Senior Mechanical Technician

Anton-OSS; Kuwait City; On-site; KWD 20,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Anton Oilfield Services Group in Kuwait is seeking a Senior Mechanical Technician to oversee and execute maintenance on a range of mechanical systems in oilfield facilities. The role requires hands-on leadership in dismantling, inspection, repair and assembly of mechanical equipment, with strong focus on safety and reliable operations.

Ideal candidates bring a Bachelor’s or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering with substantial experience in oil & gas environments, plus proficiency in measurement

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering with 4+ years in oil & gas maintenance.
• Diploma in Mechanical Engineering with 8+ years in oil & gas, refinery, petrochemical, or similar facilities, including 4+ years in a similar position.
• Hands-on experience with rotating and static mechanical equipment.
• Proficiency in precision measurement tools and mechanical inspection techniques.
• Knowledge of mechanical maintenance, equipment assembly, fabrication, and repair.
• Experience using CMMS for maintenance records is preferred.
• Strong supervisory, technical, safety, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and supervise mechanical maintenance activities within the assigned area.
• Lead teams in dismantling, inspection, repair, adjustment, and assembly of mechanical equipment.
• Maintain and repair pumps, compressors, turbines, gearboxes, winches, cranes, valves, vessels, piping, exchangers, and coolers.
• Monitor work sites to ensure safe working conditions and housekeeping.
• Use precision measuring tools such as micrometers and verniers.
• Prepare basic sketches and support fabrication and welding when required.
• Manage requisitions for maintenance materials, tools, spare parts, and equipment.
• Maintain equipment records and update maintenance information in CMMS.
• Ensure tools, equipment, and materials are available before work begins.
• Operate mechanical tools and equipment safely and efficiently.

Skills

Rotating equipment

Static equipment

Precision measurement tools

Troubleshooting

Supervisory skills

Safety awareness

Problem-solving

Mechanical maintenance

Fabrication knowledge

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Diploma in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CMMS

Job description

About Anton.

Anton Oilfield Services Group is a globally leading independent integrated oilfield technology services company, operating across major oil and gas production regions worldwide. The business covers oilfield technical services, oilfield management services, oil and gas development operations, natural gas utilization, AI-enabled solutions, and platform collaboration. Anton Group employs approximately 7,000 staff from over 30 countries and regions. Anton’s long-term goal is to become a world-leading green energy technical services company, growing together with its clients and talent to promote high-quality development in the energy industry.

About the Role.

Job Title: Senior Mechanical Technician

Job Location: Kuwait.

Department: On Sync Energy Management Services Company.

Job Responsibilities

1. Coordinate and supervise mechanical maintenance activities within the assigned area.
2. Lead teams in dismantling, inspection, repair, adjustment, and assembly of mechanical equipment.
3. Maintain and repair pumps, compressors, turbines, gearboxes, winches, cranes, valves, vessels, piping, exchangers, and coolers.
4. Monitor work sites and ensure safe working conditions and good housekeeping.
5. Use precision measuring tools such as micrometers, verniers, and other mechanical inspection instruments.
6. Prepare basic sketches and support fabrication and welding activities when required.
7. Manage requisitions for maintenance materials, tools, spare parts, and equipment.
8. Maintain equipment records and update maintenance information in CMMS.
9. Ensure all required tools, equipment, and materials are available before work begins.
10. Operate mechanical tools and equipment safely and efficiently.

Qualification Requirements

1. Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering with minimum 4 years of experience in mechanical maintenance within Oil & Gas facilities.
2. OR Diploma in Mechanical Engineering with minimum 8 years of experience in Oil & Gas, Refinery, Petrochemical, or similar facilities, including at least 4 years in a similar position.
3. Strong hands-on experience with rotating and static mechanical equipment.
4. Proficiency in precision measurement tools and mechanical inspection techniques.
5. Knowledge of mechanical maintenance, equipment assembly, fabrication, and repair.
6. Experience using CMMS for maintenance records is preferred.
7. Strong supervisory, technical, safety, and problem-solving skills.