KEO is a creative enterprise, where innovation is a way of life. We are uniquely resourced with end-to-end services to take clients from inspiration – through conceptualization – to realization of planning, design or project delivery in the built and natural environments. For over 60 years we’ve led with vision, contributing to many of the world’s most ambitious projects, iconic places, remarkable experiences and prosperous communities.

As a highly integrated and agile AEP/PMCM firm, KEO is recognized by ENR as one of the Top 225 International Design Firms and one of the Top 20 International PM/CM Firms. We are also ranked by World Architecture as the 51st largest global architecture firm and the #1 Firm in the Middle East Region in their 2024 WA100 Survey.

We invite you to join us. Why?

When you join KEO, you’ll discover more than just a job – you’ll find a supportive environment that fosters your professional development through internal global mobility and career development and does so within a culture that supports company-wide health and well-being through on-demand counselling services and regular workplace clinics. You will be invited to celebrate community events such as sports days, fun-runs, in-house sports teams and beach clean ups. In addition to your competitive package and benefits you will have access to a suite of policies that include hybrid working arrangements, individual athletic sponsorship, study assistance sponsorship, employee referral rewards.

Our newest opportunity is for a talented Utilities Inspector to join our team in Al Ain, UAE.

The Utilities Inspector will be responsible for inspecting and ensuring the quality and proper installation of irrigation systems, along with other wet utilities such as sewerage, stormwater, potable water networks, manholes, and ducts. The role will involve collaborating with engineers, contractors, and other stakeholders to ensure the smooth execution of the irrigation and wet utilities components of the project.

We envisage success in this role to include;

• Inspect and oversee the installation, testing, and maintenance of irrigation systems, ensuring compliance with project specifications and standards.
• Monitor and verify the proper installation of all related wet utilities, including sewerage, stormwater systems, potable water networks, manholes, ducts, and other associated infrastructure.
• Ensure adherence to all safety protocols and regulations during the installation and operation of irrigation and other utility systems.
• Conduct regular site inspections and provide reports on the progress, quality, and any issues encountered during construction.
• Collaborate with engineers, project managers, and contractors to review technical plans, specifications, and project requirements related to irrigation and wet utilities.
• Perform tests on irrigation systems and wet utilities to verify their functionality, pressure testing, and integrity.
• Ensure that all materials used in the installation of irrigation systems and wet utilities meet the required quality standards.
• Provide technical support and guidance to construction teams during the installation process, addressing any issues or challenges that arise.
• Document inspection results, track deficiencies, and follow up on corrective actions.
• Maintain records of inspection reports, test results, and other related documents.
• Assist in the coordination of inspections with relevant authorities to ensure compliance with local regulations and standards.
  

To be successful in this dynamic opportunity, we envision that your career journey to date will include 7 years of work experience partnered with a Bachelor's degree or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering.

Candidates with UAE experience in irrigation and pumping station projects will be preferred.

KEO’s performance is founded upon integrity, results, innovation, safety, and our people. We embrace diversity and recognise its’ contribution to client success wherever we work.

We are excited to hear how you can partner with our award-winning team and treat all expressions of interest confidentially.