Continuous Improvement Lead — Kaizen & Lean Projects

Ebara Elliott Energy; Abu Dhabi; Hybrid; AED 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Ebara Elliott Energy seeks a Lean/CI professional to lead small improvement projects across manufacturing and service networks in Abu Dhabi. You will facilitate Kaizen events, develop standard work, and track KPI benefits with cross-functional teams.

The role requires 3–5 years in CI, Lean/Six Sigma awareness, and strong problem-solving and communication skills. Hybrid work from KEZAD Free Zone, Abu Dhabi, with field support as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Operations, or related field.
• 3–5 years applying CI / process improvement in manufacturing, service, or operational environments.
• Lean / Six Sigma Green Belt preferred (or in progress).
• Experience leading small projects/workstreams.
• Strong facilitation and data-driven problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead small projects using A3/PDCA/DMAIC.
• Facilitate Kaizen workshops and implement improvements.
• Develop visual management, standard work, and training materials.
• Track KPIs and validate benefits with stakeholders.
• Structured problem solving; facilitation; stakeholder engagement.
• Project management fundamentals; data-driven decision making.
• Change adoption and sustainment mindset.
• Utilize Six Sigma, lean tools and techniques, or other methods to gather and analyze data, develop action plans and implement solutions to achieve cost savings and product function improvements.
• Communication in a professional, positive, courteous manner at all times with all levels of the business.

Skills

Kaizen facilitation

A3/PDCA/DMAIC

KPI tracking

FMEA basics

Control plans

Stakeholder engagement

Cross-functional teamwork

Communication

Shop floor experience

Process mindset

Meeting facilitation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Job description

Ebara Elliott Energy seeks a Lean/CI professional to lead small improvement projects across manufacturing and service networks in Abu Dhabi. You will facilitate Kaizen events, develop standard work, and track KPI benefits with cross-functional teams.

The role requires 3–5 years in CI, Lean/Six Sigma awareness, and strong problem-solving and communication skills. Hybrid work from KEZAD Free Zone, Abu Dhabi, with field support as needed.