Fleet Operations Manager

Mobilisation Lead/Fleet Operations Manager Location: Dammam, Saudi Arabia Nationality: Saudi Nationals Only Employment Type: Full-Time Industry: Heavy Equipment | Fleet Operations | Construction | Industrial Services About the Opportunity We are supporting one of Saudi Arabia's most established and diversified business groups in appointing an experienced Mobilisation Lead to support a major operational transformation. With a strong presence across construction, infrastructure, heavy equipment, transportation, logistics and industrial services, the organisation supports large-scale projects throughout the Kingdom and is entering an exciting phase of growth, modernisation and operational expansion. As part of this transformation, the business is strengthening its heavy equipment and fleet operations, moving towards a more centralised, technology-enabled and KPI-driven operating model. This is an opportunity for an experienced operational leader to take ownership of equipment mobilisation, deployment efficiency and field execution while helping establish a more disciplined, responsive and commercially focused fleet operation. The Role As Mobilisation Lead, you will oversee the planning, coordination and execution of heavy equipment, machinery, vehicles and operational resources across multiple projects and locations. This is not a traditional fleet administration, logistics or maintenance position. We are seeking a hands-on leader with direct experience managing heavy equipment mobilisation, deployment operations, dispatch coordination and multi-site field execution. You will play a key role in improving fleet utilisation, reducing equipment idle time, strengthening mobilisation governance and ensuring operational resources are deployed safely, efficiently and on time. Key Responsibilities Heavy Equipment Mobilisation & Deployment • Lead end-to-end mobilisation and demobilisation of heavy equipment, machinery, operators and associated resources. • Oversee equipment allocation, deployment scheduling, dispatch coordination and movement between projects. • Establish structured mobilisation procedures, deployment controls and operational workflows. • Ensure equipment and manpower are available and deployed in line with project requirements. • Respond proactively to urgent equipment requirements, operational delays and deployment challenges. Fleet Utilisation & Operational Performance • Improve equipment utilisation, minimise idle time and optimise fleet deployment efficiency. • Monitor equipment availability, operational readiness, deployment timelines and fleet performance. • Establish and monitor KPIs covering mobilisation efficiency, responsiveness, utilisation and operational productivity. • Identify operational bottlenecks and implement practical improvements to strengthen execution reliability. • Support cost optimisation through effective equipment allocation and resource planning. Operational Governance & Digitalisation • Develop and implement mobilisation SOPs, deployment governance frameworks and reporting processes. • Improve fleet visibility through ERP systems, GPS tracking, telematics and operational dashboards. • Support the transition towards a centralised, data-driven mobilisation operating model. • Introduce greater accountability, operational control and consistency across multiple locations. Leadership & Cross-Functional Coordination • Lead and coordinate mobilisation, dispatch and field operational teams. • Work closely with operations, maintenance, workshops, transportation, logistics and project teams. • Build a culture of operational ownership, urgency, accountability and teamwork. • Maintain strong field visibility and ensure operational issues are resolved promptly. • Ensure mobilisation activities comply with HSE standards, equipment safety requirements and company procedures. Candidate Requirements Essential Requirements • Saudi nationality is mandatory. • Proven experience in heavy equipment mobilisation, fleet deployment or equipment operations leadership. • Strong exposure to construction machinery, earthmoving equipment, plant machinery, heavy vehicles or similar operational fleets. • Demonstrated experience coordinating equipment and operator deployment across multiple projects or locations. • Direct involvement in equipment allocation, dispatch operations, mobilisation planning and operational execution. • Experience managing fleet utilisation, equipment availability and operational performance KPIs. • Strong coordination capability across workshops, maintenance, transportation and project operations. • Practical knowledge of ERP, fleet management systems, GPS tracking or operational reporting tools. • Strong leadership, communication, problem-solving and operational decision-making capabilities. • Willingness to be based in Dammam. Highly Desirable • Experience within heavy equipment rental, large-scale contracting, mining, infrastructure or industrial services. • Proven experience establishing or improving mobilisation governance, SOPs and deployment control structures. • Experience improving fleet utilisation, reducing idle equipment and increasing operational responsiveness. • Exposure to centralised fleet operations, digital transformation or operational improvement programmes. • Strong understanding of equipment mobilisation across multiple operational regions within Saudi Arabia. Why Consider This Opportunity? This is more than a conventional fleet management position. You will have the opportunity to: • Drive operational transformation: Help build a more centralised, disciplined and technology-enabled mobilisation function. • Influence large-scale operations: Support equipment deployment across multiple business units and major projects throughout Saudi Arabia. • Deliver measurable impact: Improve fleet utilisation, operational responsiveness, cost efficiency and deployment reliability. • Shape operational governance: Introduce stronger processes, performance controls and accountability across field teams. • Grow with an established organisation: Join a diversified Saudi business investing in operational excellence, modernisation and long-term expansion. Apply Now If you are a Saudi national with proven hands-on experience in heavy equipment mobilisation, fleet deployment and operational leadership, we would welcome your application. We are particularly interested in candidates who have personally led equipment mobilisation activities, improved deployment performance and introduced greater operational discipline across large-scale heavy equipment environments. All applications will be handled confidentially.