Plant & Equipment Manager
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About the Role
Geoharbour seeks an experienced Plant & Equipment Manager to lead management, maintenance, and operational performance of heavy equipment fleet and construction machinery. The role requires a Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering, 10+ years in plant management, and 5+ years in a managerial role.
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Responsibilities
- Lead and manage all plant and equipment operations, including workshops, yards, and site based equipment activities.
- Develop and implement preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance strategies to maximize equipment reliability and lifespan.
- Ensure equipment availability and efficient allocation to meet project requirements and schedules.
- Oversee equipment inspections, mobilization, demobilization, and commissioning activities.
- Monitor fleet performance, utilization rates, and equipment productivity across all projects.
- Develop and manage annual budgets for maintenance, repairs, spare parts, fuel, and capital expenditures.
- Establish cost control measures to optimize equipment operating costs and reduce downtime.
- Analyze maintenance and operating costs and implement initiatives to improve cost efficiency.
- Monitor and control inventory levels of spare parts and consumables to avoid overstocking and shortages.
- Evaluate equipment life cycle costs and provide recommendations for replacement, refurbishment, or disposal.
- Develop, implement, and continuously improve Plant & Equipment policies, procedures, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
- Ensure compliance with HSE requirements and promote a strong safety culture within the department.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline
- Minimum 10 years of experience in Plant & Equipment Management within construction, heavy equipment, piling, ground improvement, or infrastructure industry
- Minimum 5 years of experience in a managerial role leading large fleets of construction equipment
- Strong knowledge of heavy construction equipment including cranes, piling rigs, excavators, loaders, generators, and ground improvement equipment
- Proven experience in maintenance management, asset management, and cost control
- Demonstrated experience in developing policies, procedures, and SOPs for plant and equipment operations
- Strong understanding of mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems of heavy equipment
- Proficiency in ERP and Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS)
- Excellent leadership, analytical, and problem solving skills
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About the Role
- Geoharbour is seeking an experienced and results driven Plant & Equipment Manager to lead the management, maintenance, and operational performance of the company's heavy equipment fleet and construction machinery.
- The successful candidate will be responsible for maximizing equipment availability, controlling operational and maintenance costs, developing policies and procedures, and ensuring the efficient utilization of plant and equipment across multiple projects.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage all plant and equipment operations, including workshops, yards, and site based equipment activities.
- Develop and implement preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance strategies to maximize equipment reliability and lifespan.
- Ensure equipment availability and efficient allocation to meet project requirements and schedules.
- Oversee equipment inspections, mobilization, demobilization, and commissioning activities.
- Monitor fleet performance, utilization rates, and equipment productivity across all projects.
- Develop and manage annual budgets for maintenance, repairs, spare parts, fuel, and capital expenditures.
- Establish cost control measures to optimize equipment operating costs and reduce downtime.
- Analyze maintenance and operating costs and implement initiatives to improve cost efficiency.
- Monitor and control inventory levels of spare parts and consumables to avoid overstocking and shortages.
- Evaluate equipment life cycle costs and provide recommendations for replacement, refurbishment, or disposal.
- Identify opportunities for cost savings through improved maintenance practices, supplier negotiations, and operational efficiencies.
- Develop, implement, and continuously improve Plant & Equipment policies, procedures, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
- Minimum 10 years of experience in Plant & Equipment Management within the construction, heavy equipment, piling, ground improvement, or infrastructure industry.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in a managerial role leading large fleets of construction equipment.
- Strong knowledge of heavy construction equipment, including cranes, piling rigs, excavators, loaders, generators, and ground improvement equipment.
- Proven experience in maintenance management, asset management, and cost control.
- Demonstrated experience in developing policies, procedures, and SOPs for plant and equipment operations.
- Strong understanding of mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems of heavy equipment.
- Proficiency in ERP and Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS).
- Excellent leadership, analytical, and problem solving skills.
Preferred Experience
- Experience managing equipment for piling, ground improvement, geotechnical, or marine construction projects.
- Familiarity with major equipment brands such as Liebherr, Bauer, Caterpillar, Doosan, Hitachi, XCMG, Junttan, BSP, and similar heavy equipment brands.
- Experience managing multi project operations across the Middle East.
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