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Turbine Overhaul Supervisor

Job Description

Roles & Responsibilities

The Mid-Level Turbine Overhaul Supervisor is responsible for supervising mechanical overhaul work on steam and gas turbines during planned shutdowns, outages, and major inspections. The role involves managing technicians, enforcing quality and safety standards, and ensuring timely and efficient execution of overhaul activities in alignment with OEM procedures and operational targets.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Plan and supervise turbine overhauls, including disassembly, inspection, refurbishment, and reassembly of turbine components (rotors, blades, diaphragms, seals, bearings, etc.).

  • Coordinate and assign tasks to turbine technicians and contractors to ensure daily progress and adherence to work schedules.

  • Ensure that work is carried out in accordance with OEM manuals, plant procedures, and safety standards.

  • Monitor precision measurements, torqueing, alignment, and clearance checks during overhauls.

  • Lead toolbox talks and ensure that work teams follow safety protocols, LOTO, and confined space requirements.

  • Liaise with QA/QC inspectors for stage inspections, non-conformance reporting, and documentation.

  • Coordinate with planning, operations, and stores departments to ensure availability of manpower, tools, and materials.

  • Document all maintenance activities, measurements, inspection findings, and part replacements.

  • Report critical issues, deviations, and progress updates to the senior supervisor or maintenance engineer.

  • Support on-the-job training and mentoring for junior staff and technicians.


Key Focus Areas:

🔧 Overhaul Execution & Precision Supervision

  • Lead the execution of turbine disassembly and reassembly with accuracy and control.

  • Ensure proper application of torque values, tolerances, and balance criteria.

📋 Inspection & Quality Compliance

  • Oversee stage inspections, material condition checks, and work sign-offs.

  • Ensure all findings are recorded and communicated in line with QA/QC requirements.

📅 Shutdown & Outage Management

  • Manage daily schedules and activities during turbine outages to ensure critical path tasks stay on track.

  • Coordinate multiple crews and resources to avoid downtime or rework.

🛡️ Safety & Permit Compliance

  • Enforce strict compliance with safety practices, including LOTO and confined space procedures.

  • Conduct risk assessments and participate in incident investigations if required.

🤝 Technical Coordination

  • Interface with OEM representatives, engineers, and field service advisors as required.

  • Ensure all component handling, storage, and installation meet OEM recommendations.


Qualifications:

  • Education: Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent technical field

  • Experience: 5–8 years in turbine maintenance, with direct involvement in multiple overhauls

  • Industry Background: Power Generation, Oil & Gas, Petrochemical, Heavy Industrial Plants


Skills & Competencies:

  • Strong technical understanding of gas/steam turbines and auxiliary systems

  • Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, P&IDs, and OEM work packs

  • Skilled in alignment, torqueing, clearance setting, and use of precision tools

  • Solid leadership and communication skills for team management and coordination

  • Proficiency in documenting maintenance activities and interpreting inspection reports


Working Conditions:

  • Field-based role; often physically demanding and time-sensitive during overhauls

  • Extended shifts, weekend, or night work may be required during turnarounds

  • Work in high-noise, high-temperature turbine halls with mandatory PPE

Job Detail
  • Work Type: Full Time
  • Languages to be known : English
  • Country: United Arab Emirates
  • City: Dubai
  • Job Category : Power Plants