Operations and Maintenance Manager

ENGIE; Dubai; On-site; AED 275,000 - 368,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy company is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to lead the maintenance of energy assets in Dubai. The role involves strategic planning, team leadership, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering and professional certifications in operations management. Additionally, skills in stakeholder engagement and team management are essential, along with experience in O&M for HVAC systems and solar PV operations. This is a full-time position with opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in O&M related to HVAC.
• Strong knowledge of solar PV system components and operations.
• Experience with electrical safety and utility coordination.

Responsibilities

• Lead the operation and maintenance of energy assets.
• Develop operational strategies for energy efficiency.
• Engage stakeholders to ensure project success.

Skills

Leadership and team management

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Knowledge of industry standards

HSE compliance knowledge

Stakeholder engagement

Organizational skills

Multitasking ability

Computer proficiency

Record keeping knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Professional certifications in operations management

Job description

JOB PURPOSE

Lead the end-to-end operation and maintenance of all energy assets, including solar PV plants, HVAC systems, and building energy infrastructure. Ensure optimized performance, reliability, and lifecycle value across the portfolio, aligning O&M activities with asset management and commercial objectives.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Strategic Planning: Develop and implement operational strategies to improve efficiency and achieve company objectives, particularly in energy efficiency retrofit projects.
• Resource Management: Oversee the allocation and management of resources, including manpower, equipment, and materials.
• Team Leadership: Lead and supervise a team, providing guidance, coaching, and support to ensure high performance.
• HSE Compliance: Ensure all operations comply with legal and regulatory requirements, with a strong focus on HSE standards.
• Performance Monitoring: Track key performance indicators (KPIs) and implement improvements as needed.
• Energy Savings: Ensure the implementation of Energy Savings Measures (ESMs) and achieve the required savings.
• HVAC Operations: Manage HVAC building operations and Building Management Systems (BMS).
• Measurement & Verification (M&V): Conduct M&V activities to verify energy savings and project performance.
• Stakeholder Management: Engage with stakeholders, including clients, contractors, and regulatory bodies, to ensure project alignment and successful outcomes.
• Solar PV Operations: Manage day-to-day O&M of ground-mounted and rooftop solar PV systems, including inverters, modules, transformers, and SCADA. Ensure generation targets, performance ratios (PR), and availability KPIs are met.
• Asset Performance Monitoring: Oversee real-time monitoring, fault detection, and remote diagnostics for PV assets and other energy systems. Lead root cause analysis (RCA) and implement corrective actions.
• Preventive & Predictive Maintenance: Design and execute maintenance plans using CMMS or digital tools for all assets (PV, HVAC, BMS). Include thermography, IV curve testing, string monitoring, and predictive analytics.
• Grid Interface & Compliance: Ensure PV systems comply with grid codes, interconnection standards, and utility reporting requirements. Coordinate outage planning and switching operations.
• Lifecycle Asset Management: Support budgeting, CAPEX/OPEX forecasting, spare parts strategy, and refurbishment planning for all energy assets.
• Performance Analytics & Reporting: Generate periodic performance reports (PR, degradation, downtime, MTTR, MTBF) and propose optimization strategies.
• Safety & Regulatory Compliance: Extend HSE and regulatory oversight to solar PV installations, high-voltage systems, and grid interconnections.

SKILLS REQUIRED

• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of operational best practices and industry standards.
• Expertise in HSE compliance and energy efficiency projects.
• Ability to manage and engage stakeholders effectively.
• Organized & rigorous.
• Ability to multitask.
• Proficient knowledge in computers and should be able to operate spreadsheets and word programs.
• Knowledge of administration and record keeping.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical Engineering or other relevant degree.
• Certifications: Professional certifications in operations management, energy management, or related fields.
• Experience: Strong Experience in the O&M, related to HVAC.
• Strong knowledge of solar PV system components, operations, and maintenance best practices.
• Familiarity with SCADA, remote monitoring platforms, and performance analytics tools.
• Experience with electrical safety, grid integration, and utility coordination.
• Ability to manage hybrid portfolios combining PV, HVAC, and energy efficiency assets.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Good written and spoken English.
• Good at computing, English skills both oral and written.
• Hindi/Urdu – Oral Communication.
• Arabic is a plus.
• Valid UAE D/L - Mandate.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Environment: Office (At one of the sites) setting with frequent travel to various operational sites. Hours: Full-time position, may require overtime or weekend work depending on operational needs.