Assistant Manager - Mill Mechanical

We are hiring an Assistant Manager – Mill Mechanical for one of our clients, a leading metal and steel manufacturing company based in Abu Dhabi, UAE.​About Our Client

Our client is a leading metal and steel manufacturing company based in Abu Dhabi, UAE, recognized for delivering high-quality steel products and engineering solutions to a wide range of industries. With a strong commitment to operational excellence, innovation, and safety, the company operates state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities and adheres to international quality standards.  Key Responsibilities

• Plan and execute capital shutdowns, monthly shutdowns, and daily maintenance activities while arranging the required materials and manpower
  
• Ensure the availability of critical spare parts to meet operational requirements and emergencies
  
• Reduce equipment downtime and achieve MTTR and MTBF targets for mill equipment
  
• Coordinate regularly with the procurement department and vendors to ensure the timely availability of spare parts
  
• Maintain accurate maintenance records in both digital and hard-copy formats
  
• Ensure workplace safety, implement TPM practices, and maintain high housekeeping standards
  
• Ensure compliance with the Integrated Management System (IMS) requirements, including ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015, and ISO 45001:2018
  
• Ensure all maintenance activities comply with Permit-to-Work (PTW), Lockout/Tag out (LOTO), risk assessment procedures, and PPE requirements
  
• Identify operational risks, environmental aspects, unsafe acts, and unsafe conditions, and implement appropriate control measures
  
• Ensure the safe handling, storage, and disposal of maintenance waste, including oils, grease, scrap, chemicals, damaged parts, and used consumables
  
• Monitor safety controls related to rotating equipment, hydraulic systems, lifting operations, EOT cranes, and hot work activities
  
• Participate in investigations of incidents, near misses, equipment failures, and breakdowns, and implement corrective and preventive actions
  
• Support emergency preparedness and response activities, including fire safety, evacuation drills, crane emergencies, and mock drills
  
• Ensure contractor compliance with safety requirements during maintenance, shutdown, and project activities
  
• Participate in internal and external IMS audits and ensure the timely closure of observations and non-conformities
  
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on equipment reliability, energy efficiency, safety performance, environmental performance, and maintenance optimization
  
• Conduct technical training and competency development programs for team members
  

Authority

• Execute all mechanical maintenance and project activities within the assigned areas of responsibility
  
• Prepare maintenance budgets for the assigned section and initiate the procurement of spare parts and service contracts as required
  
• Manage spare parts inventory and service contracts for the assigned section
  
• Coordinate manpower allocation and recommend leave planning for team members with reporting manager approval
  
• Stop any unsafe work or activity that may cause injury, equipment damage, or environmental impact
  
• Recommend technical improvements and maintenance optimization initiatives
  

 Accountabilities

• Ensure the safety of employees, contractors, and equipment in the Mill and RHF areas
• Manage planned, preventive, predictive, and breakdown maintenance of Mill and RHF equipment
• Reduce equipment downtime and achieve maintenance performance targets, including MTTR and MTBF
• Ensure compliance with IMS, legal, safety, environmental, and operational requirements
• Maintain the availability of critical spare parts and maintenance resources
• Ensure accurate maintenance documentation, record management, and audit readiness
• Complete shutdowns and maintenance activities within the planned schedule
• Support the training, competency development, and skill enhancement of team members
• Conduct annual performance appraisals for the Mill Mechanical team
• Promote continuous improvement in operational reliability, safety culture, energy efficiency, and maintenance effectiveness

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering (BE) or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering (DME)
  
• 10–15 years of experience in hot rolling mill projects and mechanical maintenance
  

• Competitive Salary
• Employee Benefits as per the UAE Labor Law