Job Title: Deputy Plant Manager

Location: Bahrain

Reporting to: Technical Manager

Start Date: Immediate

About the Role

Joseph Gallagher Ltd is seeking a highly motivated Deputy Plant Manager to join our tunnelling operations in Bahrain. The successful candidate will support the Technical Manager in overseeing the maintenance, mobilisation, and efficient operation of a wide range of heavy plant and tunnelling machinery used across our ongoing microtunnelling and infrastructure projects.

This position requires a hands on leader with strong technical knowledge of electrical and hydraulic systems, steel fabrication, and tunnelling plant, including slurry TBMs, separation plants, jacking systems, and associated support equipment.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Technical Manager in the day-to-day management of the plant and equipment fleet across multiple project sites.
• Supervise workshop operations including repair, refurbishment, fabrication, and modification of mechanical and structural components.
• Ensure all heavy plant, tunnelling, and support equipment are maintained in line with manufacturer and company standards.
• Plan, prioritise, and coordinate maintenance schedules to minimise downtime and ensure operational readiness.
• Oversee electrical and hydraulic system diagnostics, fault finding, and repairs.
• Support in the mobilisation and demobilisation of TBMs, slurry systems, jacking frames, and separation plants.
• Manage workshop technicians, electricians, and fitters; provide technical guidance and ensure adherence to safety procedures.
• Liaise closely with site teams to ensure plant availability meets project requirements.
• Assist in procurement of spare parts, consumables, and fabrication materials.
• Maintain accurate service records, inspection reports, and maintenance logs.
• Promote a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with all relevant company and statutory requirements.

Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum 10 years’ experience managing or maintaining heavy plant and tunnelling equipment.
• Strong understanding of electrical and hydraulic systems.
• Proven background in steel fabrication, repair, and modification of mechanical assemblies.
• Previous experience working with tunnelling machinery – slurry TBMs, jacking systems, separation plants, and associated equipment – is essential.
• Demonstrable leadership and people management skills.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics.
• Excellent organisational and problem-solving skills.
• Good command of English (written and spoken).
• GCC or international project experience preferred.