Head of Port Equipment Engineering & Capital Projects

Abu Dhabi Ports; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 700,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Job summary

Abu Dhabi Ports seeks an experienced senior engineering leader to direct Equipment Engineering and Maintenance across its Ports Cluster. You will set strategy, standards and CAPEX programs for container handling equipment, driving reliability, safety and on-time delivery.

Requires 12–15 years in engineering with 5+ in management, Master’s or PMP preferred, and strong knowledge of MAXIMO and SAP. Fluency in English; Arabic is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical or Electromechanical Engineering or related field.
• Master's degree, professional engineering registration or PMP (preferred).
• Excellent English; Arabic an added advantage.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all engineering activities comply with HSE regulations and safety culture.
• Lead the Engineering function for the Ports Cluster and oversee equipment project portfolio.
• Establish engineering standards, specifications and design criteria for port equipment.
• Own and review annual/multi-year CAPEX plans and business cases.
• Oversee procurement input, tender specs and technical bid evaluations.
• Govern portfolio with KPIs and report progress to senior leadership.
• Manage relationships with OEMs, contractors and consultants; monitor performance.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical or Electromechanical Engineering

Master's degree or professional engineering registration or PMP (preferred)

Tools

MAXIMO

SMWP/SAP

Job description

Abu Dhabi Ports seeks an experienced senior engineering leader to direct Equipment Engineering and Maintenance across its Ports Cluster. You will set strategy, standards and CAPEX programs for container handling equipment, driving reliability, safety and on-time delivery.

Requires 12–15 years in engineering with 5+ in management, Master’s or PMP preferred, and strong knowledge of MAXIMO and SAP. Fluency in English; Arabic is a plus.