Fives Services Gulf is actively seeking a Production Engineer to join its teams in Bahrain.
At Fives, we are all driven by a common calling, to prove that industry can do it!
We work together daily to make industry an answer to all of the major technological, environmental, social and economic challenges of our time.
How do we do that?
For over 200 years, we’ve invented and designed solutions and technologies that substantially and sustainably improve everyone’s daily life.
Fives Services Gulf is the Fives service Centre for the Middle East, with a team of 160 people based in Bahrain, UAE and Saudi Arabia, Fives Services Gulf provides local customer service, project execution support and local parts sourcing, in addition to carrying out refit and modernization projects, audits and technical assistance on customer sites. A team is also dedicated to the maintenance of equipment in operation at our customers' plants.
We are committed, fulfilled and give meaning to our mission, which is to work together to develop new solutions for the industry of tomorrow: an industry that respects the environment and helps to make the world a better place.
Job Content
It is with you, that industry can do it!
To review and manage all production/repairable activities within the workshop ensuring they are in compliance with the applicable engineering designs/specification, Company policies and procedures and international and industry recognised standards
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Support the development and implementation of the workshop’s operating framework, policies, processes and procedures to ensure efficiency and safety in all workshop projects/operations, and ensure legal and regulatory compliance and alignment to industry standards.
- Responsible for planning, scheduling and overseeing the execution of daily workshop operations for assigned projects/customers to ensure that work/tasks are performed accurately and efficiently in conformance with established methods, instructions and quality standards, and results are reported in a timely manner as per Company policies and procedures and/or customer requirements.
- Prepare and monitor daily and weekly production plans, prioritize jobs based on delivery requirements, customer urgency, material availability and manpower capacity, and escalate delays, bottlenecks or resource constraints in a timely manner.
- Review engineering drawings, job cards, specifications and revision updates prior to work execution, ensure the latest approved documents are used on the workshop floor, and coordinate with Engineering for clarification, deviation approval or revision control requirements.
- Ensure obsolete drawings, superseded job cards or outdated technical documents are removed from workshop use and replaced with the latest released-for-production documents to prevent execution errors and rework.
- Review the scope of work before job start, define the required repair/manufacturing method, tools, equipment, manpower, consumables and work instructions, and ensure technicians understand job requirements prior to execution.
- Ensure job readiness by verifying availability of materials, consumables, spare parts, approved drawings, job cards, tools and equipment before releasing work to the workshop floor, and coordinate with stores/procurement for missing items.
- Coordinate with QA/QC to ensure in-process inspections, final inspection requirements, inspection hold points, dimensional checks and acceptance criteria are followed, and ensure non-conformities are recorded, investigated and corrected.
- Act as the focal point to provide technical expertise related to execution of engineering drawings and support the workforce from a technical perspective for efficient delivery of workshop operations, including troubleshooting execution constraints related to machining, fabrication, welding, assembly, fit-up, testing or repair activities.
- Track workshop productivity, job progress, man-hours, equipment utilization, material usage and rework, compare actual performance against planned targets, and recommend corrective actions to improve efficiency and delivery performance.
- Review and monitor the financial performance of workshop operations for orders including but not limited to managing job-level expenditure, man-hours, overtime, material budgets and subcontracted works, and report variances of budgeted versus actual expenditure.
- Ensure completed jobs are properly inspected, documented and ready for delivery or handover, including closure of job cards with actual hours, materials used, technical findings, inspection records and lessons learned.
- Maintain complete job documentation and traceability records including inspection results, material certificates, test reports, technical correspondence and completion records to support audit, quality and customer requirements.
- In collaboration with the Workshop Manager, develop and create the required strategies to ensure the workshop meets the operational requirements of Fives Services Gulf.
- Contribute to the ongoing review and evaluation of the effectiveness and efficiency of current workshop operational processes and procedures and recommend enhancements where necessary to ensure optimal efficiency to support achievement of workshop and operational objectives.
- Identify waste in workflow, waiting time, material handling, rework and movement, and support 5S, lean workshop practices, visual management, standard work and corrective/preventive improvement actions.
- Support the preparation of the annual budget for the Workshop to ensure all operational activities are accordingly planned and budgeted in line with established Company policies and procedures.
- Lead subcontractor / consultant selection for workshop operations against agreed criteria and monitor performance/progress of subcontractors/3rd parties against established guidelines, criteria and Company policies and procedures.
- Support workshop stock requirements ensuring the suitability and availability of equipment, consumables, stock levels, raw materials, resources, change of suppliers etc. and ensure stock replenishment is delivered in a timely manner to support workshop operations.
- Assess workshop equipment, tools, jigs, fixtures and machine capability for planned jobs, recommend improvements or additional tooling where required, and ensure proper use of workshop machines, tools and lifting equipment.
- Oversee all annual maintenance requirements (AMC) for workshop equipment including but not limited to issuance/renewals of contracts, review and evaluation of maintenance services and adherence to SLA’s and contractual terms and conditions.
- Lead the preparation of assigned workshop reporting requirements including the review and analysis of operational data, KPI performance, delivery estimates and improvement actions as per established timelines and Company policies and procedures.
- Design and deliver training regarding workshop production practices and procedures to employees to ensure the workforce has the necessary technical knowledge and awareness to deliver operational and technical workshop requirements.
- Provide technical guidance, coaching and work direction to technicians and supervisors, ensure work allocation and job requirements are clearly understood, and escalate manpower, discipline or performance matters to the Workshop Manager when required.
- Conduct investigations and analyze complex/recurring problems related to workshop orders to identify gaps and recommend suitable solutions and/or perform remedial services to enhance operational capabilities.
- Review pre-job safety risks and ensure risk assessments, toolbox talks, lifting plans, permits to work, hot work controls and required safety precautions are applied before and during execution.
- Ensure all on-site personnel comply with Fives safety policies, procedures, safety program requirements and document violations as per established procedures and recommend/implement corrective actions as required, including stopping unsafe work and escalating critical risks where necessary.
- Participate in incident, near-miss and non-conformance investigations and support implementation of corrective and preventive actions to strengthen workshop safety and operational performance.
- Coordinate with internal departments, customers, Engineering, QA/QC, Procurement, Stores, Logistics and other stakeholders to clarify technical scope, manage priorities, provide job progress updates and support timely execution and delivery.
- Participate in the development of quotations, bids, technical and commercial evaluations to support the tendering and bidding process as and when needed.
- Ensure compliance with all relevant internal and external regulations including HSEQ requirements using Company policies and procedures as appropriate.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Production Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
- Minimum of six (6) years of relevant experience in workshop production, repair, fabrication, machining, manufacturing, maintenance or industrial service operations.
PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE, CERTIFICATION OR MEMBERSHIPs
- PMP, Lean Six Sigma, ISO 9001 Internal Auditor, NEBOSH/IOSH certification is advantageous
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
- Proficient user of MS Projects / MS Office
- Arabic speaker is mandatory
Why come to Fives?
By becoming part of Fives, you will join an international group offering access to a wide range of growth and mobility opportunities. We provide an environment where you can learn, grow, and develop both professionally and personally.
Industry can do it with you!
Key Benefits:
- Competitive compensation package
- Health and life insurance
- Learning and development opportunities
- Gym reimbursement support
- Work-life balance
- Social events and team activities