Dredging Works Manager

STAR SERVICES LLC; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading dredging company in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Works Manager - Dredging to oversee and supervise dredging operations, ensuring adherence to planning and safety standards. The ideal candidate must hold a Master's degree in relevant engineering and possess 5 to 10 years of experience in dredging projects. Strong leadership and organizational skills, along with proficiency in MS Office and AutoCAD, are essential for this role, which also requires fluency in English and a valid driving license.

Qualifications

• 5 to 10 years of experience in dredging projects.
• Experience with project budget control and contractual understanding.
• Fluent in English; additional languages are an asset.

Responsibilities

• Organize and supervise dredging works, ensuring adherence to standards.
• Schedule deployment of personnel, vessels, and equipment.
• Ensure compliance with legal and contractual requirements.
• Conduct inspections and ensure tasks are performed by qualified personnel.

Skills

Technical expertise in dredging activities

Financial management skills

Administrative capabilities

Problem-solving mindset

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Advanced Excel skills

Education

Master's or Civil Engineer in Construction, Mechanical, or Marine Engineering

Tools

MS Office

AutoCAD

Project management software

Job description

About the job

Job Title: Works Manager - Dredging

Responsibilities

• Organize and supervise dredging works, ensuring adherence to planning, budgeting, quality, safety, and environmental standards.
• Schedule deployment of personnel, dredging vessels, auxiliary equipment, and subcontractors.
• Ensure compliance with legal and contractual requirements for dredging works.
• Report defects to vessels or equipment to the Technical Department and Project Manager.
• Daily reporting and consultation with the Project Manager and Head Office on operational activities.
• Conduct inspections and ensure tasks are performed by qualified personnel.
• Ensure the health and safety of employees and subcontractors, and compliance with environmental regulations.

HSE Responsibilities

• Demonstrate commitment to HSE performance improvement.
• Set an example in HSE matters and ensure an effective Occupational Health and Safety Management System (OHSMS).
• Communicate risks and impacts to supervisors and workers, ensuring safe work practices.
• Ensure compliance with HSE regulations and investigate accidents and hazardous situations.
• Conduct HSE inspections and organize toolbox meetings.

Qualifications

• Master's or Civil Engineer in Construction, Mechanical, or Marine Engineering (online degrees not valid).
• 5 to 10 years of experience in dredging projects.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Experience with project budget control and contractual understanding.
• Proficient in MS Office, AutoCAD, and Oracle platform understanding is an advantage.
• Fluent in English; additional languages are an asset.
• Valid driving license and physical fitness certification from AD Health Service Co. SEHA required for offshore projects.

Skills

• Technical, financial, and administrative expertise in dredging activities.
• Ability to link survey results to contractual implications.
• Problem-solving mindset and ability to motivate the project team.
• Advanced skills in Excel and project management software.