Multinational construction company offering eco‑friendly building materials and services.
Oversee plant production, coordination, quality, safety, and staff to meet targets.
1 months ago ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Onsite
Company Size
2,300 Employees
Service Specialisms
Building materials supply
Green building design
Construction services
Architecture services
Tile adhesives
Decorative solutions
Sustainable building
Laying solutions
Sector Specialisms
Construction
Building Materials
Ceramic
Natural Stone
Parquet Flooring
Resilient Flooring
Industrial Flooring
Green Building
Role
Description
production efficiency
material planning
quality management
cost optimization
safety compliance
process improvement
Assesses and recommends investments or modifications to manufacturing facilities to enhance production efficiency, in close coordination with and under the direction of the Parent Company’s Central Engineering division.
Continuously enhances personnel allocation within Operations departments and streamlines processes to maximize efficiency and productivity.
Engages with local Department Managers to coordinate material planning, procurement, production, and shipping activities, while managing relationships with key operational vendors to ensure smooth and efficient collaboration.
Defines key policies, plans, and strategic initiatives, addresses operational challenges, and identifies growth opportunities to foster a high-performance culture and sustain strong employee morale.
Coordinates operational activities in collaboration with Group Department Heads to ensure alignment with corporate strategies and directives.
Ensures full compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and safety and environmental standards, while maintaining effective relationships with external safety and environmental authorities.
Consistently promotes awareness of quality issues and ensures compliance with procedures across all company departments by organizing regular meetings at every level.
Executes plans, processes, and projects aimed at minimizing manufacturing costs by ensuring the efficient utilization of manpower, equipment, facilities, materials, and capital resources.
Ensures that the quantities and types of raw materials and finished products are accurately planned and scheduled to maintain optimal warehouse stock levels and achieve all production targets—covering quantity, timeline, quality, and cost—through effective control and coordination of the relevant departments.
In collaboration with the Health & Safety Officer, advises the Managing Director on addressing safety issues within company operations and recommends appropriate safety plans, in alignment with Department Heads.
Collaborates with Quality Assurance (System Improvement) to develop and maintain the Quality Manual and related documentation, ensuring accurate references and effective implementation of the Quality Management System.
Achieves plants’ production goals by coordinating all related operations according to company’s policies and procedures for the attainment of business objectives and products’ standards
Actively contributes to the recruitment, selection, and training of Operations Management personnel in partnership with the Managing Director, HR, and the Parent Company, to attract, develop, and retain skilled and motivated employees.
Leads, coaches, and mentors Operations Management personnel, providing constructive performance feedback in line with established operational quality standards, and ensures adherence or corrective action in coordination with the Managing Director and the Parent Company.
Develops operational policies, procedures, and strategic plans—including annual operations plans, five-year business plans, and special reviews—to support effective decision-making and strategic alignment.
Provides the Quality Assurance (System Improvement) team with all necessary information for the periodic review of the Quality Management System and recommends quality improvements based on insights from notifications, audits, inspections, and meetings with various company departments.
Requirements
engineering degree
manufacturing
operations mgmt
ms office
project management
english
Degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Chemical, Industrial or Management) (AEI).
Min 5 years’ experience in manufacturing within a Multinational Company with 2-3 years of managerial experience focused on Operations Management.
Excellent knowledge of MS Office/IT Knowledge.
Strong knowledge in Project Management and Total Quality Management (TQM) principles.
Fluent in English language, in written and verbal communication.
Benefits
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Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
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Company
Overview
1968
Year Founded
Established in 1968 in Italy’s ceramic heartland.
€774M
Revenue
Reached €774 million in revenue by 2023.
41%
International Revenue Share
Generates 41% of revenue from international markets.
21 Plants
Production Facilities
Operates 21 production plants across 11 countries.
Its business is organized around three units—Tile Installation, Construction, and Surfaces—catering to diverse building needs.
Kerakoll has supplied high‑profile projects like the Colosseum restoration, Beijing’s Bird’s Nest, Allianz Arena and Cape Town Stadium.
Its Jaipur plant showcases innovative features—from rainwater harvesting to photovoltaic capacity and battery‑powered forklifts.
Culture + Values
Innovative – all Kerakoll people have plenty of ideas and possess spirit of initiative; they are creative people able to apply innovation and inventiveness in everything they do
Responsible – all Kerakoll people are attentive and responsible; they act with loyalty and fairness in respect of consumers, colleagues and stakeholders, in order to promote a new development model, capable of pursuing economic growth, well‑being, quality of life and respect for the environment
Dynamic – all Kerakoll people are full of enthusiasm, and truly passionate about excellence and leadership; they are dynamic and quick to make decisions, flexible and able to adapt to changes
True – all Kerakoll people have a young and flexible mentality; they are open, transparent and authentic, working simply with humility, entrepreneurial spirit, determination and a team‑oriented approach
In touch – all Kerakoll people are market‑oriented; they are convinced that the best ideas come from stakeholders, with whom it is crucial to be in constant contact in order to listen to their needs and turn them into answers and solutions
Environment + Sustainability
30% CO₂ reduction
Intermodal Transport Emissions
Achieved a 30% reduction in CO₂ emissions for bulk raw materials transportation in the UK through intermodal initiatives involving road, rail, and maritime logistics.
60% stake acquired
Caltra Nederland Partnership
Secured a 60% stake in Caltra Nederland to develop innovative low-carbon binders, including supplementary cementitious materials (SCMs) and low-carbon clinker.
Certified July 2023
B Corp Status
Achieved B Corp certification, committing to stringent social and environmental standards, transparency, and responsibility.
Net-zero by 2030
Decarbonisation Target
Committed to achieving net-zero emissions through binder innovation and low-carbon transport/logistics initiatives.
_publisher of a Group Impact Report (2023) across 11 countries using the Benefit Impact Assessment framework in governance, workers, community, environment, and customers.
Developing new binders to reduce reliance on cement and address CO₂ emissions from binder production.
Collaborating with the University of Sheffield AMRC to minimise factory waste and design low-impact manufacturing plants.
Investing in self-produced renewable energy and energy optimisation to reduce operational emissions.
Inclusion & Diversity
2% turnover
Employee Retention Rate
This impressively low turnover rate indicates a strong, inclusive work environment that values and retains its employees effectively.