MANAGEMENT TRAINEESHIP - MIDDLE EAST

Aertssen Machinery Services ltd; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accelerated career development

Exposure to senior management

Structured learning and mentoring

Job summary

Aertssen Machinery Services ltd is offering a Management Traineeship in UAE designed for recent graduates with a Master's in Engineering. Over 24 months, this program includes rotations in commercial, operations, procurement, and strategic project assignments, all aimed at building future leaders.

The role provides exposure to senior management, contributing to expansion initiatives. Ideal candidates are adaptable, with a strong interest in cranes and lifting machinery, fluent in English, and skilled in MS Office.

Qualifications

• Recent graduate or early-career professional with high potential.
• Strong interest in an international career.
• Interest in heavy equipment, particularly cranes and heavy lifting machinery.
• Adaptable, driven, and eager to learn.

Responsibilities

• Gain exposure to sales, tendering, client management, and contract negotiation.
• Take part in project execution, planning, and equipment deployment.
• Develop expertise in vendor management and sourcing strategies.
• Lead or contribute to projects with business impact.

Skills

Strong proficiency in English

Proficient in MS Office, especially MS Excel

Excellent communication and analytical skills

Education

Master's degree in Engineering Sciences, Industrial Engineering, or Commercial Engineering

Job description

Location: UAE | Qatar | Singapore

Type: Full-time | 2 years

Company Presentation

Aertssen Machinery Services is proudly part of the Aertssen Group, a family-owned company based in Belgium with over 60 years of history. Over the past 15 years, with our state-of-the-art machinery, we have established a reputable presence in the Middle East, with offices in UAE, Qatar and KSA. We operate in two divisions: Heavy Lifting & Earthmoving, ensuring the execution of a wide range of diverse projects on daily basis. Our advanced fleet of high-tech machinery, combined with our nine hundred specialized employees, empowers us to consistently deliver customer-centric service. Our employees are invaluable to us. After all, it's the synergy between our passionate team and our machinery that drives our daily excellence in everything we do.

At Aertssen Machinery Services, our mission is to live up to the promise made in our slogan every day: People, power, and passion to build on.

Our Management Traineeship is designed to attract and develop high-potential young professionals with the ambition to grow into future leaders within our organization. Over 24 months, you will gain hands‑on experience, international exposure, and the strategic mindset needed to build a successful career across the Middle East and Asia.

Traineeship structure

The program consists of four 6-month rotations across core business functions, providing a well-rounded understanding of our operations:

Commercial (6 months)
Gain exposure to sales, tendering, client management, and contract negotiation.

Operations (6 months)
Take part in project execution, planning, and equipment deployment on site.

Procurement / Supply Chain (6 months)
Develop expertise in vendor management, sourcing strategies, and cost optimization.

Strategic Project Assignment (6 months)
Lead or contribute to a cross‑functional project with direct business impact (e.g. expansion initiatives or operational improvements).

You will rotate across key locations to build a global mindset and cultural agility, including:

UAE (Head Office / regional hub)

Qatar (key operational market)

Singapore (strategic international exposure)

Start date: January 2027

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Engineering Sciences, Industrial Engineering, or Commercial Engineering

Recent graduate or early‑career professional with high potential

Strong interest in an international career

Interest in heavy equipment, particularly for cranes, heavy lifting machinery, and earthmoving equipment

Strong proficiency in the English language, with excellent writing and reading skills.

Proficient in MS Office, especially MS Excel

Adaptable, driven, and eager to learn

Excellent communication and analytical skills.

What we offer

The opportunity to join an internationally growing company with a strong global footprint

A role within a dynamic team, where you can actively contribute to and benefit from our continuous expansion and international reach

Accelerated career development towards future leadership roles

Exposure to senior management and strategic decision-making

A diverse, international work environment

Structured learning and mentoring throughout the program

Apply today!

Please email your resume and a tailored cover letter explaining your fit for the role.