Automation Operations & Maintenance Leader

Magnet HR Tech Digital; Dubai; On-site; AED 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Magnet HR Tech Digital is seeking an Operations & Maintenance Manager in the UAE to lead the operation, maintenance, and service delivery of automated material handling systems, cargo handling equipment, and warehouse automation solutions.

You will drive system availability, safety, quality, and customer satisfaction while ensuring contractual compliance and operational profitability. The role requires strong leadership and expertise in PLC/SCADA, automation, and team management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering, or related field.
• PMP certification is an advantage.
• NEBOSH or IOSH certification desirable.
• PLC/SCADA or industrial automation certification advantageous.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in industrial automation or material handling; 5+ years in a managerial role.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day operation and maintenance across all customer sites.
• Ensure preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance per contractual requirements.
• Maximise system uptime and equipment reliability; minimise downtime.
• Ensure SLA/KPI compliance and contract obligations.
• Develop operational strategies to improve efficiency and customer satisfaction.
• Develop and implement preventive maintenance schedules; manage emergencies.
• Conduct RCA for major failures; monitor MTBF/MTTR and availability.
• Provide technical guidance for automated cargo handling, parking, warehouses, conveyors, ASRS, and robotics.
• Lead engineers, technicians, and subcontractors; conduct performance appraisals.
• Serve as primary client contact for operations; attend reviews and address complaints.
• Manage maintenance budgets, spare parts inventory, and AMC proposals.
• Ensure HSEQ compliance with UAE regulations and ISO standards.
• Prepare monthly operational reports and present to management.

Skills

Leadership

People management

Strategic planning

Customer relationship management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

PLC/SCADA systems

Industrial automation

Job description

Magnet HR Tech Digital is seeking an Operations & Maintenance Manager in the UAE to lead the operation, maintenance, and service delivery of automated material handling systems, cargo handling equipment, and warehouse automation solutions.

You will drive system availability, safety, quality, and customer satisfaction while ensuring contractual compliance and operational profitability. The role requires strong leadership and expertise in PLC/SCADA, automation, and team management.