Plant Director

JMG Solutions Ltd; Muscat; On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in heavy civil infrastructure is seeking a Plant Director to oversee plant operations and fleet management across the Middle East. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in equipment management, procurement, and team leadership, ensuring operational efficiency and compliance with industry standards.

Benefits

Competitive tax-free salary

Housing and transport allowance

Medical insurance

Annual flight tickets

Performance-based bonus

Career growth opportunities

Qualifications

• 10–20 years of experience in plant and fleet management.
• At least 5 years in a senior leadership role.
• Strong background in managing equipment for road construction.

Responsibilities

• Lead and optimize performance of the plant and equipment department.
• Oversee lifecycle management of roadwork machinery.
• Develop maintenance strategies to maximize uptime.

Skills

Fleet management

Vendor management

HSE compliance

Procurement

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

️ Job Title: Plant Director

Location: Middle East (UAE, Saudi Arabia, Oman, or other GCC countries)

️ Industry: Heavy Civil Infrastructure / Roadworks / Construction

Employment Type: Full-Time | Permanent

Role Overview:

We are seeking an experienced and results-driven Plant Director to lead all aspects of plant operations, fleet maintenance, equipment procurement, and asset management for a major civil infrastructure contractor operating across the Middle East. This role is critical to ensuring the reliability, cost-efficiency, and operational readiness of roadwork and heavy equipment fleets.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead, manage, and optimize the performance of the plant and equipment department.
• Oversee the lifecycle management of roadwork machinery (pavers, graders, rollers, dozers, etc.).
• Develop and implement preventive and corrective maintenance strategies to maximize uptime.
• Manage large-scale procurement of plant equipment, spare parts, and consumables.
• Negotiate with vendors and suppliers to ensure quality, cost-effectiveness, and timely delivery.
• Establish KPIs and reporting systems for fleet performance and cost control.
• Ensure compliance with HSE standards and maintenance best practices.
• Lead and mentor teams including plant managers, engineers, workshop supervisors, and storekeepers.
• Liaise closely with project managers, procurement teams, and finance for alignment on operational goals.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• 10–20 years of experience in plant and fleet management, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role.
• Strong background in managing equipment for road construction and infrastructure projects.
• Proven experience in fleet procurement, CAPEX planning, and vendor management.
• Technical expertise in heavy machinery maintenance and asset lifecycle planning.
• Experience in the Middle East or a strong understanding of regional logistics, supply chains, and workforce dynamics.
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field (preferred).

Benefits:

• Competitive tax-free salary
• Housing and transport allowance
• Medical insurance
• Annual flight tickets
• Performance-based bonus
• Career growth opportunities with a major regional contractor