Calibration Manager

Bureau Veritas | Marine & Offshore; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Bureau Veritas | Marine & Offshore in Dubai seeks a Calibration Manager to oversee calibration and inspection activities, ensuring compliance with procedures and standards. The role includes budgeting, developing C&M policies, and coordinating with Sales for bids and quotations.

You will plan preventive maintenance, manage resources, and supervise a team to meet client requirements while upholding QHSSE standards and safety guidelines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a relevant field (Instrumentation Engineering preferred).
• Minimum of 7 years’ experience in calibration and metering, with at least 2 years in a supervisory role.
• Experience in budgeting, QA/QHSSE compliance, and supplier negotiations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee, manage and lead calibration and inspection activities per Company and customer requirements.
• Manage departmental budget and analyze spend vs variances to take remedial action.
• Develop and implement C&M policies, standards, processes, and procedures.
• Plan, schedule and conduct preventive maintenance per international standards and procedures.
• Liaise with Sales for quotations, bids and tenders and provide technical advice as required.
• Record and review calibration results and present reports on methods and outcomes.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a relevant field

Job description

Calibration Manager

Location: Dubai, Other/Not Applicable, AE

Contract: Permanent

Posting date: 15 Sept 2026

Job offer reference: 199246

• To oversee, manage and lead effective calibration and inspection activities as per Company and customer requirements whilst ensuring compliance with established procedures, standards, and guidelines
• Responsible for managing the departmental budget and analyzing budget vs spend to identify variances and take remedial action
• Responsible for the development and implementation of C&M policies, standards, processes, and procedures
• Plan, schedule and conduct preventive maintenance programmes for all equipment and tools as per international standards, manufacturer standards and Company procedures
• Liaise with the Sales department in the preparation and submission of quotations, bids and tenders and provide technical advice as and when required
• Record and review calibration results and produce reports describing procedures/methodology used and present results in an appropriate/required manner
• Lead discussions and negotiations with suppliers / vendors for C&M related purchase requirements to secure the most cost-effective deal for the Company
• Conduct technical evaluation for all C&M related purchases to ensure equipment meets technical specifications / operational requirements
• Conduct investigations and analyse complex/recurring problems related to equipment to identify gaps and recommend suitable solutions and/or perform remedial services
• Provide oversight and support for site preparation requirements for equipment including the provision of safety requirements
• Manage spares and consumables inventory ensuring stocks are replenished in a timely manner to meet operational requirements
• Oversee equipment installations by vendors and ensure installation adheres with Company/technical requirements
• Manage resource requirements ensuring resources are planned and scheduled appropriately to meet operational requirements
• Conduct stockpile surveys and generate reports as per customer requirements (where applicable)
• Ensure compliance with all relevant (internal and external) regulations including QHSSE requirements using company policies and procedures as appropriate
• Coach, lead and manage the performance of team members by helping them overcome professional challenges in order to accomplish their responsibilities in an accurate and efficient manner
• Set and agree individual goals for all direct reports and evaluate individual performance providing regular feedback and coaching in line with the company’s people management practices
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a relevant field (Instrumentation Engineering is preferred)
• Minimum of 7 (seven) years’ experience in calibration and metering of which a minimum of 2 (two) years must be in a supervisory role

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