Heavy Machinery Workshop Supervisor
UAE | 5 - 10 yearsPosition: Heavy Machinery Workshop Supervisor
Location: Dubai, UAE
We are looking for a Diploma Holder in Mechanical, Automobile, Diesel, or Heavy Equipment Engineering with extensive hands-on experience in the maintenance and repair of heavy machinery.
Key Requirements
- Diploma in Mechanical, Automobile, Diesel, or Heavy Equipment Engineering.
- Minimum 5-10 years of experience in heavy machinery workshops.
- Proven experience as a Workshop Supervisor (GCC or Outside GCC), Foreman, or Senior Mechanic.
- Strong technical knowledge of diesel engines, hydraulic systems, powertrain, transmission, and heavy equipment maintenance.
- Experience working on equipment such as excavators, wheel loaders, backhoe loaders, rollers, graders, cranes, forklifts, and other construction machinery.
- Ability to accurately diagnose machine breakdowns, identify the root cause of failures, and recommend the most effective repair solution.
- Capable of supervising mechanics, allocating repair work, and ensuring repairs are carried out as per OEM standards.
- Strong understanding of preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and equipment reliability.
- Ability to read service manuals, hydraulic and electrical schematics, and use diagnostic tools.
- Good leadership, communication, and workshop management skills.
Key Responsibilities
- Supervise the daily operations of the heavy machinery workshop.
- Diagnose complex mechanical, hydraulic, and diesel engine failures and provide technical guidance to workshop mechanics.
- Assess repair requirements and determine whether components should be repaired or replaced.
- Prepare detailed Breakdown Assessment Reports for every major machine failure, identifying the root cause, repair scope, estimated downtime, and recommendations to prevent recurrence.
- Review and validate the requirement for spare parts before procurement by confirming that the requested parts are necessary for the repair.
- Submit technical reports and recommendations to the Procurement Manager for approval of spare parts purchases and repair works, ensuring all procurement requests are technically justified and cost-effective.
- Verify that the repair methodology and spare parts requested are appropriate before any purchase order is issued.
- Supervise all repair activities and ensure work is completed efficiently, safely, and to OEM standards.
- Monitor repair quality and machine performance after repairs are completed.
- Coordinate with the Procurement Department regarding spare parts requirements, technical specifications, and alternative repair options where applicable.
- Develop and implement preventive maintenance schedules to minimize recurring breakdowns and equipment downtime.
- Maintain service history, maintenance records, and workshop documentation for all equipment.
- Train and mentor workshop mechanics to improve technical competency and workshop productivity.
Preference will be given to candidates with GCC/UAE experience and hands-on knowledge of Caterpillar, Komatsu, Volvo, Hitachi, JCB, SANY, Hyundai, Doosan, and other heavy construction equipment.
Updated CV
- Current location
- Expected salary
Can share CV to 0091 9650112347
Job Summary
Posted On: 21 Jul 2026
Vacancy: 1 Position
Qualification: Diploma in Mechanical Engineering Preferred
Job Nature: Fulltime
Salary: Salary will discussed and finalized based on Qualification, experience, skills and Interview assessment by client
Location: UAE