Factory Manager📣 Job Ad

About the Role

Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader in electrification, focused on powering a sustainable energy future through innovative power grid technologies. The company is seeking a Senior Field Service Engineer to join its team in Dammam, Saudi Arabia. This role is integral to providing expert technical advice and on-site support to customers, encompassing the commissioning, installation, and testing of Hitachi's high-voltage products. The position involves identifying and resolving complex issues during product start-up and evaluating new equipment upgrades to meet customer requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Participate in site activities, including installation testing, commissioning, and troubleshooting of Hitachi HV GIS, GCB, LTB, DTB, and other assigned equipment at customer sites.
• Contribute to PGHV projects and collaborate with project teams as required.
• Coordinate with the tools management department to ensure proper handling and utilization of HV tools and test equipment for site activities related to HV Products installation, testing, commissioning, and protection and control.
• Perform GIS Bay or GIS compartment assembly, including minor fabrications, and troubleshoot and rectify defects in HV products at customer sites.
• Advise on action plans for repairs requiring execution in a Hitachi Energy factory or workshop, and provide support for PGHV Service activities on-site and at customer workplaces.
• Learn and proficiently operate test equipment used for HV product testing, commissioning, and maintenance, mastering the procedures for using special tools for HV products service jobs.
• Share knowledge and train fellow engineers and technicians on learned skills and procedures.
• Collaborate with Project Management teams, ensuring full compliance with project management requirements and adhering to site regulations.
• Lead contractors or subcontractors during job execution and coordinate with customers and back-office support for necessary resources.
• Obtain Provisional Acceptance Certificates (PAC) or signed time sheets from customers upon task completion for invoicing.
• Prepare and submit site reports, activity plans, and resource requirements to the Project Manager, line manager, or supervisor.
• Prepare Method of Statements as required, which may be shared with customers based on contractual obligations.
• Adhere to company rules and regulations, exhibiting good behavior on-site and promptly reporting safety or integrity incidents.
• Implement Hitachi Energy's core values, demonstrating a commitment to safety and integrity in daily activities.
• Prepare and submit weekly and monthly timesheets and expense reports in a timely manner.
• Prepare travel authorizations prior to commencing any travel for site visits or deployments.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree or Diploma in Electrical Engineering.
• 6-10 years of experience in high voltage products, electrical equipment, switchgears, and HV switchgear protection and control.
• Proficiency in both spoken and written English and Arabic languages is required.

Required Skills

• Installation testing
• Commissioning
• Troubleshooting
• High Voltage Gas Insulated Switchgear (HV GIS)
• Gas Circuit Breakers (GCB)
• Line Traps (LTB)
• Disconnecting and Earthing Switches (DTB)
• Tools management
• Test equipment operation and management
• Protection and control systems
• GIS Bay assembly
• Minor fabrication
• Rectification of HV product defects
• Project Management collaboration
• Leadership and coordination
• Reporting and documentation
• Method of statement preparation
• Safety compliance
• Integrity and ethical conduct
• Professional behavior
• Time sheet and expense report preparation
• Travel authorization procedures
• Regulatory compliance
• Expertise in high voltage products
• Knowledge of electrical equipment
• Familiarity with switchgears
• Understanding of HV switchgear protection and control

Work Environment

This is a full-time position based in Dammam, Eastern Province, Saudi Arabia. The role requires active participation on customer sites, involving travel as necessary for project execution and support.

About the Role

Saudi Chainlink Fence Mfg. Co. Ltd., a leader in security fencing systems since 1977, is seeking a Senior Estimator to join their team in Dammam, Eastern Saudi Arabia. With a long-standing reputation for expertise in designing, manufacturing, supplying, and installing galvanized and PVC-coated fencing solutions for major government and private sector clients, the company requires a skilled professional to develop accurate and competitive cost estimates and technical proposals. This role is crucial for ensuring project profitability while adhering to client specifications and tender requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Review project specifications, drawings, Bills of Quantities (BOQs), and tender documents to define project scope and estimation requirements.
• Prepare comprehensive cost estimates covering materials, labor, manufacturing, transportation, installation, and overheads.
• Analyze project risks and identify opportunities for cost savings without compromising quality.
• Evaluate supplier and subcontractor quotations and integrate them into project estimates.
• Develop detailed technical and commercial proposals aligned with client requirements and company standards.
• Formulate pricing strategies to ensure competitive and profitable bids.
• Submit quotations and tender documents punctually, meeting all deadlines.
• Participate in pre-bid and post-bid meetings, addressing clarifications and engaging in negotiations.
• Collaborate with Sales, Production, Procurement, and Engineering departments to ensure estimates reflect current costs and capabilities.
• Undertake site visits as necessary to gather project information and validate estimation assumptions.
• Provide technical support and costing data to the sales team.
• Maintain and update pricing databases, cost models, and estimation tools.
• Monitor market trends, material costs, labor rates, and competitor pricing.
• Track tender outcomes, analyze win/loss ratios, and evaluate pricing performance for continuous improvement.
• Ensure all estimation activities comply with company policies, industry standards, and client specifications.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree or Diploma in Engineering, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, or a closely related field.
• A minimum of 3 to 5 years of progressive experience in estimation, costing, or proposal preparation, preferably within the fencing, steel fabrication, construction, or manufacturing sectors.
• Demonstrated experience with chain-link fencing, barbed wire, security fencing, or similar related products is highly preferred.
• A strong understanding of tendering processes and commercial bid preparation.

Required Skills

• Estimation
• Cost Analysis
• Proposal Preparation
• Pricing Strategies
• Tendering Processes
• Commercial Bid Preparation
• Coordination
• Data Management
• Market Trends Analysis
• Proficiency in estimating for chain-link fencing, barbed wire, and security fencing systems.
• Experience in steel fabrication and general manufacturing environments.

Work Environment and Details

This is a full-time position based in Dammam, Eastern Saudi Arabia. The role requires 2-5 years of relevant experience. Saudi Chainlink Fence Mfg. Co. Ltd. operates as a distinguished leader in security fencing systems.

• Receive, inspect, and store spare parts and materials in accordance with company procedures.
• Issue materials against approved requests and maintain accurate inventory records.
• Monitor stock levels and initiate replenishment requests to ensure material availability.
• Conduct periodic stock counts and support inventory reconciliation activities.
• Coordinate with the Purchasing and Operations teams to meet material requirements and maintain inventory accuracy.
• Ensure proper storage, housekeeping, and compliance with HSE standards within the warehouse.

• Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in spare parts stores.
• Strong knowledge of inventory control and warehouse operations.
• Proficiency in ERP systems and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong organizational and coordination skills.