Engineering Manager

OverviewWood is recruiting for an Engineering Manager to join its UAE Business Unit, focusing on execution of the engineering portion of a multi‑discipline engineering scope of work on one or more projects.This role is a full‑time office‑based role in Sharjah, UAE with travel requirement.About WoodWood is a global leader in consulting and engineering, helping to unlock solutions to critical challenges in energy and materials markets. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in 45 countries, employing around 25,000 people. www.woodplc.comDiversity StatementWe are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non‑exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.Our Clients and ProjectsWood has been awarded a general engineering contract to support an International Client operator to deliver a portfolio of onshore capital projects by provision of engineering and project management services (including EPC contract management), as well as Supply Chain, Construction and Commissioning support from Wood Iraq and UAE offices.Projects include both Greenfield and Brownfield modification projects and integrating low‑carbon solutions to support our client’s energy transition and emissions reduction goals.What we can offerMeaningful and interesting projects Delivered to high profile clients and complex projects in IraqCommitment to Diversity and Inclusion; we are an organisation actively committed to diversity and inclusion across our business with employee networks committed to giving all employees a voiceCompetitive salary with regular salary reviews to ensure we are rewarding at the right level in line with the marketCommitment to continued professional development; development plans that are tailored to your individual needs and interestsGlobal connections: join experts around the world who are at the leading edge of our industry, shaping the standards of our professionMedical Insurance: Ensures inpatient and outpatient medical care is available should you require treatment.Group Life and Personal Accident Insurance: The company provides Life Assurance coverThe Employee Share Plan: Gives you the opportunity to purchase Wood shares and receive a match from the companyLong Service Award: Wood values the commitment and loyalty of our people. Celebrating Long Service provides an opportunity for the business to demonstrate their appreciation of the hard work, dedication and many years’ services of our employees at 5‑year service milestonesKey ObjectivesResponsible for the execution of the engineering portion of a multi‑discipline engineering scope of work on one or more projects/work scopes. Has responsibility for coordinating and completing the various engineering, and start‑up aspects of a project(s) while meeting HSSE, quality, schedule, and budget performance goals. Has responsibility for the technical excellence of the engineering portion of a project(s) across all disciplines.Contributes to delivery of engineering excellence through:Driving technical assurance on the assigned scope(s) of workManaging and leading, supporting and supervising the discipline engineering teams on the assigned scope(s) of workManagement of key stakeholders in the execution and delivery of contracted activitiesDeveloping and retaining motivated and competent peopleTraining and mentoring discipline engineering teamsUndertaking the role of process ownerDriving safety by designDriving and leading opportunities for innovationKey Accountabilities and ResponsibilitiesDriving technical assuranceContinuous promotion of corporate/client‑specific procedures.Assist in incident investigations as required.Monitors compliance with standards and processes to assure delivery.Rollout and implementation of learning opportunities from across the business.Driving continual focus on process safety through the engineering team.Driving elimination of technical incidents through robust controls, incident reviews and embedding lessons learned.Identifies and mitigates areas of risk and improvement opportunities.Identifies and pursues improvement opportunities.Managing and leading, supporting and supervising the multidisciplinary engineering team.Managing and leading, supporting and supervising the multidisciplinary engineering teamPlan, organise, direct, control and evaluate the activities and operations of a multidiscipline engineering team.Assist in the management of recruitment, selection, transfers, performance management, succession planning and promotion of resources to meet engineering team requirements.Ensuring appropriately resourced and competent personnel on Project/Contract.Oversig