Sr. Plant (Workshop) Engineer

Ali And Sons Holding L.L.C; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 250,000 - 380,000; Full time

Job summary

Ali And Sons Holding L.L.C. in the United Arab Emirates is seeking a Senior Plant Workshop Engineer to oversee the maintenance, repair, and readiness of its fleet of construction plant machinery and heavy equipment.

The role focuses on maximizing uptime, reliability and cost efficiency for project operations. The candidate will drive preventive maintenance programs, monitor equipment utilization, and supervise workshop personnel and subcontractors to ensure safe, compliant operations and timely

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or related field.
• 10–15 years UAE/GCC experience in plant maintenance and workshop operations.
• Mandatory experience with leading construction or contracting companies.

Responsibilities

• Oversee maintenance, repair and readiness of the fleet; implement preventive maintenance programs to maximize uptime and cost efficiency.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Professional certifications related to heavy equipment or maintenance management

Job description

The Senior Plant Workshop Engineer is responsible for overseeing the maintenance repair servicing and operational readiness of the Company s fleet of construction plant machinery and heavy equipment The role ensures maximum equipment availability reliability and cost efficiency while supporting project operations through effective workshop management and preventive maintenance programs

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day operations of the central workshop ensuring timely maintenance and repair of construction equipment Plan and implement preventive and corrective maintenance programs for heavy equipment plant and vehicles Monitor equipment utilization availability downtime and productivity to support project requirements Coordinate equipment mobilization and demobilization between projects Supervise workshop personnel technicians mechanics and subcontractors to ensure safe and efficient operations Prepare maintenance schedules technical reports equipment condition assessments and performance analyses Monitor maintenance costs spare parts inventory and workshop budgets while identifying cost-saving opportunities Ensure compliance with Company HSE policies manufacturer recommendations and applicable statutory regulations Coordinate the erection dismantling inspection and certification of tower cranes passenger hoists and other lifting equipment in accordance with safety standards Liaise with Project Managers and Site Teams to ensure timely availability of equipment and plant resources

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering (preferred) or a related engineering discipline.
• Professional certifications related to heavy equipment or maintenance management will be an advantage.
• ExperienceMinimum 10–15 years of relevant UAE/GCC experience in plant maintenance, workshop operations, and heavy construction equipment.
• Previous experience with a leading construction or contracting company is mandatory.
• Strong experience managing heavy equipment, including:Tower CranesPassenger HoistsExcavatorsCranesWheel LoadersGeneratorsAir CompressorsBatching PlantsCrushersMarine Equipment (preferred)