Timekeeper

Target Engineering Construction Co LLC; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 78,000 - 123,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Career progression

Job summary

Target Engineering Construction Co LLC in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Timekeeper to manage daily attendance, leave, and overtime for direct-hire and subcontractor personnel. You will ensure accurate data entry into Oracle ERP, generate daily reports for Site Management and HR, and support payroll and labor compliance on a large EPC project.

The role requires 2–4 years' experience, a high school certificate (Diploma/Bachelor's preferred), and strong Excel and communication skills to handle high-volume

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of experience as Timekeeper or similar workforce admin role in construction.
• Experience supporting EPC, Oil & Gas, industrial projects is highly preferred.
• Proficiency with Oracle ERP and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Collect, verify, and record daily attendance from biometric systems and logs.
• Maintain section-wise attendance records for direct-hire and subcontractor personnel.
• Enter data into Oracle ERP and generate daily attendance reports for Site Management and HR.
• Monitor and reconcile leave, overtime, and attendance discrepancies with supervisors and HR.
• Produce reports on attendance, absenteeism, overtime, and workforce by section and trade.
• Coordinate with Administration/Project teams to obtain approvals for timesheets.

Skills

Attendance management

Data accuracy

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Numerical proficiency

Education

High School Certificate

Diploma/Bachelor's degree

Tools

Oracle ERP

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Timekeeper

We are seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized Timekeeper to support our Oil & Gas EPC project operations. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the accurate, timely, and complete tracking of workforce attendance, leave, and overtime records, with seamless integration into the Oracle ERP system.

This position plays a critical role in workforce management, payroll support, labor reporting, and maintaining compliance with company policies and applicable labor regulations.

WHO WE ARE

Target Engineering brings 50+ years of experience in EPC and industrial infrastructure. With in-house fabrication, marine expertise, and multidisciplinary capability, we deliver projects with scale, confidence, and care.

WHY JOIN US

At Target Engineering, you’ll work on large-scale energy, marine, and civil infrastructure projects. Join a business with deep technical roots, where your voice is heard, your impact is visible, and your career is part of a legacy of excellence.

YOUR ROLE

As Timekeeper, you will :

Daily Attendance Management

• Collect, verify, and record daily attendance data from biometric systems and manual logs.
• Maintain accurate section-wise attendance records for direct-hire employees and subcontractor personnel.
• Ensure timely and accurate data entry into Oracle ERP.
• Generate and distribute daily attendance reports to Site Management and HR.

Leave & Absence Administration

• Monitor, verify, and maintain records for all employee leave categories.
• Update leave balances and supporting documentation within Oracle ERP.
• Reconcile attendance and leave discrepancies with supervisors and HR.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and labor laws.

Overtime (OT) Management

• Record and monitor overtime hours for blue-collar workers and subcontractor personnel.
• Verify overtime approvals in accordance with project schedules and company procedures.
• Ensure overtime records are accurately entered into Oracle ERP.
• Monitor overtime thresholds and report potential policy or regulatory violations.

ERP Data Management

• Maintain real-time attendance, leave, and overtime data within Oracle ERP.
• Identify and escalation ERP, biometric, or system synchronization issues.
• Ensure data integrity, confidentiality, and proper record management.

Reporting & Workforce Analytics

• Generate daily, weekly, bi-weekly, and monthly reports covering:
• Attendance
• Absenteeism
• Overtime summaries
• Workforce headcount by section and trade
• Provide ad-hoc reports for Project Management, HR, Payroll, and Site Administration.
• Verify and validate all reports prior to submission.

Team Coordination & Support

• Guide and support Junior Timekeepers in data collection and system updates.
• Coordinate attendance reporting across multiple project zones and work fronts.
• Act as the focal point for timekeeping inquiries and issue resolution.

Stakeholder Communication & Approvals

• Work closely with the Administration Manager, Project Manager, Construction Manager, and Project Director to obtain approvals for daily and periodic timesheets.
• Liaise with project teams, HR, payroll, site administration, and subcontractors to ensure accurate workforce records.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

Experience

• 2-4 years of experience as a Timekeeper or in a similar workforce administration role within a construction company.
• Experience supporting large-scale EPC, Oil & Gas, Industrial, Infrastructure, or Heavy Construction projects is highly preferred.

Education and Certifications

• High School Certificate (Mandatory)
• Diploma or Bachelor's Degree (Preferred)

Skills and Competencies

• Strong knowledge of attendance, leave, and overtime administration.
• Experience working with Oracle ERP or similar ERP platforms.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and reporting tools.
• Understanding of labor laws and workforce compliance requirements.
• Excellent numerical accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and coordination skills.
• Ability to manage large workforce data in a fast-paced project environment.

WHAT WE OFFER

• The chance to contribute to some of UAE's Oil and Gas EPC Mega projects.
• A collaborative, supportive environment that values innovation and excellence.
• Opportunities for professional growth and career progression.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.