Job ID
51436
Job Title
Maintenance Officer
To work for
The HALO Trust
Country
Syria
City
Edleb
Field of Work
Construction/Installation/Repair - Transport/Auto park/Drivers - Humanitarian/Disasters
Job Type
Full time
Minimum Education Level
Not matter
Responsibilities
The Maintenance Officer is responsible for the day-to-day technical maintenance of the Syria Programme fleet and mechanical assets, working within the Fleet Department and reporting directly to the Fleet Officer. The role covers scheduled and reactive maintenance for light vehicles, heavy goods vehicles and mech plant equipment, ensuring assets remain safe, serviceable and available for operations. The maintenance officer will work in a workshop environment, manage spare parts for both fleet and mechanical assets, maintain maintenance trackers, and produce regular reports on preventative and corrective maintenance. The current asset profile includes: (subject to expansion)
-Light vehicles: Mitsubishi L200 pick-ups, Hyundai Staria, Hyundai H100
-Heavy / HGV assets: Hyundai flatbed with crane, Scania Class 1 truck, low-loader trailer
-Mechanical / plant assets: Volvo mech units comprising front loaders and excavator
The Maintenance Officer will support workshop organisation, quality of repairs, parts control and documentation so that downtime is minimised and maintenance standards are applied consistently across all asset types.
-Light vehicles: Mitsubishi L200 pick-ups, Hyundai Staria, Hyundai H100
-Heavy / HGV assets: Hyundai flatbed with crane, Scania Class 1 truck, low-loader trailer
-Mechanical / plant assets: Volvo mech units comprising front loaders and excavator
The Maintenance Officer will support workshop organisation, quality of repairs, parts control and documentation so that downtime is minimised and maintenance standards are applied consistently across all asset types.
Qualifications
•Minimum 2-4 years’ experience in a vehicle workshop
•Valid category B Syria Driving Licence essential. Category D1 and D2 Driving license advantageous
•Technical diploma or vocational qualification in automotive mechanics, heavy vehicle mechanics, plant / construction equipment maintenance, or a closely related field. Equivalent practical experience may be considered.
•Proven experience in fleet maintenance, covering light vehicles and preferably HGV / commercial vehicles.
•Demonstrable experience working in a workshop environment, including job cards, servicing schedules, quality checks and safe workshop practice.
•Practical experience in identification, specification, stock control and use of spare parts for both road fleet and mechanical / plant assets.
•Experience updating maintenance trackers / logs and reporting on preventative maintenance, services completed, outstanding works and asset condition.
•Sound technical knowledge of diesel vehicles, hydraulic systems, braking systems, engines, transmissions and common workshop diagnostic methods.
•Ability to read and apply OEM service intervals and technical specifications for Mitsubishi, Hyundai and Volvo equipment.
•Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel / Office, or equivalent systems used for maintenance tracking and parts records.
•Good written and verbal communication skills in [Arabic / English], sufficient to complete job cards, parts lists and maintenance reports.
•Willingness and ability to work in the Syria operating context, including field / workshop locations as required.
•Valid category B Syria Driving Licence essential. Category D1 and D2 Driving license advantageous
•Technical diploma or vocational qualification in automotive mechanics, heavy vehicle mechanics, plant / construction equipment maintenance, or a closely related field. Equivalent practical experience may be considered.
•Proven experience in fleet maintenance, covering light vehicles and preferably HGV / commercial vehicles.
•Demonstrable experience working in a workshop environment, including job cards, servicing schedules, quality checks and safe workshop practice.
•Practical experience in identification, specification, stock control and use of spare parts for both road fleet and mechanical / plant assets.
•Experience updating maintenance trackers / logs and reporting on preventative maintenance, services completed, outstanding works and asset condition.
•Sound technical knowledge of diesel vehicles, hydraulic systems, braking systems, engines, transmissions and common workshop diagnostic methods.
•Ability to read and apply OEM service intervals and technical specifications for Mitsubishi, Hyundai and Volvo equipment.
•Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel / Office, or equivalent systems used for maintenance tracking and parts records.
•Good written and verbal communication skills in [Arabic / English], sufficient to complete job cards, parts lists and maintenance reports.
•Willingness and ability to work in the Syria operating context, including field / workshop locations as required.
Specific Vacancy Requirements
At all times all HALO Trust employees are expected to:
•Behave and perform duties to a high standard, always upholding The HALO Trust’s good reputation during HALO’s working cycle
•Build and maintain good relations with the local communities that we work in and work to help
•Work well with others and always support our HALO colleagues and respect each other
•Maintain a professional approach, always behaving professionally and wearing HALO uniform and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
•Behave and perform duties to a high standard, always upholding The HALO Trust’s good reputation during HALO’s working cycle
•Build and maintain good relations with the local communities that we work in and work to help
•Work well with others and always support our HALO colleagues and respect each other
•Maintain a professional approach, always behaving professionally and wearing HALO uniform and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Salary and Benefits
Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.
Opportunities for professional development and training.
Inclusive and supportive work environment.
Opportunities for professional development and training.
Inclusive and supportive work environment.
About us
HALO Trust is the worlds largest humanitarian organization specializing in mine action. It is a non-governmental, non-political, and non-religious organization headquartered in the United Kingdom. The organization mission is to protect lives and restore livelihoods for communities affected by conflict by removing landmines and explosive remnants of war, enabling communities and countries to recover safely.
HALO is committed to the principle of equal opportunity and does not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of age, gender, race, religion, disability, or any other characteristic. All recruitment processes are conducted with full transparency, and selection is based solely on competence and the ability to perform the tasks. The organization encourages women and persons with disabilities to apply for positions.
HALO has been operating in Syria since 2016, implementing humanitarian mine action activities, including survey, mine clearance, and explosive ordnance risk education. The program is currently undergoing an expansion phase due to recent developments in Syria, which have created broader opportunities for humanitarian mine clearance organizations to work inside the country.
HALO is committed to the principle of equal opportunity and does not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of age, gender, race, religion, disability, or any other characteristic. All recruitment processes are conducted with full transparency, and selection is based solely on competence and the ability to perform the tasks. The organization encourages women and persons with disabilities to apply for positions.
HALO has been operating in Syria since 2016, implementing humanitarian mine action activities, including survey, mine clearance, and explosive ordnance risk education. The program is currently undergoing an expansion phase due to recent developments in Syria, which have created broader opportunities for humanitarian mine clearance organizations to work inside the country.
Required employees number
1
Posted On
Oct 05, 2026
Expiry Date
Nov 04, 2026