Operations Manager - Tower cranes

Job Purpose:

The Site Supervisor – Store & Materials Control will manage all tower crane parts, accessories, tools, and site materials. The role ensures proper receiving, storage, tracking, and issuing of components used in tower crane erection, dismantling, maintenance, and repair. This position supports operations by maintaining accurate inventory and ensuring timely availability of required parts.

Key Responsibilities:Tower Crane Parts Management

• Receive, inspect, and store tower crane components:
• Mast sections, slewing units, jib sections, counter weights, climbing frames, pins, bolts, ropes, motors
• , etc.
• Maintain proper labeling, segregation, and stacking for all crane parts.

• Verify quantities received against delivery notes and inspection reports.Inventory Control

• Maintain an updated daily stock register for all mechanical, electrical, and structural crane parts.
• Monitor critical items such as limit switches, cables, motors, safety devices, brakes, VFDs.
• Track returnable tools/equipment used by erection and maintenance teams.
• Report shortages, damages, or missing parts immediately.

Site Operations Coordination

• Issue crane parts for erection, climbing, dismantling, or maintenance as per approved requests.
• Coordinate with erection team leaders, technicians, inspectors, and operations managers.
• Arrange materials for mobilization and demobilization of cranes.

Documentation & Reporting

• Prepare GRN, MIR, material issue vouchers, inspection reports, and equipment logs.
• Update digital inventory system or Excel sheets daily.
• Submit weekly and monthly stock reports to management.

Safety & Compliance

• Ensure safe handling and storage of heavy tower crane components.
• Maintain yard/store cleanliness and ensure compliance with HSE guidelines.
• Secure valuable electrical and safety components against damage or theft.

Logistics & Yard Control

• Coordinate loading/unloading of heavy crane components using forklifts/cranes.
• Plan and organize yard layout for easy access and safe movement.
• Ensure proper tagging and identification of all parts.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• 2–5+ years experience in storekeeping or materials handling in tower cranes, construction lifting equipment, or heavy machinery.
• Strong understanding of tower crane parts and their names.
• Experience working with erection/maintenance teams is an advantage.
• Good communication and coordination skills.
• Basic computer skills (Excel, MS Office).

Preferred Experience:

• Worked with brands like Potain, Liebherr, Terex, Comansa, Raimondi, Zoomlion, Yongmao, etc.
• Knowledge of rigging, lifting, and heavy equipment safety.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From AED5,000.00 per month