Operation Manager - Infrastructure Maintenance

Egis in ANZ; Abu Dhabi Emirate; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading infrastructure company in the United Arab Emirates is seeking an experienced Operation Manager - Infrastructure Maintenance. This role demands oversight of maintenance operations to ensure reliability and efficiency. Key qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and at least 15 years of experience in maintaining infrastructure assets. The ideal candidate will possess strong project management and analytical skills. Night shift duty is required with lane closures at bridges and underpasses across Abu Dhabi.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 15 years experience in infrastructure maintenance operations.
• Strong project management skills with proficiency in relevant software.
• Professional certifications in Project Management preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement maintenance strategies and plans.
• Manage maintenance teams for timely project completion.
• Monitor performance metrics to improve processes.

Skills

Project management

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Risk assessment

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

Performance monitoring software

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Operation Manager - Infrastructure Maintenance to join our team in United Arab Emirates. In this critical role, you will be responsible for overseeing and optimizing the maintenance operations of our infrastructure assets, ensuring their reliability, efficiency, and longevity.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive infrastructure maintenance strategies and plans
• Manage and coordinate maintenance teams to ensure timely completion of projects and tasks
• Oversee the budget for maintenance operations, optimizing resource allocation and cost-effectiveness
• Conduct regular risk assessments and implement mitigation strategies to ensure operational continuity
• Monitor and analyze performance metrics to identify areas for improvement in maintenance processes
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align maintenance activities with overall organizational goals
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations, and industry best practices
• Develop and maintain relationships with key vendors and service providers
• Implement and oversee preventive maintenance programs to minimize downtime and extend asset life
• Prepare and present regular reports on maintenance activities, budget, and performance to senior management

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field
• Minimum of 15 years of experience in infrastructure maintenance operations, with a proven track record of success
• Strong project management skills with proficiency in relevant software and tools
• In-depth knowledge of infrastructure maintenance systems and best practices
• Experience in budgeting, financial management, and resource allocation
• Excellent risk assessment and mitigation skills
• Proven ability to lead and manage teams effectively
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficiency in performance monitoring and reporting
• Professional certifications in Project Management (e.g., PMP) or Facilities Management are preferred
• Experience managing large-scale infrastructure projects is highly desirable

Additional Information

The duty will be at night shift with lane closures at the bridges and underpasses. It covers a total of three projects within Abu Dhabi (North, South, and Mainland).