Operations Manager – Cranes Operations & Maintenance

About the role

EnerMech is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to lead a major crane operations and maintenance contract for ADNOC in Abu Dhabi. You will be responsible for safe, reliable and commercially effective delivery of the contract, overseeing both operations and maintenance teams while maintaining strong client relationships.

Key responsibilities

• Lead all crane operations and maintenance activities across the contract.
• Manage operational and maintenance teams, ensuring high HSE and performance standards.
• Ensure cranes and lifting equipment are operated, inspected and maintained to required standards.
• Manage contract KPIs, equipment availability and service delivery.
• Maintain strong relationships with ADNOC stakeholders.
• Plan and deploy manpower to meet operational requirements.
• Take responsibility for budgets, forecasting, cost control and contract P&L.
• Drive continuous improvement across safety, reliability and operational performance.

Required profile

• Strong operations management experience within cranes and lifting.
• Demonstrable knowledge of crane operations and maintenance.
• Experience in oil & gas, offshore or a similarly safety‑critical environment.
• Proven ability to lead large operational and technical teams.
• Strong HSE, commercial and client‑management capability.
• ADNOC and/or UAE experience is highly advantageous.
• Relevant degree, technical qualification or equivalent industry experience.

Required skills

• Crane operations
• Operations management
• Cost control