Hydraulic Division Head – Marine Industry

Company: Al Safwan Marine Equipment Maintenance LLC Location: UAE Department: Hydraulics Employment Type: Full-Time Experience: Minimum 8–10 years in the marine hydraulics industry

Job Summary

Al Safwan Marine is looking for an experienced and commercially driven Hydraulic Division Head to lead and manage its Hydraulics Division.

The ideal candidate must have extensive experience in marine hydraulic systems, shipboard hydraulic equipment maintenance, repair and troubleshooting, along with strong leadership and business management capabilities.

The role involves overseeing the division's overall operations, managing technical teams, developing new business opportunities, maintaining customer relationships and ensuring the division achieves its operational, revenue and profitability targets.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the overall operations of the Hydraulics Division, ensuring efficient service delivery and business performance.
• Oversee marine hydraulic system maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, overhauling and testing activities.
• Manage hydraulic services related to marine vessels, offshore equipment and shipboard machinery.
• Ensure technical supervision of hydraulic systems, including pumps, motors, cylinders, valves, hydraulic power packs, steering gears, winches, cranes and other marine hydraulic equipment.
• Lead, supervise and develop the technical team, ensuring quality workmanship and timely project completion.
• Identify and develop new business opportunities within the marine, shipping, offshore and ship repair sectors.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with ship owners, ship management companies, shipyards, marine contractors and other industry clients.
• Prepare and monitor quotations, budgets, project costs and divisional profitability.
• Develop strategies to increase revenue, expand the customer base and strengthen the division's market presence.
• Monitor ongoing projects, service orders and customer requirements to ensure timely execution.
• Coordinate with other departments, including Finance, Procurement and Operations, for smooth business functioning.
• Submit regular performance reports, business updates and operational plans to management.
• Ensure compliance with company procedures, quality standards and marine health and safety requirements.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Marine Engineering or a related technical field.
• Minimum 8–10 years of relevant experience in marine hydraulics, preferably in a managerial or divisional leadership position.
• Strong hands-on and technical knowledge of marine hydraulic systems and shipboard machinery.
• Proven experience in hydraulic repair, maintenance, troubleshooting, overhauling and testing of marine equipment.
• Previous experience working with marine service companies, ship repair companies, shipyards or offshore service providers.
• Established knowledge of the UAE marine industry and customer network will be highly preferred.
• Demonstrated experience in managing technical teams, projects and divisional business operations.
• Strong commercial understanding, including business development, budgeting, costing and profitability management.

Key Skills

• Strong leadership and team management capabilities.
• Excellent marine technical knowledge and problem-solving skills.
• Business development and client relationship management.
• Commercial awareness and financial management.
• Strong negotiation and decision-making abilities.
• Excellent communication and coordination skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and achieve business targets.

Ideal Candidate Profile

We are looking for a technically strong and commercially focused professional who can independently lead the Hydraulics Division, drive marine business development, strengthen customer relationships and take ownership of the division's overall performance and profitability.

Candidates with proven experience in marine hydraulic maintenance, ship repair and offshore hydraulic services are strongly encouraged to apply.

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In person