Senior Marine Operations & Maintenance Leader

Roads and Transport Authority; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 300,000 - 540,000; Full time

Job summary

Roads and Transport Authority in Dubai seeks an experienced leader to manage the operation and maintenance of the emirate's maritime transport systems, ensuring safety, reliability and cost efficiency.

You will oversee fleet operations, scheduling, maintenance, and compliance with quality, safety, and asset lifecycle standards while driving service excellence and sustainability across marine transport modes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Marine Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Maritime Operations.
• 12+ years of experience for Master’s (14+ for Bachelor’s).
• PM certifications: PMP, NEBOSH IGC, CMRP.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead strategic and operational plans for maritime transport operations and maintenance aligned with RTA’s objectives.
• Establish operational boundaries, technical standards, and performance KPIs to ensure safe and efficient asset utilization.
• Develop and manage annual budgets and forecasts for marine operations and maintenance, monitoring expenditures and recommending adjustments.
• Define goals, initiatives, and key performance indicators to enhance operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.
• Develop contingency and emergency response plans to ensure continuity and sustainability of the maritime transport network.
• Oversee the implementation of marine transport operations and maintenance in line with optimal asset lifecycle strategies.
• Govern the preparation and management of daily operational schedules for marine services and adjust them per customer demand and strategic plans.
• Supervise the execution of operation and maintenance contracts, ensuring service providers meet technical and contractual specifications.
• Monitor and improve fleet utilization and operational efficiency through effective preventive maintenance programs.

Skills

Strategic planning

Operational management

Budgeting

KPIs & performance

Stakeholder coordination

Safety & quality

Continuous improvement

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Marine Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Maritime Operations

PMP

NEBOSH IGC

CMRP

Tools

PM certifications

Job description

Roads and Transport Authority in Dubai seeks an experienced leader to manage the operation and maintenance of the emirate's maritime transport systems, ensuring safety, reliability and cost efficiency.

You will oversee fleet operations, scheduling, maintenance, and compliance with quality, safety, and asset lifecycle standards while driving service excellence and sustainability across marine transport modes.