Head of Joinery

Joinery Manufacturing Leadership Roles (x2): Greenfield Factory Operations

Location: Dubai, UAE | Leading Real Estate Developer | CAPEX up to AED 1 billion📌 Position OverviewFollowing the appointment of the executive who will lead this division, we are now hiring two operational leaders to help set up and run a new joinery manufacturing facility.

The project is still in its planning phase. These roles will be focused on the operations and day-to-day running of the factory, reporting into the head of the entire joinery division and working alongside them through build, commissioning and into full production.📌 Scope of ResponsibilityProduction Operations: Workflow design, capacity planning, shift scheduling and output delivery once the factory is liveOperational Readiness: Input into factory layout, machinery selection, installation and commissioning during the setup phaseQuality: Establishing and maintaining quality systems, inspection processes and finish standards across all joinery outputProgramme and Delivery: Coordinating production against project schedules and site handover datesMaterials and Supply: Material planning, stock control, supplier coordination and cost discipline on the factory floorTeam Leadership: Recruiting, training and managing supervisors, craftsmen and production staffHealth and Safety: Enforcing safe working practices and regulatory compliance across the facilityCoordination: Working closely with design, project and commercial teams to keep production aligned with business needs📌 Your Background15 years in joinery or fit-out manufacturing, with a substantial part of that in a management positionHands-on experience running factory operations, ideally including involvement in a new facility setup or major expansionStrong understanding of joinery production processes, from shop drawings through to dispatchProven ability to manage production teams and maintain output and quality under pressureExperience in the GCC market preferredPractical, floor-based leadership style with sound commercial awareness📌 Why These RolesYou will join at the planning stage of a facility with capex of up to AED 1 billion and help build the operation rather than inherit one. There is a clear leadership structure above you and real ownership of the factory floor beneath you.If you are interested, apply by sending your CV to careers@ambitek.ae