About the Role
Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of equipment engineering projects across the Ports Cluster, from technical specification and procurement through installation, commissioning, and handover to Operations and Maintenance, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the required quality and reliability standards.
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Responsibilities
Core Responsibilities:
- Ensure all project activities comply with HSE regulations, industry standards, and internal policies, including risk assessments, method statements, and permit-to-work requirements.
- Lead equipment projects (acquisition of new container handling and port equipment, upgrades, retrofits, and life-extension programs) through the full project lifecycle: feasibility, design, procurement, execution, commissioning, and close-out.
- Define project scopes, technical specifications, and performance requirements for new equipment and modifications, in coordination with Operations and Maintenance.
- Prepare business cases, cost estimates, and CAPEX budget inputs; evaluate technical alternatives based on lifecycle cost, availability, reliability, and maintainability.
- Support the procurement process by preparing technical tender documents, conducting technical bid evaluations, and contributing to contract negotiations with OEMs and contractors.
- Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, risk registers, and progress reports; monitor project KPIs and escalate deviations to the Senior Manager.
- Manage OEMs, contractors, and consultants during project execution; review and approve engineering drawings, design documents, and technical submittals.
- Plan and witness Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT), Site Acceptance Tests (SAT), inspections, and commissioning activities; ensure punch-list items are closed prior to final acceptance.
- Ensure a structured handover to Maintenance and Operations, including as-built documentation, O&M manuals, spare parts lists, warranties, and operator/technician training.
- Register new assets in the MAXIMO system and coordinate traffic registration and insurance for equipment delivered, installed, and commissioned.
- Follow up on equipment performance during the warranty period and manage defect notifications and warranty claims with suppliers.
- Capture lessons learned and incorporate reliability and maintainability requirements into future equipment specifications and engineering standards.
- Provide technical guidance and mentoring to engineers and technicians on project-related matters.
People Management Responsibilities:
Strategic Responsibilities:
Contribute to the equipment investment plan and fleet renewal strategy by providing technical input on equipment selection, capacity requirements, and technology trends.
Qualifications
Educational and Technical Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical or Electromechanical Engineering or a related field. A Master's degree or project management certification (e.g., PMP) is a plus.
Language Skills:
- Excellent English. Arabic is an added advantage
Years of Experience:
- A minimum of 8-10 years of experience, including at least 4 years leading equipment engineering projects.
Nature of Experience:
- Experience in equipment projects (specification, procurement, installation, and commissioning) in a port, terminal, logistics, or heavy industrial environment; exposure to container handling equipment (STS cranes, RTG/RMG, straddle carriers, reach stackers) is preferred.
- Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Primavera) and Microsoft Office for reporting and presentations.
- Knowledge of quality and safety management systems, including regulatory requirements.
Key Interactions
Key Internal Contacts:
- HSE
- Operations
- Maintenance
- Procurement & Contracts
- Finance
- Legal Division
- Corporate Asset Management
Purpose of Interaction:
- Project risk assessments, safety compliance on site, and reporting of near misses and observations.
- Equipment requirements, project planning around operational constraints, and acceptance of new equipment.
- Technical input to specifications, commissioning support, and handover of new assets.
- Tendering, technical bid evaluation, and contract management.
- CAPEX budgeting, cost tracking, and project payments.
- Contract review, equipment insurance, and traffic registration.
- Asset registration in the MAXIMO system.
Key External Contacts:
- OEMs, Contractors, and Consultants
Purpose of Interaction:
- Technical clarifications, design reviews, FAT/SAT, project execution, commissioning, and warranty follow-up.
