Location
Abu Dhabi, AE
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About
POWERTECH is a center of excellence for propulsion technologies, specializing in the design, engineering, and manufacturing of combustion engines, expendable turbojet engines, and turbofan engines for a wide range of aerospace, defence, and autonomous applications.
The Special Projects Manager – Business Excellence is responsible for driving organizational excellence through the planning, management, and execution of strategic improvement initiatives. This role will lead the development, integration, and continuous improvement of business, quality, and HS&E management systems that align with ISO 9001, ISO 45001, and ISO 14001 standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead strategic initiatives and special projects focused on advancing business excellence, process efficiency, and compliance.
- Oversee the design, implementation, and continual improvement of the company’s integrated Quality and HS&E Management Systems.
- Ensure alignment of business processes with ISO 9001, ISO 45001, and ISO 14001 requirements, as well as corporate policies and regulatory standards.
- Develop and maintain business excellence frameworks, policies, and standard operating procedures (SOPs) to support operational consistency and performance.
- Plan, coordinate, and manage internal and external audits, ensuring effective close-out of findings and continual system improvement.
- Champion performance measurement through the monitoring and analysis of key quality, safety, and environmental indicators.
- Facilitate root cause analysis and corrective/preventive actions (CAPA) to drive organizational learning and sustainable improvement.
- Provide leadership and guidance on ISO compliance, risk management, and process optimization initiatives.
- Conduct training and awareness programs to strengthen quality, HS&E, and business excellence competencies across teams.
- Partner with functional leaders (engineering, operations, supply chain, etc.) to embed business excellence principles into all strategic and operational activities.
- Promote a culture of excellence, safety, and environmental responsibility across the organization.
Skills Required
- Strong understanding of business excellence frameworks and ISO-based management systems (ISO 9001, ISO 45001, ISO 14001).
- Proven experience in leading cross-functional improvement projects and integrated management system implementation.
- Expertise in quality and HS&E tools such as CAPA, risk assessment, FMEA, Lean, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies.
- Strong analytical skills to evaluate performance data and identify opportunities for optimization.
- Excellent communication, facilitation, and stakeholder management skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and management system software.
- Demonstrated ability to lead change initiatives and build engagement across diverse teams.
Personal Attributes
- Strategic thinker with a results-driven and solution-oriented mindset.
- Highly organized, analytical, and detail oriented.
- Strong leadership and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence at all organizational levels.
- Committed to fostering a culture of excellence, integrity, and accountability.
- Adaptable and able to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
- Proactive, self-motivated, and dedicated to continuous improvement.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality Management, Industrial Management, or a related field.
- Minimum of 8 years of experience in quality management, business excellence, or HS&E leadership roles.
- Certification as an ISO 9001 Lead Auditor required; ISO 45001 or ISO 14001 certification preferred.
- Additional qualifications in Lean Six Sigma or ASQ certifications are advantageous.
