Assistant Manager - Roll Shop

We are hiring an Assistant Manager - Roll Shop for one of our clients, a leading metal and steel manufacturing company based in Abu Dhabi, UAE. About Our Client Our client is a leading metal and steel manufacturing company based in Abu Dhabi, UAE, recognized for delivering high-quality steel products and engineering solutions to a wide range of industries. With a strong commitment to operational excellence, innovation, and safety, the company operates state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities and adheres to international quality standards. Key Responsibilities Assist the Roll Shop Manager in managing the daily Roll Shop operations and maintenance activities Plan and supervise roll grinding, roll assembly, disassembly, and roll changing activities Ensure the availability of rolls and tooling in line with rolling mill production schedules Monitor roll performance, wear, and consumption to improve roll life and reduce operational costs Coordinate with the Production, Mechanical, Quality Control (QC), and Production Planning and Control (PPC) departments to ensure smooth rolling operations Conduct inspections and dimensional verification of rolls before installation and after dismantling Monitor the condition and maintenance of Roll Shop machinery, grinding machines, material handling equipment, and tools Ensure preventive and predictive maintenance activities are implemented effectively Maintain roll history cards, grinding records, maintenance logs, inspection reports, and inventory records Monitor and control Roll Shop consumables, spare parts, and tooling inventory Ensure safe material handling, proper housekeeping, and appropriate storage practices within the Roll Shop Identify roll defects, operational abnormalities, and quality issues, and initiate corrective actions Support shutdown planning and maintenance activities related to rolling mill rolls and equipment Conduct toolbox talks, on-the-job training, and skill development programs for Roll Shop personnel Ensure the implementation of Permit-to-Work (PTW), Lockout/Tag out (LOTO), and safety procedures during maintenance activities Ensure compliance with applicable statutory, customer, operational, and company requirements Implement and maintain Integrated Management System (IMS) procedures in accordance with ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 standards Participate in risk assessments, hazard identification, environmental aspect and impact assessments, and the implementation of operational controls Support internal and external audits, corrective actions, and continuous improvement initiatives Promote quality awareness, environmental sustainability, energy conservation, and a strong occupational health and safety culture within the department Authority Authorize and supervise roll preparation, grinding, assembly, and maintenance activities Stop unsafe work practices or operations that may affect product quality, safety, or environmental compliance Allocate manpower and operational resources for Roll Shop activities Recommend the repair, rejection, or replacement of defective rolls and tooling Initiate maintenance requests and spare parts requirements for Roll Shop equipment Conduct inspections and verify compliance with operational, quality, and safety procedures Coordinate training and competency development activities for Roll Shop personnel Participate in audits, investigations, and continuous improvement initiatives related to Roll Shop operations Accountabilities Ensure the availability and reliability of rolls for uninterrupted rolling mill operations Reduce roll failures, equipment downtime, rolling defects, and operational delays Ensure proper maintenance and documentation of roll inspection, grinding, and inventory records Maintain compliance with product quality specifications and operational standards Ensure the effective implementation of IMS procedures and operational controls within Roll Shop activities Maintain compliance with applicable health, safety, environmental regulations, and company procedures Ensure safe working practices, proper PPE usage, and compliance with PTW and LOTO systems Support the achievement of departmental productivity, quality, maintenance, and cost control objectives Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives related to quality, environmental performance, operational efficiency, and occupational health and safety performance Requirements Bachelor's degree or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering or a related field 8–12 years of experience in rolling mill operations, Roll Shop maintenance, or a similar manufacturing environment Experience supervising maintenance teams and coordinating with cross-functional departments Strong leadership, problem-solving, and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities Good communication skills and a strong commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement Benefits Competitive Salary Employee Benefits as per the UAE Labor Law