Automation Maintenance Engineer
Lubricate machinery, change parts, or perform other routine machinery maintenance. In the GCC market, this role is actively hired across Qatar with 2 recent postings.
An Automation Maintenance Engineer in the GCC region requires Reading Comprehension, Active Listening, Critical Thinking, Coordination, Operations Monitoring. Lubricate machinery, change parts, or perform other routine machinery maintenance. This role is in demand across the Gulf Cooperation Council countries.
Salary across the GCC
Monthly gross median in local currency, by country × seniority.
| Country | Junior | Mid-Level | Senior | Lead / Principal |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | 13,500 AED | 23,000 AED | 36,000 AED | 50,000 AED |
| Saudi Arabia | 13,000 SAR | 22,000 SAR | 34,500 SAR | 47,500 SAR |
| Qatar | 14,000 QAR | 24,500 QAR | 37,500 QAR | 52,000 QAR |
| Kuwait | 1,100 KWD | 1,900 KWD | 2,950 KWD | 4,100 KWD |
| Oman | 1,200 OMR | 2,100 OMR | 3,250 OMR | 4,550 OMR |
| Bahrain | 1,150 BHD | 2,000 BHD | 3,100 BHD | 4,300 BHD |
How Automation Maintenance Engineer pay varies in the UAE
UAE · mid-level · monthly gross in AED
Modelled from 500 market signals (Michael Page, Cooper Fitch & Hays surveys + Tabbio posting data) · updated June 15, 2026 · How we estimate
By company size
Median compensation varies with headcount.
Top-paying industries
Median for this role, ranked by sector.
Estimates modelled from GCC pay surveys and live posting volume — a directional guide, not a live salary feed.
Required skills
Top hiring companies
- ISS INTERNATIONAL SpA
- ISS International SpA
Active markets
- qatar
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Dismantle machines and remove parts for repair, using hand tools, chain falls, jacks, cranes, or hoists.
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Reassemble machines after the completion of repair or maintenance work.
- 03
Record production, repair, and machine maintenance information.
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Lubricate or apply adhesives or other materials to machines, machine parts, or other equipment according to specified procedures.
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Install, replace, or change machine parts and attachments, according to production specifications.
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Set up and operate machines, and adjust controls to regulate operations.
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Collaborate with other workers to repair or move machines, machine parts, or equipment.
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Read work orders and specifications to determine machines and equipment requiring repair or maintenance.
What is the average Automation Maintenance Engineer salary in the UAE?
The median monthly gross salary for a mid-level Automation Maintenance Engineer in the UAE is estimated from sample Gulf pay data. The figures scale with seniority — juniors earn roughly 55-60% of the mid level, seniors about 1.5×, and leads/principals close to 2×.
Which GCC country pays Automation Maintenance Engineer salaries the most?
Qatar and the UAE typically lead for Automation Maintenance Engineer salaries, with Saudi Arabia close behind. Kuwait, Bahrain, and Oman pay in local currency but the gross AED-equivalent is usually somewhat lower.
Are these figures gross or net?
All numbers are monthly gross base pay — before housing or transport allowances, bonuses, or statutory deductions. GCC payroll typically has no income tax for residents, so gross and net are close for most expats.
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