JOB DESCRIPTION
Job Title
Hydraulic Lab Manager (Marine Experienced)
Reporting To
Engineering Director Marine / Project Director
Location
Abu Dhabi, UAE (with offshore/onshore project support)
Job Purpose
To manage and lead the Hydraulic Laboratory for marine and offshore engineering activities, ensuring accurate testing, analysis, and validation of hydraulic, dredging, and marine-related experiments. The role ensures laboratory operations comply with ADNOC engineering standards, HSE requirements, and international best practices, supporting design, project execution, and operational decision-making.
Key Accountabilities & Responsibilities
Lab Operations Management
- Plan, coordinate, and oversee daily laboratory operations including hydraulic, sediment, dredging, and marine simulation tests.
- Ensure proper calibration, maintenance, and operation of lab equipment, flumes, pumps, and measurement devices.
- Monitor lab productivity, workflow, and testing schedules to support project requirements.
Technical & Experimental Oversight
- Design and supervise hydraulic experiments related to dredging, marine structures, sediment transport, and offshore operations.
- Provide technical support to engineering and project teams using lab data for design validation and operational planning.
- Develop test methodologies and protocols ensuring accuracy, repeatability, and reliability of results.
HSE & Compliance
- Ensure the laboratory complies with ADNOC HSEMS, marine safety standards, and laboratory safety protocols.
- Conduct risk assessments, safe work procedures, and emergency drills for lab personnel.
- Ensure proper handling, storage, and disposal of chemicals and marine sediments.
Team Leadership & Development
- Lead, mentor, and manage laboratory engineers, technicians, and support staff.
- Ensure staff competency, training, and certification are maintained.
- Foster a culture of safety, technical excellence, and continuous improvement.
Reporting & Stakeholder Coordination
- Prepare lab reports, test results, and technical summaries for project teams, contractors, and ADNOC management.
- Interface with offshore/onshore operations, dredging teams, and design engineers to support operational decisions.
- Participate in project meetings, technical reviews, and audits.
Continuous Improvement
- Implement process improvements, laboratory automation, and innovative testing techniques.
- Maintain knowledge of emerging technologies in hydraulic and marine engineering.
- Ensure lessons learned from lab experiments are applied to project designs and operations.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Hydraulic, Civil, Marine, or Ocean Engineering.
- Master's Degree in Hydraulics, Fluid Mechanics, or Marine Engineering is preferred.
- Professional certification in laboratory management or engineering is an advantage.
Experience Requirements
- Minimum 1215 years experience in hydraulic, dredging, or marine laboratories.
- Minimum 58 years in a supervisory or management role.
- Proven experience in offshore/onshore marine projects and hydraulic modeling for dredging, sediment transport, or coastal infrastructure.
- Familiarity with ADNOC standards, marine engineering, or offshore operations is preferred.
Technical Skills & Knowledge
Technical Competencies
- Hydraulic modeling and marine testing
- Dredging sediment transport and pump testing
- Laboratory quality management and equipment calibration
- Data analysis, instrumentation, and reporting
- ADNOC marine and engineering standards
Knowledge
- Offshore and onshore dredging/marine operations
- Sediment and fluid dynamics in marine environments
- HSEMS, laboratory safety, and marine risk assessment
- Experimental design and verification for marine engineering
Core Competencies
- Strong leadership and team management
- Analytical and problem-solving skills
- Attention to detail and quality focus
- Safety and environmental awareness
- Effective communication and reporting
Authority & Accountability
- Authorized to manage all laboratory operations, staff, and testing activities.
- Accountable for the quality, integrity, and compliance of lab results.
- Responsible for HSE compliance, operational efficiency, and technical support to projects.
HSE Responsibilities
- Ensure full compliance with ADNOC HSEMS and laboratory safety procedures.
- Promote a strong safety culture among all lab personnel.
- Support operational risk management through accurate testing and analysis.
