Technical Director – Asset Management

About the role

The Technical Director will lead the development and delivery of strategic asset management capabilities across the region, with an initial focus on the Port of Duqm secondment. Working closely with senior leadership, the role will drive client value and expand WSP’s presence in the regional asset management market.

Key responsibilities

• Design and deliver training programmes to enhance the technical capability of asset management teams.
• Conduct maturity assessments, gap analyses and develop frameworks aligned with ISO 55000.
• Support clients in defining asset strategies, policies, operating models and integrated management systems.
• Manage project workstreams to ensure timely, on‑budget delivery with high quality.
• Identify new business opportunities, lead technical and commercial proposals, and maintain strong client relationships.
• Develop and implement Asset Management Strategies and Strategic Asset Management Plans for port infrastructure.
• Establish and maintain a centralised digital asset management system and comprehensive asset register.
• Oversee the full asset portfolio, including infrastructure, facilities, utilities and marine structures.

Required profile

• Proven experience in strategic asset management for large‑scale infrastructure.
• Strong understanding of ISO 55000 standards and their application.
• Demonstrated ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and mentor junior staff.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
• Track record of delivering projects on time, within budget and to required quality standards.

Required skills

• ISO 55000 implementation
• Digital asset management systems
• Enterprise asset management platforms
• Predictive maintenance analytics
• Lifecycle management planning