1. Job Purpose To manage and supervise fabrication, marine engineering and project operations at assigned locations. The role involves planning and executing structural fabrication, welding, piping, mechanical work, equipment installation, maintenance and associated engineering activities. The Manager will be responsible for project execution, manpower management, subcontractor coordination, quality, safety, material utilization and timely completion of work as per project requirements.

Industry Preference

Experience in any of the following industries will be an added advantage:

- Shipbuilding & Ship Repair
- Marine Engineering & Shipyard Services
- Offshore Engineering & Offshore Fabrication
- Defence Shipyards & Naval Engineering
- Heavy Engineering & Industrial Fabrication
- Port, Floating Structures & Marine Infrastructure

2. Key Responsibilities & Duties

A. Fabrication & Technical Operations

- Manage day-to-day fabrication and engineering activities at the assigned project location.
- Supervise structural steelwork, plate cutting, fit-up, welding, assembly, piping and installation activities.
- Ensure fabrication and assembly work is carried out as per approved drawings, technical specifications and established procedures.
- Coordinate mechanical work, equipment installation, maintenance, modification and associated engineering activities.
- Identify technical and operational issues and coordinate with the Engineering team for timely resolution.
- Ensure proper utilization of machinery, tools, equipment and available resources.

B. Project Planning & Execution

- Prepare work plans and execution schedules in coordination with Project and Engineering teams.
- Plan manpower, materials, equipment and subcontractor requirements.
- Monitor daily progress against project schedules and milestones.
- Ensure work is completed within agreed timelines and required quality standards.
- Identify delays, resource constraints and operational bottlenecks and take corrective action.
- Coordinate multiple work activities to ensure smooth project execution.

C. Manpower & Subcontractor Management

- Supervise supervisors, welders, fabricators, fitters, technicians and other site personnel.
- Allocate work and monitor productivity, attendance, workmanship and performance.
- Manage subcontractors and monitor their work quality, productivity and timely completion.




- Ensure proper deployment and utilization of manpower according to project requirements.
- Maintain discipline, accountability and effective coordination among site teams.

D. Quality Control

- Ensure fabrication, welding, piping, mechanical and installation work meets approved drawings and specified quality standards.
- Coordinate with the Quality team for inspections, testing and rectification of defects.
- Monitor workmanship and ensure compliance with technical specifications and approved procedures.
- Minimize rework, defects, material wastage and avoidable costs.
- Maintain proper work progress, inspection and completion records.

E. Safety & Compliance

- Ensure compliance with company HSE policies, client requirements and applicable site safety procedures.
- Ensure proper use of PPE and adherence to secure working practices.
- Monitor safety during welding, gas cutting, lifting, working at height, confined-space activities and other high-risk operations.
- Coordinate with the HSE team for work permits, toolbox talks and safety inspections.
- Identify unsafe conditions, report incidents and ensure corrective actions are implemented.

F. Material & Cost Control

- Coordinate with Stores, Purchase and Project teams to ensure timely availability of materials, tools, equipment and consumables.
- Monitor material consumption and ensure minimum wastage.
- Ensure proper utilization and maintenance of machinery, tools and equipment.
- Identify material shortages and additional resource requirements that may affect project progress.
- Support management in controlling operational costs and improving productivity.

G. Coordination & Reporting

- Coordinate with client representatives, Project Management, Engineering, Quality, HSE, Stores and subcontractors.
- Maintain daily progress reports, manpower deployment records and work completion updates.
- Report project progress, delays, technical issues and resource requirements to management.
- Participate in project review meetings and ensure timely resolution of operational issues.
- Recommend improvements in work methods,



productivity, resource utilization and operational efficiency.

3. Qualification

Essential

- Diploma or Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Marine Engineering or a related engineering discipline.

Preferred

- Additional technical qualifications or certifications in fabrication, welding, marine engineering or project operations.

4. Experience

- 8–12 years of relevant experience in fabrication, marine engineering, mechanical engineering or project operations.
- Practical experience in structural steel fabrication, welding, piping, mechanical work and equipment installation.
- Experience in shipyard, marine, offshore, heavy engineering or similar project-based environments.
- Proven experience in manpower supervision, subcontractor management and project execution.
- Experience handling complex engineering activities, site coordination and time-bound project delivery.

5. Knowledge & Skills

- Strong practical knowledge of structural fabrication, welding, piping and mechanical systems.
- Understanding of marine engineering and project operations.
- Ability to read and interpret engineering and fabrication drawings.
- Strong planning, execution and manpower management skills.
- Good knowledge of quality control, inspection procedures and industrial safety.
- Effective communication, coordination and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to manage multiple activities and meet project deadlines.

6. Expected Outcome Ensure efficient execution of fabrication and engineering activities, timely completion of assigned projects, effective utilization of manpower and materials, adherence to quality and safety standards, minimum rework and wastage, and achievement of project delivery and productivity targets.

Industry Preference:

Experience in any of the following industries will be an added advantage:

- Shipbuilding & Ship Repair
- Marine Engineering & Shipyard Services
- Offshore Engineering & Offshore Fabrication
- Defence Shipyards & Naval Engineering
- Heavy Engineering & Industrial Fabrication
- Port, Floating Structures & Marine Infrastructure

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📌 Manager – Fabrication & Operations (Mumbai)
🏢 Sadhav Offshore Engineering
📍 Mumbai