financial services, real estate, retail and healthcare; employing more than 35,000 employees across more than 20 countries in the Middle East, Asia and Africa, Al-Futtaim Group partners with over 200 of the world's most admired and innovative brands. Al-Futtaim Group’s entrepreneurship and relentless customer focus enables the organization to continue to grow and expand; responding to the changing needs of our customers within the societies in which we operate. 

By upholding our values of respect, excellence, collaboration and integrity; Al-Futtaim Group continues to enrich the lives and aspirations of our customers each and every day

• The Electrician is responsible for managing electrical equipment on the shop floor and supporting the workshop coordinator to ensure store safety for both employees and customers. This role involves collaborating with the Interior Design team during store remodeling and catalogue launches, creating schedules and lists of necessary materials, and executing maintenance plans under the guidance of the Com-In Manager. Additionally, the Electrician performs tasks related to setting up and maintaining store fixtures and repairing merchandise.

• Assist the Interior Designers as required during store remodeling or catalogue launch planning.
• Develop own plans and lists of materials needed for work required in line with Com-In Department remodeling or catalogue launch plans.
• Schedule and complete decorator needs to meet deadlines.
• Liaise with the Com-In Manager to determine the scope of routine maintenance required and create routine work schedules.
• Draw up lists of materials and equipment required for work, selecting the best suppliers and managing procurement with the Workshop Coordinator.
• Assist in setting up or dismantling of store fixtures and conducting maintenance and repair when necessary.
• Assist in assembling furniture for display and repair damaged merchandise as needed.

• Finishing Carpentry and Metal Work Capabilities
• Effective Multitasking
• Customer Focus
• Individual Accountability

• Higher School / Trade School Graduate
• 3 years of relevant experience in electrical or related fields
• Proficiency in finishing carpentry, woodwork, metalwork, painting, wall and floor coverings, and electrical installations
• Good command of English and Arabic languages preferred

About Al-Futtaim Retail

Al-Futtaim Retail has established itself as one of the leaders in Retail across the Middle East, Africa & Asia over the past 30 years. We have developed partnerships with some of the biggest and most respected Brands in the world including IKEA, ACE and Toys R Us in the Middle East and the Inditex Group of Brands (Zara, Mango, Bershka and P&B) across Asia. We are also one of the largest Global partners of Marks and Spencer’s in both regions with over 75 stores offering both fashion & food options.
 
Most recently we have been responsible for bringing brands to the Middle East for the first time with the exciting launches of Watsons and B&Q and we aim to continue to be agile and adaptive to our markets with new launches and further development. For this to be possible we aim to recruit the best talent from all backgrounds who will continue to challenge and develop our diverse workforce which includes over 100 nationalities across 12 countries. Join us today and make a difference…

About Al-Futtaim IKEA

GROWING TOGETHER...

We are a values-driven company with a passion for life at home. Our vision is to create a better everyday life for the many people.

Al-Futtaim IKEA holds the franchise rights for IKEA in Egypt, Oman, Qatar and the United Arab Emirates.