Job Purpose
The Technician – Mechanical Maintenance is responsible for performing mechanical maintenance, repairs, inspections, and servicing of machinery and equipment in power generation facilities. The role focuses on maintaining the reliable and efficient operation of simple-cycle and combined-cycle power generation blocks and Balance of Plant (BOP) equipment, while helping minimize equipment failures and production downtime.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform preventive, corrective, and breakdown maintenance on a wide range of mechanical machinery, equipment, and systems within the power plant.
- Carry out mechanical repairs and maintenance activities with minimal supervision and respond to emergency or on-call maintenance requirements when needed.
- Assist Technician Engineers or independently complete assigned maintenance tasks according to approved procedures, work methods, and safety requirements.
- Select and use the appropriate tools, equipment, and materials to complete mechanical maintenance work safely and efficiently.
- Troubleshoot mechanical equipment problems and restore plant systems to normal operating condition as quickly as possible.
- Perform maintenance activities in accordance with EHS (Environment, Health and Safety) standards, plant procedures, and operational requirements.
- Monitor recurring equipment breakdowns and recommend practical solutions to prevent similar failures from happening again.
- Support the maintenance team during planned and unplanned outages, equipment inspections, overhauls, and repair activities.
- Supervise and direct contract workers during mechanical maintenance activities according to approved maintenance plans and procedures.
- Work safely in challenging power plant environments that may involve high-pressure steam, high voltage, arc flash hazards, high magnetic fields, high noise levels, fumes, heat, humidity, dust, working at heights, chemicals, acids, mineral oils, and other industrial liquids.
- Follow instructions and directions provided by the Maintenance Supervisor, whether verbally or in writing.
- Maintain good housekeeping and ensure that tools, equipment, and work areas are kept safe and organized.
- Work effectively with maintenance, engineering, operations, and EHS teams to support reliable plant operations.
Qualifications
- Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, or
- Craft/Trade Certificate in Mechanical Engineering or an equivalent technical qualification.
Required Experience
- Diploma holders: Minimum 5 years of experience in a similar mechanical maintenance position, preferably within a thermal power plant.
- Craft/Trade Certificate holders: Minimum 8 years of experience in mechanical maintenance.
- Hands-on experience with GE Frame 9E/9FA Gas Turbines, steam turbines, waste heat boilers, thermal desalination systems, and other Balance of Plant (BOP) equipment.
- Experience in equipment overhauls, preventive maintenance, corrective maintenance, and breakdown maintenance is highly relevant.
Required Skills
- Strong knowledge of mechanical maintenance tools and equipment.
- Good computer literacy and basic PC skills.
- Practical knowledge of gas turbines, steam turbines, waste heat boilers, compressors, pumps, cooling towers, and reverse osmosis (RO) plants.
- Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Good teamwork and coordination skills, including the ability to work shifts.
- Self-motivated, reliable, and dedicated approach to work.
- Ability to work effectively in a multicultural power plant environment.
- Strong awareness of industrial safety, EHS procedures, and mechanical maintenance practices.
Job Location
Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE)
Job Type
Mechanical Maintenance / Power Plant Maintenance