Senior Engineer - Workshop, Cranes and Tools Room مهندس أول - الورشة والروافع وغرفة الأدوات

Brief Posting Description
The Senior Engineer – Workshop, Cranes and Tools Room is responsible for the safe, reliable, and cost-effective management of the site maintenance workshop, lifting equipment, cranes, rigging gear, welding facilities, machine shop activities, and tools room operations. The role ensures that all workshop services, lifting equipment inspections, repair activities, fabrication works, and tool management processes support maintenance and operational objectives while complying with company safety, quality, and statutory requirements.The position provides technical leadership for workshop personnel, crane and lifting equipment compliance, specialized maintenance support services, contractor coordination, resource planning, and continuous improvement initiatives to maximize equipment availability, operational efficiency, and asset integrity throughout the operation.
Detailed Description
WORKSHOP MANAGEMENT
Lead and manage all workshop activities including mechanical repairs, fabrication, machining, welding, equipment refurbishment, and overhaul works.
Ensure workshop resources, manpower, facilities, and equipment are effectively utilized to support maintenance requirements.
Develop and implement workshop operating procedures, work standards, and best practices.
Coordinate repair priorities with Maintenance Planning, Operations, and Reliability teams.
Monitor workshop productivity, work quality, turnaround times, and resource utilization.
Ensure workshop equipment is maintained, calibrated, and fit for purpose.
Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities to enhance workshop performance and efficiency.
CRANES, LIFTING EQUIPMENT AND RIGGING MANAGEMENT
Manage inspection, testing, certification, maintenance, and compliance of all cranes, hoists, lifting equipment, lifting accessories, and rigging gear.
Ensure all lifting equipment complies with company standards, OEM requirements, and regulatory requirements.
Coordinate third-party inspections, load testing, and certification activities.
Maintain lifting equipment registers, inspection records, and certification documentation.
Review and approve lifting plans and critical lift requirements as required.
Investigate lifting equipment failures and implement corrective actions.
Provide technical guidance and support for lifting operations across the site.
TOOLS ROOM MANAGEMENT
Manage the operation of the tools room and ensure availability of specialized maintenance tools and equipment.
Establish and maintain tool inventory management systems.
Ensure proper control, storage, calibration, inspection, and maintenance of tools and equipment.
Monitor tool utilization and implement measures to minimize loss and damage.
Coordinate procurement and replacement of tools and workshop consumables.
Maintain accurate inventory records within SAP or approved systems.
MAINTENANCE EXECUTION SUPPORT
Provide workshop support for planned maintenance, breakdown maintenance, shutdowns, and major projects.
Coordinate refurbishment and repair activities for mechanical components and assemblies.
Support field maintenance teams with technical solutions and workshop services.
Ensure maintenance work is completed safely, efficiently, and according to quality standards.
Facilitate rapid turnaround of critical repairs to minimize operational downtime.
SHUTDOWN AND PROJECT SUPPORT
Support maintenance shutdowns and major projects through workshop services, fabrication activities, and lifting equipment readiness.
Coordinate manpower, tools, lifting equipment, and contractor support during shutdowns.
Ensure workshop and crane resources are available to meet shutdown schedules.
Participate in shutdown planning, execution reviews, and lessons learned activities.
CONTRACTOR AND SERVICE PROVIDER MANAGEMENT
Manage workshop-related contractors and service providers.
Monitor contractor performance, safety compliance, and quality of work.
Review scopes of work, quotations, and technical proposals.
Verify completed work and approve contractor service reports where applicable.
Ensure contractor activities comply with company and site requirements.
PERFORMANCE MONITORING AND REPORTING
Develop and maintain KPIs for workshop, cranes, lifting equipment, and tools room performance.
Monitor and report:
Workshop Productivity
Equipment Repair Turnaround Time
Crane and Lifting Equipment Availability
Inspection and Certification Compliance
Tool Utilization and Inventory Accuracy
Safety Performance
Maintenance Cost Performance
Prepare regular management reports and recommend improvement initiatives.
Utilize SAP, Power BI, and other reporting systems for performance monitoring and analysis.
SAFETY, HEALTH, ENVIRONMENT AND QUALITY
Promote and maintain a strong safety culture throughout workshop and lifting operations.
Ensure compliance with all HSE policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
Conduct risk assessments, workplace inspections, and safety audits.
Ensure compliance with permit-to-work, isolation, and lifting management procedures.
Investigate incidents and implement corrective and preventive actions.
Ensure all workshop activities meet required quality standards and specifications.
PEOPLE LEADERSHIP AND DEVELOPMENT
Lead, coach, and develop workshop supervisors, technicians, crane personnel, and tools room staff.
Identify competency gaps and develop training plans.
Support succession planning and workforce development initiatives.
Promote teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement.
COST CONTROL AND BUDGET MANAGEMENT
Develop and manage annual budgets for workshop, cranes, lifting equipment, and tools room activities.
Monitor expenditure against budget and identify cost-saving opportunities.
Optimize use of internal resources while maintaining operational effectiveness.
Support long-term capital planning for workshop facilities, lifting equipment, and specialized maintenance tools.
Ensure accurate cost reporting and financial accountability.
Job Requirements
Education:
• Bachelor’s degree or Higher Diploma
Experience:
• Bachelor’s degree with 10+ years or Higher Diploma with 15+ years of experience in workshop operations, cranes maintenance in mining, minerals processing, or heavy industrial operations.
• Experience supporting commissioning, start-up, and operational ramp-up activities is desirable
Certifications: Candidates holding or pursuing any of the following certifications will have an added advantage:
• Six-sigma (BB)
Technical Skills:
• Maintenance Workshop Operations Management.
• Mechanical Equipment Repair, Overhaul, Refurbishment, and Fabrication Processes.
• Crane Hoist, and Lifting Equipment Inspection, Maintenance, and Compliance Management.
• Lifting Operations, Rigging Practices, and Critical Lift Planning.
• Statutory Inspection, Load Testing, Certification, and Regulatory Compliance Requirements.
• Welding, Machining, Metal Fabrication, and Workshop Engineering Practices.
• Maintenance Planning, Scheduling, and Work Management Processes.
• Shutdown Planning, Resource Coordination, and Execution Support.
• Asset Management and Reliability-Centered Maintenance (RCM) Principles.
• Root Cause Failure Analysis (RCFA) and Problem-Solving Techniques.
• Predictive, Preventive, and Corrective Maintenance Methodologies.
• Tool Room Management, Tool Control Systems, and Inventory Optimization.
• Spare Parts Management and Materials Coordination.
• Contractor Management and Service Provider Performance Monitoring.
• Budget Development, Cost Control, and Maintenance Cost Optimization.
• SAP PM, SAP MM, IBM Maximo, Oracle, Pronto, or equivalent CMMS/ERP systems.
• Power BI Dashboard Development and Maintenance Performance Reporting.
• Data Analysis, KPI Monitoring, and Performance Improvement Techniques.
• Risk Assessment, HAZID, JSA, and Safe Work Practices.
• Permit-to-Work (PTW), Isolation, Lock-Out/Tag-Out (LOTO), and Safe Lifting Systems.
• Health, Safety, Environment, and Quality (HSEQ) Management Systems.
• Technical Documentation, Engineering Drawings, Procedures, and Report Writing.
• Microsoft Office Suite (Advanced Excel, Power BI, Word, and PowerPoint).
• Continuous Improvement Methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma, and Reliability Improvement Programs).
Soft Skills:
• Strong leadership and team management capabilities with the ability to guide multidisciplinary maintenance and workshop teams.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills in English is must.
• Strong stakeholder management and relationship-building abilities across Operations, Maintenance, Supply Chain, and Contractors.
• Effective coaching, mentoring, and people development skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities with a structured approach to troubleshooting and decision-making.
• Excellent planning, organizing, and priority management skills in a dynamic operational environment.
• Strong coordination and resource management skills, particularly during shutdowns and critical maintenance activities.
• Ability to make sound technical and operational decisions under pressure.
• Strong safety leadership and commitment to fostering a proactive safety culture.
• Excellent negotiation and contractor management skills.
• High level of accountability, integrity, and professional ethics.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality and compliance standards.
• Effective conflict resolution and stakeholder influencing skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results within deadlines.
• Strong collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively across all organizational levels.
• Adaptability and resilience in managing changing operational requirements and business priorities.
• Continuous improvement mindset with a focus on operational excellence, reliability, and cost optimization.
• Strong presentation, report-writing, and technical documentation skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a multicultural environment and build productive working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Results-oriented approach with a strong focus on safety, reliability, efficiency, and customer service.