Senior Utility Engineer - Port & Terminal Operations Lead

Egis Group; Kuwait City; On-site; KWD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Egis Group in Kuwait is seeking a Senior Utility Engineer to lead the management, maintenance and optimization of all utility systems supporting port operations. You will head a team of technicians and ensure safety and compliance.

The role demands extensive experience in electrical, water treatment, HVAC and energy efficiency, with hands-on PLC/SCADA expertise. You will collaborate with operations and engineering teams on facility expansions and capital projects.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in utility systems management within port/terminal/industrial environments.
• Strong expertise in electrical, water treatment, HVAC, and compressed air systems.
• Experience with PLC/SCADA and industrial control systems.

Responsibilities

• Oversee utility systems including electrical, water, HVAC, compressed air, and fuel distribution.
• Develop preventive maintenance schedules to maximize reliability.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose utility system failures.
• Lead and mentor a team of utility technicians.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and operational standards.
• Prepare budgets and manage capital expenditure.
• Coordinate with vendors for repairs, upgrades, and installations.
• Monitor energy consumption and implement efficiency improvements.
• Maintain documentation of maintenance activities and equipment specs.
• Respond to emergencies and coordinate rapid resolutions.
• Collaborate with port operations for expansions and infrastructure improvements.
• Conduct safety audits and training for the utility department.

Skills

Leadership

Budget management

Team supervision

Project management

Problem solving

Tools

AutoCAD

PLC/SCADA

Job description

Egis Group in Kuwait is seeking a Senior Utility Engineer to lead the management, maintenance and optimization of all utility systems supporting port operations. You will head a team of technicians and ensure safety and compliance.

The role demands extensive experience in electrical, water treatment, HVAC and energy efficiency, with hands-on PLC/SCADA expertise. You will collaborate with operations and engineering teams on facility expansions and capital projects.