Site Manager – Cargo Handling Systems

About the role

Join a leading provider of airport logistics solutions as a Site Manager for Cargo Handling Systems in Dubai. You will oversee the full lifecycle of site activities from mobilization to final handover, ensuring successful installation and integration of complex cargo handling equipment.

Key responsibilities

• Manage site activities including mobilization, installation, testing, commissioning, handover and demobilization of cargo handling systems.
• Lead installation and integration of electrical, mechanical, controls, conveyor and material handling equipment according to project requirements.
• Coordinate subcontractors and internal functions such as Engineering, Procurement, Logistics, Controls, Commissioning and Project Management.
• Monitor progress against schedule, identify delays and risks, and implement recovery actions.
• Ensure site safety, quality procedures, and compliance with legislation and airport operational requirements.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Electrical, Automation, Mechatronics or related engineering discipline.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in site installation, industrial automation or material handling projects.
• At least 3 years leading site engineers, supervisors, technicians and subcontractors.
• Strong knowledge of installation, testing, commissioning, system integration and project handover.
• Experience working in multicultural, international project environments and willingness to travel.

Required skills

• Electrical systems, control panels, field devices, drives, conveyors, sensors and industrial automation equipment.
• Project scheduling tools (Primavera P6 preferred).
• Engineering software: AutoCAD, REVIT, ePlan.
• PLC and SCADA knowledge.