Head of Department - Electrical

Wood is seeking an experienced Head of Department - Electrical to lead the discipline engineering department for a high-profile client in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. This role is crucial for ensuring the successful execution of projects and alignment with company goals.

Wood is a global leader in consulting, engineering, and operations for the energy and materials sectors, supporting clients across the full asset lifecycle. We are committed to delivering safe, predictable outcomes while enabling resilient operations and a lower-carbon future.

Join us to design the future and transform the world. Apply now to lead critical projects in the energy sector.

Company Overview

Wood is a global leader in consulting, engineering and operations for the energy and materials sectors. With 33,000 people in around 50 countries, Wood supports clients across the full asset lifecycle, delivering safe, predictable outcomes while enabling resilient operations and a lower‑carbon future. Wood forms the Energy & Materials pillar of Sidara - a global partnership uniting leading multidisciplinary engineering, design, and project management companies.

Quick Details

• Salary Range: Not Specified
• Job Type: Full-time
• Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree as a minimum in a relevant engineering discipline
• Experience: Minimum 5 years of experience in managing in the role of Head of Discipline

Key Responsibilities

• Accountable for driving engineering excellence within the Electrical team for both Onshore and Offshore Projects across the region.
• Ensure consistent, safe, and high-quality delivery of engineering services, effective governance of discipline practices, and development of engineering capability.
• Provide functional leadership to Lead Discipline Engineers and maintains oversight of all discipline engineering activities.
• Serve as a subject-matter expert, supporting continuous improvement and technical excellence.
• Drive HSSEA culture and performance across the discipline team.
• Manage and optimise discipline resource utilisation against workload demand and overhead budgets.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant engineering discipline.
• Minimum 25 years of experience in Onshore and Offshore Mega Projects (Capex of over 2 billion USD).
• Minimum 5 years of experience in managing in the role of Head of Discipline.
• Extensive experience in engineering delivery of Electrical Discipline projects with over 100K manhours.
• Deep Knowledge in IEEE, IEC, ISO Codes and Middle East Clients' Specifications.
• Proven experience in developing and leading high-performing engineering teams.

Benefits

• Competitive remuneration package with regular reviews.
• Medical Insurance for inpatient and outpatient care.
• Group Life and Personal Accident Insurance.
• End of Service Gratuity in line with UAE Labor Law.
• The Employee Share Plan for purchasing Wood shares.
• Long Service Award to recognize employee commitment.
• Commitment to continued professional development with tailored plans.
• Global connections with experts worldwide.
• Access to the Energy Transition Academy.