Team Leader, Workshop

Role Overview

Team Leader, Workshop at ADNOC, a global energy maritime logistics leader and the dedicated logistics arm for ADNOC Group.

Company Overview

ADNOC is a global energy maritime logistics leader with a world-class asset base, providing mission-critical and highly specialized services across ADNOC's entire value chain. The company provides market-leading, cost-competitive maritime and logistics solutions to over 100 global customers and ships to more than 50 countries worldwide. ADNOC is committed to setting the highest standards in shipping and maritime operations, pushing boundaries and pioneering new frontiers in sustainability, while delivering innovative and efficient world-class solutions with safety as the first priority.

Role Purpose

Lead the workshop team to ensure effective planning, execution, and management of maintenance activities while maintaining compliance with safety standards and operational excellence. Oversee the preparation, storage, and dispatch of materials and equipment at high standards of quality and efficiency. Ensure alignment with organizational goals and contribute to strategies that optimize workshop operations and resource utilization. Foster a culture of safety, innovation, and continuous improvement while providing leadership and guidance to support professional growth and development.

Key Responsibilities

Operations & Maintenance Planning

• Plan and supervise the preparation, storage, and dispatch of materials and equipment to ensure timely and efficient operations.
• Lead the workshop team in executing maintenance activities, ensuring compliance with safety standards and operational excellence.
• Facilitate the development and execution of maintenance planning strategies and schedules.
• Supervise the inspection and testing of equipment to ensure quality and reliability.
• Monitor and manage spare parts inventory to ensure availability and cost-effectiveness.

Process Improvement & Optimization

• Review and recommend improvements in workshop processes to enhance efficiency and productivity.
• Lead the implementation of lean practices, such as the 5S Model, to improve workshop operations.
• Promote a culture of innovation and continuous improvement within the workshop team.
• Promote innovation and continuous improvement to enhance workshop operations and services.

Health, Safety & Environment

• Oversee the implementation of HSE policies and procedures within the workshop environment.
• Oversee the development of HSE policies and procedures to ensure a safe working environment.

Technical & Documentation Management

• Prepare and review technical documentation, including engineering drawings and specifications.
• Guide the team in troubleshooting and resolving technical challenges.

Stakeholder & Issue Management

• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to meet operational requirements and resolve issues.

Strategic Leadership & Management

• Lead the development and refinement of the vision and long-term strategy for workshop operations.
• Guide the implementation of the company's business strategy, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
• Provide effective leadership and strategic direction to the workshop team.
• Direct the planning and allocation of resources to ensure efficient and effective operations.
• Develop knowledge and competencies within the team to support professional growth and development.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and international standards in all workshop activities.
• Drive the implementation of performance management systems to promote a performance-driven culture.
• Lead risk management efforts to identify and mitigate potential risks within workshop operations.

Financial Management & Reporting

• Monitor expenditure against approved budgets to ensure cost control and financial performance.
• Compile and provide input for preparation of the Department budgets and regularly monitor expenditure against the team budget levels.
• Investigate, highlight, and reconcile any significant variances to ensure effective performance and cost control.
• Ensure accurate and timely reporting of workshop progress and performance metrics.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in engineering (Mechanical or Mechatronics preferred).
• A minimum of 10 years of hands-on experience in the maintenance of diving equipment.
• At least 5 years of this experience must have been in a managerial or supervisory position.
• 5 years of offshore experience.
• Experienced in all forms of diving equipment (ROV, Umbilicals, LARS, etc.).
• Valid UAE Driver's License.

Skills & Competencies

• Expertise in diving equipment maintenance and management.
• Technical and mechanical knowledge across ROV systems and related offshore equipment.
• Leadership and strategic direction capability.
• Budget management and financial performance monitoring.
• Process improvement and optimization.
• Health, safety, and environmental management.
• Stakeholder coordination and communication.
• Risk identification and mitigation.
• Knowledge management and team development.

Additional Information

Professional Certifications

• IMCA Air Dive Supervisor Certificate (must be current).
• Valid H2S Awareness / Escape BA Training.
• Offshore survival with valid Helicopter Underwater Escape Training (HUET).
• Must be able to gain CICPA for all UAE sites.
• Valid technical/maintenance course for ROV System.