Mechanical Reliability Lead — Plant Systems & Maintenance

OQ; Muscat; On-site; OMR 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

OQ is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to plan and supervise mechanical maintenance for medium to high complexity issues across the plant's power and water systems. The role requires technical analysis, troubleshooting, and leadership of technicians to ensure safe, reliable operation.

You will develop maintenance procedures, review CMMS SAP reports, coordinate spares and contracts, and drive continuous improvement in plant reliability and performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering from a recognized university.
• Proficiency in English is a must; Arabic is a plus.
• Minimum 5–8 years of direct and relevant experience is preferable.

Responsibilities

• Engineering troubleshooting & root cause analysis to improve equipment reliability.
• Plan and supervise preventive, corrective and breakdown maintenance for rotating and static equipment per OEM and plant strategies.
• Provide technical supervision and guidance during maintenance works, overhauls, shutdowns and emergency repairs to ensure safety and quality.
• Collaborate on condition monitoring and performance analysis to resolve complex mechanical issues.
• Develop, review and update mechanical maintenance SOPs and technical documentation; interpret drawings and manuals for maintenance and modifications.
• Review maintenance reports, PTW and failure analyses in CMMS SAP to ensure history and traceability.
• Participate in spare parts and contract management, including vendor evaluation and inventory optimization.
• Support maintenance and shutdown planning to ensure scope, resources and schedules are feasible.

Skills

Mechanical skills

Troubleshooting

Detail orientation

Problem solving

Teamwork

Communication skills

OSHA knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering

Tools

ERP

SAP

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Visio

Word

Job description

OQ is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to plan and supervise mechanical maintenance for medium to high complexity issues across the plant's power and water systems. The role requires technical analysis, troubleshooting, and leadership of technicians to ensure safe, reliable operation.

You will develop maintenance procedures, review CMMS SAP reports, coordinate spares and contracts, and drive continuous improvement in plant reliability and performance.