Maintenance Technician - Sme

PepsiCo; Eastern Province; On-site; SAR 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the food and beverage industry is seeking an Electrical & Controls Maintenance Technician to ensure the efficient operation of plant equipment. The role involves troubleshooting, executing maintenance schedules, and adhering to safety standards. Candidates should have a diploma in Electrical Engineering and at least 2 years of industrial experience, with strong analytical and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years industrial experience preferred.
• Hands-on troubleshooting experience with electrical equipment, PLC, SCADA.
• Ability to read plans, diagrams, layouts, and schematics.

Responsibilities

• Execute maintenance schedules to maintain plant equipment.
• Resolve technical problems and identify necessary actions.
• Support initiatives to improve production processes and safety.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Analytical thinking

Communication

Collaboration

Flexibility

Education

Diploma in Electrical & Electronics / Instrumentation Engineering

Tools

Maintenance management software (CMMS)

MS Office

Job description

JOB PURPOSE
Execution of assigned tasks and work orders related to all types of Electrical & controls maintenance and any engineering-related works in a safe, efficient, and cost-effective manner within specified time frames.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES

1. Achieve line availability and equipment readiness.
2. Follow and review the PEMM (PepsiCo Maintenance Methodology) improvement plan throughout the year.
3. Perform assigned work orders and other tasks as directed by the supervisor.
4. Resolve technical problems and identify necessary actions and parts.
5. Execute maintenance schedules to maintain plant equipment according to engineering standards.
6. Maintain and implement AIB standards.
7. Update SAP PM & CM work orders status.
8. Identify root causes of major and recurring problems.
9. Adhere to safety policies and standards.
10. Implement, sustain, and participate in continual improvement of the EHS Management System, ensuring controls for hazards and risks, and achieving EHS targets.
11. Respond to technical issues within the assigned area, ensuring proper actions are taken.
12. Maintain knowledge of spare parts, their application, and criticality.
13. Operate all equipment related to utilities sections.
14. Maintain accurate SAP-PM records for all work orders.
15. Perform daily parameter readings and monitoring as assigned.
16. Report shift activities daily.
17. Support initiatives to improve production processes, quality, safety, and cost efficiency.
18. Support the site’s Maintenance and Reliability Strategy to achieve world-class standards.
19. Execute PEMM and MIAP actions.
20. Support reliability engineering tools and techniques to meet maintenance KPIs.
21. Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and root cause analysis.
22. Attend maintenance meetings to share performance, best practices, and challenges.

Qualifications

Knowledge / Skills

• Diploma in Electrical & Electronics / Instrumentation Engineering.
• Hands-on troubleshooting experience with electrical equipment, PLC, SCADA, instrumentation, and controls.
• Experience with LT & MCC, feeder panels, and control panels.
• Awareness of electrical safety standards.
• Knowledge of maintenance planning and execution systems.
• Understanding of electrical safety standards and basic EHS systems.
• Knowledge of operating and automation systems.
• Familiarity with QFS policies and systems.
• Understanding of EHS policies and systems.
• Ability to read plans, diagrams, layouts, and schematics.
• Knowledge of maintenance management software (CMMS) is a plus.
• Proficiency in MS Office and basic computer skills.
• Good command of English (reading, writing, speaking).

Experience

Minimum 2 years industrial experience preferred.

Competencies

• Analytical thinking and project leadership skills.
• Technical troubleshooting ability.
• Ability to perform electrical and controls work independently.
• Mechanical work support and execution.
• Good collaboration and communication skills.
• Flexibility and adaptability to change.
• Ability to execute planned activities and motivate others.