Deputy Plant Manager – Railway (Abu Dhabi)

About the role

SEGULA Technologies is supporting a major railway and infrastructure project in the United Arab Emirates. We are looking for an experienced Deputy Plant Manager – Railway to assist the Plant Manager in overseeing construction plant, heavy equipment, and maintenance activities in Abu Dhabi.

Key responsibilities

• Support the Plant Manager in overall plant and equipment fleet management.
• Plan, monitor and execute preventive and corrective maintenance programmes.
• Supervise maintenance teams, mechanics, technicians and plant operators.
• Coordinate mobilization, allocation and demobilization of plant and equipment according to project needs.
• Track equipment utilization, productivity, fuel consumption and operating costs.
• Manage spare parts, tools, consumables and workshop requirements.
• Ensure compliance with UAE regulations, project specifications and HSE standards.
• Prepare plant performance reports, KPIs and support budgeting and cost control.
• Act as Plant Manager’s deputy when required.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering or a related discipline.
• 8–12+ years of experience in plant/equipment management, preferably on railway or large‑scale infrastructure projects.
• Proven track record managing heavy construction and railway equipment.
• Experience leading technical teams and subcontractors.
• Strong HSE awareness and knowledge of UAE regulatory requirements.
• Prior experience in the GCC/UAE is highly desirable.

Required skills

• SAP
• Maximo (or similar asset/fleet management systems)