MEP Technician (Handyman)

Como Oman; Muscat; On-site; OMR 9,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Como Oman is seeking a skilled maintenance technician to keep rig camp MEP systems running. The role covers mechanical, electrical and plumbing upkeep, fault-finding and ensuring compliance with safety and food hygiene standards on a remote site in Oman.

You'll perform routine inspections, update maintenance logs and coordinate with the site supervisor for major repairs. Experience on rigs or remote kitchens is preferred, with ability to work on a rotating schedule.

Qualifications

• Trade certificate or vocational training in electrical, mechanical, plumbing or general maintenance preferred.
• Hands-on experience in general MEP maintenance and fault-finding.
• Experience on a rig camp, remote site or commercial kitchen preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine checks and minor repairs on kitchen equipment, exhaust fans and ventilation systems.
• Report refrigeration and HVAC faults and coordinate specialist repairs.
• Carry out preventive maintenance and update maintenance logs.
• Follow rig HSE procedures and food hygiene protocols during repairs and leave the work area clean.
• Escalate major repairs to the site supervisor.

Skills

Mechanical maintenance

Electrical maintenance

Plumbing maintenance

Breakdown response

Preventive maintenance

Safety & Hygiene

Escalation

Education

Trade certificate

Job description

Keep the rig, Rig kitchen, dining hall, food stores and catering support areas operational by carrying out routine inspections, preventive maintenance and minor mechanical, electrical and plumbing (MEP) repairs.

Skills

Mechanical maintenance. Perform routine checks and minor repairs on kitchen equipment, exhaust fans and ventilation systems. Report refrigeration and HVAC faults and coordinate specialist repairs.

Electrical maintenance. Check lighting, switches, sockets and equipment connections. Carry out minor electrical repairs within the scope of site authorization.

Plumbing maintenance. Fix minor leaks, replace taps and fittings, clear blocked sinks and drains, and check water supply and drainage in catering areas.

Breakdown response. Attend to faults promptly, make the affected area safe and inform the site supervisor of any disruption to meal preparation, service or food storage.

Preventive maintenance and records. Complete scheduled checks, update maintenance logs and report spare parts requirements and recurring faults.

Site safety and food hygiene. Follow rig HSE procedures, including permit-to-work and equipment isolation requirements. Coordinate with the catering team to protect food and food-contact surfaces during repairs and leave the work area clean.

Escalation. Refer major repairs, gas system faults and work requiring specialist authorization to the site supervisor.

KEY TASKS

Trade certificate or vocational training in electrical, mechanical, plumbing or general maintenance preferred.

Hands-on experience in general MEP maintenance and fault-finding. Experience in a rig camp, remote site or commercial kitchen is preferred.

Ability to use hand tools safely, follow work instructions and maintain basic service records.

Willingness to work on a remote-site rotation and meet client medical, induction and site access requirements.