Introduction

  • The scope covers the construction, assembly, commissioning and handover of dredging equipment, mining systems, offshore equipment and small-sized vessels produced in India.
  • This position plays a key role in preparing the organization for future growth, operational scaling and expansion into new regions.

What are you going to do 

* Operational Managemento Lead daily operations across production facilities and project sites.
o Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget and according to quality and safety standards.o Develop and manage production planning, capacity planning and workforce allocation.
o Monitor operational KPIs (cost, productivity, utilization, cycle time, downtime) and implement corrective actions.o Drive continuous improvement and process standardization.
* Quality, Compliance & HSEo Ensure compliance with ISO standards, marine classification requirements and offshore regulations.
o Maintain strong HSE performance and a safety-focused culture across all sites.o Oversee inspections, audits and certification processes.
o Improve quality control by reducing rework and waste through structured root-cause analysis.* Supply Chain & Facilities
o Coordinate procurement, logistics and subcontracted activities in close collaboration with the Procurement Manager.o Oversee inventory management and implement controls to reduce excess stock and shortages.
o Ensure proper maintenance and performance of workshops, fabrication facilities and assembly areas.* Organization & Growth
o Lead, mentor and develop production leads, quality leads, supervisors, technicians and project personnel.o Upgrade workforce capabilities to enable more complex construction scope.
o Forecast manpower requirements based on growth plans and project pipeline.o Establish operational standards and processes to support expansion into new facilities or geographies.
o Contribute to tendering and budgeting processes by providing execution methodologies and cost estimates.o Support strategic decision-making through operational insights and performance reporting.
* You work closely with Sales, Proposals, Engineering, Project Management, Supply Chain Management and Finance to ensure coordinated execution and alignment with business objectives.

Essential skills and knowledge

  • 20+ years of operational experience in heavy industrial equipment fabrication and/or offshore equipment.
  • Strong knowledge of fabrication, welding (including high-performance alloys and corrosion resistant materials), outfitting and mechanical/electrical integration.
  • Experience in a production environment outside India (mandatory).
  • Familiarity with marine classification societies, offshore standards and ISO compliance requirements.
  • Experience in high-mix, low-volume production environments.
  • Strong leadership capabilities with a hands-on management style.
  • Proficiency in production planning, ERP systems and structured performance reporting.
  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Marine Engineering, Industrial Engineering or a related technical field.
  • Master's degree (MBA or Operations Management) is a plus.

What we offer 

  • Salary:
    • Monthly Rate in INR (All inclusive)
  • Work Schedule:
    • 8 Hours / 5 Days
  • Duration:
    • Perm
  • Location:
    • Mumbai, India

Closing: 04 July 2026

Are you the perfect match for this vacancy? Apply in 5 minutes and let's get in touch!

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Process of your application

Application process & contact

We will now begin examining your application: We will take a close look at your application documents and ask you for additional information if necessary. If your qualifications match our requirements, we will invite you to meet us for the first time.

Project discussion with our customer

If the introductory meeting goes well for you and us, we will arrange a meeting with the customer who has the perfect project for you. This gives you the opportunity to find out more about the customer and the project.

The decision

If you enjoyed the project discussion and the customer is also convinced of your expertise, we will ask you the final and decisive question: Do you want to get started at Brunel?

Introductory conversation with Brunel

In an introductory meeting, we would like to find out more about your interests, ambitions and professional developments. At the same time, we report on working at Brunel and provide information about all career opportunities and prospects.

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