At AW Connect, we recruit top manufacturing talent across Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, and the wider Middle East. From shop floor technicians to executive leaders, we deliver professionals who improve productivity, maintain operational excellence, and drive innovation in the manufacturing sector.
Manufacturing
AW Connect specialises in recruitment for automotive manufacturing environments across the UAE and wider Middle East. We partner with vehicle manufacturers, component suppliers, tier-1 and tier-2 automotive suppliers, and industrial groups to deliver talent across production, engineering, quality, supply chain, and plant leadership.
Our recruitment capability spans from technicians and junior engineers through to senior managers, plant leadership, and manufacturing directors, supporting both operational continuity and long-term growth.
Departments & Roles We Hire
Production & Operations
Junior: Production Operator, Manufacturing Technician
Mid: Production Supervisor, Shift Supervisor
Senior: Production Manager, Operations Manager
Director: Plant Manager, Director of Manufacturing
Engineering & Maintenance
Junior: Junior Maintenance Engineer, Mechanical Technician
Mid: Process Engineer, Maintenance Engineer
Senior: Senior Process Engineer, Maintenance Manager
Director: Head of Engineering, Technical Director
Quality & Continuous Improvement
Junior: Quality Inspector, QA Technician
Mid: Quality Engineer, CI Engineer
Senior: Quality Manager, Continuous Improvement Lead
Director: Head of Quality, Operational Excellence Director
Supply Chain & Production Planning
Junior: Production Planner, Supply Chain Coordinator
Mid: Materials Planner, Supply Chain Engineer
Senior: Supply Chain Manager, Planning Manager
Director: Head of Supply Chain, Operations Planning Director
Manufacturing Leadership & Plant Management
Junior: Manufacturing Analyst, Operations Coordinator
Mid: Manufacturing Manager
Senior: Senior Manufacturing Manager
Director: Plant Director, Regional Manufacturing Director
Emiratisation in Automotive Manufacturing
AW Connect actively supports Emiratisation initiatives within automotive manufacturing, particularly for:
Graduate and junior engineering roles
Quality and production planning positions
Supply chain and logistics functions
Junior operations and manufacturing leadership tracks
We work closely with clients to ensure Emirati professionals are placed into structured, technically sound roles with clear progression pathways toward senior manufacturing leadership.
Why Choose AW Connect
Specialist experience in automotive and industrial manufacturing
Understanding of plant operations, safety, and quality systems
Proven ability to recruit across shop-floor, engineering, and leadership levels
Support for Emiratisation, succession planning, and workforce localisation
Consultative recruitment approach focused on long-term operational success
Partner with AW Connect
Whether you are expanding production capacity, improving operational efficiency, or building the next generation of automotive manufacturing leaders, AW Connect delivers recruitment solutions that align with your technical, operational, and strategic objectives.
๐ Employers: Speak to us about your automotive manufacturing hiring needs
๐ Candidates: Explore current automotive manufacturing roles or submit your CV
Manufacturing โ FAQ
What automotive manufacturing roles do you recruit for?
We recruit across automotive production, engineering, quality, maintenance, supply chain, and plant leadership roles, ranging from technicians and junior engineers to production managers, plant managers, and manufacturing directors.
Do you recruit for both vehicle manufacturers and automotive suppliers?
Yes. We support hiring for OEMs, Tier 1 and Tier 2 suppliers, component manufacturers, and automotive industrial groups, covering both plant-based and head-office functions.
Do you recruit for shop-floor and leadership roles?
Yes. Our recruitment spans shop-floor operations, supervisory roles, engineering and quality functions, as well as senior management and director-level plant leadership.
Can you support Emiratization in automotive manufacturing?
Yes. Emiratisation demand is strongest in engineering, quality, production planning, supply chain, and junior operations leadership roles, with structured development pathways toward senior manufacturing and plant leadership positions.
Do candidates need prior automotive manufacturing experience?
For senior and leadership roles, automotive experience is often preferred. For junior and mid-level positions, candidates with transferable experience from industrial or manufacturing environments may also be considered.
Do you recruit plant-based and head-office roles?
Yes. We recruit for plant-based roles such as production, maintenance, and quality, as well as head-office and regional roles including manufacturing engineering, planning, quality systems, and operations leadership.
Which locations do you cover for automotive manufacturing recruitment?
We recruit across the UAE, including Abu Dhabi, Dubai, and Northern Emirates, and support regional hiring across the Middle East and GCC when required.
How do candidates apply for automotive manufacturing roles?
Candidates can browse live vacancies on our website or submit a CV for confidential review. Our team assesses technical skills, plant experience, and career progression alignment before matching candidates to suitable roles.
How long does the automotive manufacturing hiring process take?
Hiring timelines vary based on role seniority and plant requirements. Junior and mid-level roles can move quickly, while senior leadership or specialised technical roles may involve extended assessment and approval processes.
Our specialist in Manufacturing
Jane Wilson
Principal Recruitment Consultant
Diana Alaba
Recruitment Consultant
Kyreen Mendoza
Recruitment Consultant