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Chief Technical Officer - Middle East

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Ref: 784 Date Posted: Monday 12 May 2025

Role: Chief Technical Officer – Manufacturing (Greenfield Project)

Location: MENA Region

Eurocell Recruitment is conducting a confidential executive search on behalf of a leading industrial investor establishing a new tyre manufacturing operation in the MENA region.

We are seeking a Chief Technical Officer (CTO) to lead all technical functions of this greenfield manufacturing project. This strategic leadership role will shape the plant’s technical direction from initial setup through to full-scale production, covering engineering, R&D, process optimisation, and quality assurance.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Define and execute the factory’s technical and engineering roadmap
  • Lead the development of innovative tyre products and manufacturing processes
  • Oversee plant setup, equipment commissioning, and production line optimisation
  • Ensure compliance with international safety and quality standards
  • Build and manage multi-disciplinary technical teams
  • Partner closely with supply chain, procurement, and regulatory bodies

Candidate Profile:

  • 10+ years in tyre or closely related manufacturing sectors, including 5+ years in senior leadership
  • Deep technical expertise in tyre materials, design, and production processes
  • Experience setting up or scaling high-efficiency manufacturing operations
  • Strong understanding of global manufacturing standards and certifications
  • Engineering degree required (Mechanical, Chemical, or Industrial preferred)

This role offers a rare opportunity to join a transformational project at the ground level, with long-term growth and strategic impact.

Apply online at www.eurocellrecruitment.com with your CV in Word format together with a recent business photo.