Deputy Plant Manager (Railway) Abu Dhabi, UAE

Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE

Company Description

We are supporting a major railway and infrastructure project in the UAE and are looking for an experienced Deputy Plant Manager – Railway to join the project team in Abu Dhabi.

Job Description

The Deputy Plant Manager will support the Plant Manager in managing the project's construction plant, heavy equipment, machinery, maintenance activities and equipment logistics.

The position will be responsible for maximizing equipment availability and reliability while maintaining high standards of safety, operational efficiency and cost control.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Plant Manager in the overall management of the project plant and equipment fleet.
• Plan and monitor preventive and corrective maintenance activities.
• Ensure maximum equipment availability and minimize downtime.
• Supervise maintenance teams, mechanics, technicians and plant operators.
• Coordinate the mobilization, allocation and demobilization of plant and equipment according to project requirements.
• Monitor equipment utilization, productivity, fuel consumption and operating costs.
• Manage spare parts, tools, consumables and workshop requirements.
• Coordinate with suppliers, manufacturers and subcontractors for maintenance and repairs.
• Maintain accurate equipment records, maintenance history and certification.
• Ensure all plant and equipment comply with UAE regulations, project requirements and HSE standards.
• Monitor equipment inspections, testing, certification and statutory requirements.
• Support procurement and sourcing of spare parts and equipment.
• Prepare plant performance reports and KPIs.
• Identify opportunities to improve equipment reliability and reduce operating costs.
• Support budgeting, forecasting and cost control.
• Ensure proper implementation of Plant Management / Asset Management systems.
• Coordinate with Construction, Trackwork, HSE, Planning and Project Management teams.
• Deputize for the Plant Manager when required.
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering or a relevant discipline.
• 8–12+ years of experience in plant/equipment management, preferably within railway or major infrastructure projects.
• Proven experience managing heavy construction and railway equipment.
• Strong knowledge of maintenance and fleet management.
• Experience managing technical teams and subcontractors.
• Knowledge of SAP, Maximo or other asset/fleet management systems is an advantage.
• Strong HSE awareness.
• GCC/UAE experience is highly desirable.
  
  

Key Performance Areas

• Plant availability
• Equipment utilization
• Equipment downtime
• Preventive maintenance compliance
• Maintenance cost
• Fuel consumption
• Breakdown frequency
• Spare parts availability
• Equipment safety and compliance
• Maintenance response time
  
  

SEGULA Technologies is a global engineering group, boosting the competitiveness of all major industrial sectors: automotive, aerospace, energy, rail, naval, life sciences, and telecoms. With a presence in more than 30 countries and 140 locations worldwide, the Group prioritizes close relationships with its clients, driven by the expertise of its 15,000 employees. As a leading engineering player putting innovation at the heart of its strategy, SEGULA Technologies manages large-scale projects, ranging from initial studies to industrialization and production. SEGULA TECHNOLOGIES is dedicated to gender balance and diversity, recognizing and recruiting talent of all backgrounds.