Design & Engineering Manager – FAMCO
Al Futtaim Group
Dubai, UAE
Ref: HP698-4114 		Al Futtaim Group

The Role


The Role

FAMCO (Al-Futtaim Auto & Machinery Co.) is a market leading supplier of products & services to a diverse range of industries & commercial undertakings covering the transportation, construction, manufacturing, warehousing, oil & gas and marine sectors. FAMCO serves these industries with world-class brands like Volvo Trucks, Volvo Buses, Volvo Construction Equipment, Merlo, Ingersoll Rand, Linde, Dexion, Yanmar, Himoinsa, Stanley Proto, Fenner, Bruynzeel, Mobel Linea, Meco, Bott, Stertil, Hart & Nassau.
FAMCO has operations in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Al Ain, Ras Al Khaimah and in December 2011, FAMCO acquired the Volvo Construction Equipment distributor for the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (Al Rehab) and now operates with 5 branches across the Kingdom. The company's development and success has been based on an in-depth understanding of customer needs and the dedication of its skilled staff.
FAMCO is committed to providing outstanding second-to-none service levels to customers and to maintaining quality, safety and environmental standards at the highest possible levels. FAMCO is an ISO 9001:2008 & ISO 14001:2004 certified company.We are looking to recruit a Design & Engineering Manager to head all functions of the Design Dept while reporting to the National Sales Manager. He is a member of the FAMCO Office Solutions Management Team, and represents the organisation for all aspects of customer support and Principal supply.
The holder must be technically skilled, maintain contact and control of all aspects of the design department, to ensure synergy within the different departments.
This new function will ensure all projects drawings, presentations, 3D Renders, costings and quotations are delivered to the customer within the time frame set by the sales team or national sales manager.
The current territories are Dubai and Abu Dhabi, but will require direct input to expand the role into the region.

Requirements


Requirements

The selected candidate will have the following skills and qualifications and;

*Diploma in Civil / Degree or Relevant Engineering Degree.

*Excellent written and verbal communication

*Minimum Experience of 15 years cross over industry experience with a minimum of 5 years in a Design Management Role

*Able to work on ACAD/Sketchup/3D Visualization ability and working knowledge of color and design principles

*High Proficiency in AutoCAD, 3Ds Max, Photoshop, AOC 4.8.3. (Advanced Order Configurator), PCon 6.2, Meco Gen 2007, Ms Office Products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

* Ability to balance design with operational needs and budget objectives.

* Ability to execute multiple designs under tight time deadlines.

* Knowledge of interiors architectural details and specifications for construction documents.

* Ability to identify and resolve problems at an early stage.

About the Company


About the Company

Established in the 1930's, the Al-Futtaim Group initially operated as a trading enterprise. Rapid development throughout the 1940's and 50's saw it establish itself regionally as an integrated commercial, industrial and services organisation, positioning itself one of the leading business houses in the lower Gulf region. Today, it operates collectively over 40 companies bearing the Al-Futtaim name, dominates many market segments in the UAE, and has expanded its sphere of operation to include Bahrain, Kuwait, Qatar, Oman and Egypt.

The Group comprises a diverse range of strategically positioned operating subsidiaries and associate companies, structured to give the Al-Futtaim Group the flexibility and versatility to keep ahead of local competition while keeping pace with the ever-evolving global business scenario. The Group’s continued investment in world-class systems technology is clear evidence of its commitment to maintain leading edge performance and service delivery.

The success of the Al-Futtaim Group can be attributed to a business approach that combines the ability to change with the traditional values of integrity, service and social responsibility that define its core business philosophy. This, linked with the Group’s belief in decentralisation, gives the heads of the operating companies a high degree of functional autonomy and authority, providing the Group with essential flexibility, and individual employees a clearly defined work culture and sense of responsibility.

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