UHT Maintenance Technician - Electrical & Controls

KDD; Farwaniya; On-site; KWD 8,000 - 12,000; Full time

Job summary

KDD Kuwait is seeking a Maintenance Technician – UHT to operate, maintain, and troubleshoot UHT processing systems and plant equipment. The role focuses on reliability, safety, and efficiency, performing preventive and corrective maintenance to minimize downtime and ensure compliance with food safety and health regulations.

The ideal candidate has vocational training or degree in electrical discipline, at least 4 years in maintenance, and hands-on experience with UHT or high-temperature

Qualifications

• Electrical engineering or electrician training required.
• 4+ years maintenance experience, preferably in a food manufacturing setting.
• Experience with UHT systems or high-temperature processing equipment is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on UHT systems and associated components.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, and control issues affecting UHT equipment.
• Analyze causes of breakdowns and implement corrective actions to improve reliability.
• Assist installation and commissioning of UHT-related equipment.
• Create work orders and manage spare parts per maintenance procedures.
• Conduct routine inspections to ensure compliance with safety and environmental standards.
• Record activities and spare parts usage accurately.
• Suggest improvements to maintenance programs and processes.
• Collaborate with production, quality, and engineering teams to minimize downtime.
• Follow SOPs and plant safety protocols at all times.
• Respond to emergency breakdowns and provide technical support to ensure uninterrupted production.

Skills

Mechanical systems

Electrical systems

Thermal systems

Troubleshooting

Problem solving

Documentation

Shift work

Safety & PPE

Education

Diploma/Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering

Job description

KDD Kuwait is seeking a Maintenance Technician – UHT to operate, maintain, and troubleshoot UHT processing systems and plant equipment. The role focuses on reliability, safety, and efficiency, performing preventive and corrective maintenance to minimize downtime and ensure compliance with food safety and health regulations.

The ideal candidate has vocational training or degree in electrical discipline, at least 4 years in maintenance, and hands-on experience with UHT or high-temperature