Operations/Inspections Manager - Emirats Arabes Unis H/F APAVE

Apave UAE is a leading national player in the TIV (Testing, Inspection, Verification) sector. With a strong presence in all sectors of activity, specialising in industrial inspection, including inspection of new equipment (source inspection)
As a recognised and accredited third-party organisation in the Middle East, Apave is a trusted partner for its customers, providing expertise and adapting to their challenges, their specific needs and new regulations.

The Operations/Inspections Manager position is subject to a local contract in Abu Dhabi.

The purpose of the Operations Manager - Third-Party Inspection (TPI) position is to manage and coordinate the operational activities of the business unit, ensuring the effective delivery of inspection services in line with required quality, cost, safety and project timelines.

The Operations Manager is responsible for the overall planning, resourcing, management and delivery of Third-Party Inspection (TPI) services, including Source Inspection and Site Inspection activities across onshore and offshore Oil and Gas projects.

The role holder acts as the principal operational interface between ADNOC Offshore, Apave Management, Project coordinators, assigned Inspectors, and internal Apave departments including HR; Finance, ensuring inspection activities are planned, resourced, executed and reported in full compliance with contractual, quality and HSE requirements.

A key responsibility of the position is to maintain continuous, proactive and professional communication with ADNOC and other client focal persons, ensuring inspection requirements, operational priorities and client
expectations are clearly understood and effectively addressed throughout the project lifecycle. The Operations Manager ensures that inspection activities are appropriately planned, staffed, executed, monitored and reported in accordance with contractual requirements, applicable technical standards, quality procedures and HSE requirements.

The position claims main responsibilities in

• STRATEGY / BUDGET
• MANAGEMENT / DEVELOPMENT / NETWORK
• PROJECT MANAGEMENT
• ORGANISATION / HR
• ACCOUNTING / ANALYTICAL MANAGEMENT / PERFORMANCE
• LEGAL / INSURANCE / COMPLIANCE
• QHSE / SECURITY / CYBER
• COMMUNICATION / CHANGE MANAGEMENT

Specific application instructions:

To apply, please send your resume and application letter to ***

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Bachelor's degree in mechanical, Civil , Structural and Electrical engineering or a related technical discipline is required. Professional certifications in Project Management, Inspection, Quality, or related fields are considered an advantage.

• Understanding of analytical management principles.
• Understanding of budget development and monitoring.
• Mastery of Excel tools (macros, pivot tables), ERP (AIMS or other used within the perimeter).
• Ability to communicate effectively in a multicultural environment.
• Ability to organize and lead change in a rapidly evolving Group.
• Commercial development skills and a strong ability to define and drive a strategic vision.
• Fluency in English is a MUST.
• Knowledge of the company's QHSE rules.
• Strong knowledge of Third-Party Inspection principles, Source Inspection and Site Inspection practices.
• Working knowledge of ADNOC, specifically ADNOC Offshore project environments and requirements.
• Proven project management capability across multidisciplinary inspection assignments.
• Strong inspector and resource management skills, including planning, mobilisation and utilisation.
• Excellent client relationship management and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to maintain effective and continuous communication with ADNOC Offshore Focal Persons and manage multiple client and project interfaces.