Plant Engineering Lead — Asset & CAPEX Projects

Thomsun InfoCare; Dubai; On-site; AED 180,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

Thomsun InfoCare in Dubai invites applications for a Plant Engineer to oversee asset management, maintenance, and project delivery for manufacturing facilities.

The role requires a BE/B Tech, 12–15 years’ experience, and a track record in CAPEX projects, with strong knowledge across mechanical, electrical, electronics, instrumentation and civil disciplines, plus leadership and vendor coordination.

Qualifications

• BE/B Tech from a reputed college/university.
• Must possess 12–15 years of post-qualification experience.
• At least 5 years in a managerial position.
• Must have handled new machine installations / Key CAPEX projects.
• Strong knowledge in Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics & Instrumentation & Civil.
• Problem-solving skills & interpersonal skills.
• Must have handled construction of warehouses/maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Managing the upkeep of all manufacturing assets/maintenance & ensure operational capacity of the assets.
• Coordinate and manage repair and maintenance projects, focused on preventive maintenance.
• Oversee efficient operation of utilities including Water, Electricity & HVAC systems.
• Maintain inventory of supplies & equipment necessary for maintenance tasks.
• Managing maintenance budget and assisting in the design, installation of new systems.
• 10% rule: A preventive maintenance action should be completed within 10% of the scheduled maintenance interval.
• Contribute to the creation & implementation of best practice maintenance vision.
• Effectively delegate maintenance issues to be resolved on each shift & small projects to the right skills in the team, planning & managing effective works.
• Develop planned preventive maintenance schedule (PPM) & execute according to the plan.
• Audit & ensure compliance of the Engineering Data Systems.
• Optimize equipment according to standard procedures.
• Safe custody of plant layout, machine drawings, other operational documents & implement operating manuals/procedures.
• Timely calibration of plant & equipment.
• People management and continuous training.
• Liaise & communicate with other departments, suppliers & service providers.
• Understanding of quality audits, ISO/HALAL/GMP/Hygiene audits.
• Strong maintenance experience in chillers, blast freezers, compressors, conveyors & other common utilities in manufacturing.
• Understanding of legal safety regulations.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD software or equivalent tools.
• Key role in the group’s expansion programs & project management

Skills

Asset management

Maintenance planning

Project management

MEP knowledge

AutoCAD

Vendor liaison

Team leadership

Education

BE/B Tech

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Thomsun InfoCare in Dubai invites applications for a Plant Engineer to oversee asset management, maintenance, and project delivery for manufacturing facilities.

The role requires a BE/B Tech, 12–15 years’ experience, and a track record in CAPEX projects, with strong knowledge across mechanical, electrical, electronics, instrumentation and civil disciplines, plus leadership and vendor coordination.