Assistant Manager Electrical & Automation

We are hiring an Assistant Manager - Electrical & Automation 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 oversee preventive predictive and breakdown maintenance of all electrical systems
  
• Supervise and guide shift in-charges senior technicians and maintenance teams
  
• Ensure compliance with applicable Quality Health Safety and Environmental (QHSE) policies procedures legal requirements and management system standards
  
• Support the implementation and maintenance of ISO 9001 ISO 14001 ISO 45001 and other applicable management system requirements within the department
  
• Ensure all electrical and automation maintenance activities are carried out safely in accordance with approved procedures permits and risk assessments
  
• Ensure the implementation and compliance of Lockout/Tag out (LOTO) procedures during maintenance shutdown and troubleshooting activities
  
• Conduct Hazard Identification and Risk Assessments (HIRA) for maintenance and project activities and implement appropriate control measures
  
• Monitor safe work practices PPE compliance housekeeping standards and electrical safety requirements within the department
  
• Ensure the safe handling storage and disposal of electrical waste electronic components oils batteries and hazardous materials in accordance with environmental requirements
  
• Participate in investigations of incidents near misses equipment breakdowns and unsafe conditions and ensure corrective and preventive actions are effectively implemented
  
• Coordinate and support emergency preparedness activities related to electrical hazards fire prevention equipment failures and automation system emergencies
  
• Ensure all contractors and external service providers comply with site safety and QHSE requirements during maintenance and project execution
  
• Maintain accurate documentation and records related to maintenance activities calibration inspections permits audits and statutory compliance
  
• Support internal audits external audits inspections and management review activities related to QHSE systems
  
• Conduct toolbox talks safety awareness sessions and technical competency training for team members
  
• Report non-conformities unsafe acts unsafe conditions environmental incidents and operational risks to management ensuring timely closure
  
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives related to quality safety reliability environmental performance and energy efficiency
  

Accountabilities

• Ensure the overall reliability and availability of electrical systems
  
• Reduce equipment downtime and maintenance costs
  
• Ensure the successful execution of projects and continuous improvement initiatives
  
• Maintain compliance with organizational QHSE requirements statutory regulations and electrical safety standards
  
• Ensure the safe and reliable operation of electrical and automation systems
  
• Prevent electrical incidents unsafe conditions and environmental impacts related to departmental activities
  
• Maintain audit readiness and accurate compliance records for all electrical and automation activities
  
• Ensure the competency awareness and QHSE compliance of maintenance personnel and contractors
  
• Achieve departmental QHSE objectives safety KPIs and continuous improvement targets
  

Requirements

• Bachelors degree in Electrical or Electronics Engineering from a recognized institution
  
• Hands-on experience with PLC programming including ladder diagram development using Siemens S7-400 Simatic Manager and Siemens S7-1500 series with TIA Portal
  
• Strong knowledge of SCADA systems including PC and PLC integration data collection and data storage preferably using Siemens WinCC
  
• Knowledge of industrial instrumentation systems
  
• Experience working in a hot rolling plant preferably in the section rolling area
  
• Experience working with Siemens system integrators is preferred
  

Benefits

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