Section Manager - Wet Utilities

Public Services Department-RAK; Ras Al Khaimah; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency in Ras al-Khaimah is seeking a Wet Utilities Section Manager to lead engineering activities for wastewater and stormwater systems. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's in Water/Wastewater, Civil, or Chemical Engineering and 12-15 years of relevant experience, particularly in the UAE/GCC. Key responsibilities include managing design approvals, project scheduling, and compliance with regulatory standards. This position offers an excellent opportunity for professionals passionate about water management and infrastructure development.

Qualifications

• 12–15 years of relevant experience, UAE/GCC experience preferred.
• Experience with consultants on major infrastructure/wet utility projects.
• Chartered Engineer certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead engineering and design activities for wet utility networks.
• Provide mentorship across wastewater, stormwater, and irrigation systems.
• Review and approve design documents for regulatory standards.
• Oversee project scheduling and resource allocation.
• Ensure compliance with local authority and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Technical expertise in wet utilities

Leadership and mentorship

Regulatory compliance

Project management

Risk management

Education

Bachelor's in Water/Wastewater, Civil, or Chemical Engineering

Master’s in relevant field

Job description

Job Purpose

The Wet Utilities Section Manager provides technical expertise and leadership across all wet utility networks including wastewater (sewage network), treated sewage effluent (TSE), drainage (stormwater), hydrology, and irrigation. This role is responsible for overseeing the engineering and design activities of the section, ensuring alignment with departmental planning, budgeting, and operational objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the planning and execution of all engineering and design activities related to wet utility networks.
• Provide technical expertise and mentorship across all wet utility assets, including wastewater, stormwater, TSE, and irrigation systems.
• Review and approve design documents, ensuring alignment with regulatory standards and internal quality benchmarks.
• Represent the department in technical discussions, coordination meetings, and external stakeholder engagements.
• Oversee project scheduling, resource allocation, and ensure timely delivery of wet utility inputs for projects.
• Collaborate with internal departments (Finance, Projects, Quality, etc.) to align technical requirements and operational needs.
• Ensure compliance with all local authority and regulatory requirements for design and implementation.
• Identify and manage risks related to planning, engineering, and project quality; implement mitigation measures.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date project documentation, reports, and records.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives by analyzing project performance and implementing best practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in Water/Wastewater, Civil, or Chemical Engineering (Master’s preferred).
• 12–15 years of relevant experience (UAE/GCC experience highly preferred).
• Experience with consultants on major infrastructure/wet utility projects.
• Chartered Engineer certification is a plus.