AVP Engineering – UAE

We’re excited to be working with a well-established, large-scale catering business in the UAE to find their next AVP of Engineering (Mechanical & HVAC).

This is a fantastic opportunity to lead a high-performing Engineering team that supports operations through maintenance, capital projects, and asset management – ensuring facilities, systems, and equipment are safe, efficient, compliant, and built to the highest standards.

What we are looking for:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, HVACR, or a related field
• PMP and relevant Safety Certifications (essential)
• Master’s Degree (highly desirable)
• Chartered Mechanical Engineer with strong, hands-on utilities and HVACR expertise
• Around 9+ years’ experience in Mechanical & HVACR engineering, with at 7 years in a leadership role
• Background in large scale catering, aviation or food production would be a big plus
• Comfortable using AutoCAD, Primavera, Revit, BIM, or similar tools
• Strong knowledge of Mechanical, HVACR, Extraction, and Plumbing systems within food-grade or airport infrastructure environments
• Good understanding of food safety, aviation regulations, HACCP, ISO standards, and safety compliance
• Proven experience leading multidisciplinary teams and delivering complex, large-scale projects
• Strong planning, budgeting, and contractor/vendor management skills
• Able to build solid relationships with stakeholders and regulatory bodies
• Confident communicator, comfortable presenting to senior leadership
• Practical, solutions-focused approach
• Able to manage challenges calmly and effectively
• Comfortable handling multiple projects in fast-paced environments
• Committed to quality, safety, and continuous improvement

Salary: Highly negotiable, plus an attractive benefits package.

If this sounds like you – or someone in your network – get in touch at michelle@corecruitment.com