Field Maintenance Foreman: Generators & Heavy Equipment

Lighthouse Green Fuels Limited; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Alfanar is a Saudi company seeking a hands-on Maintenance Foreman for an on-site role on a major construction site in Saudi Arabia. You will lead maintenance on diesel generators, pumps, and heavy equipment, directing crews and coordinating with operators and suppliers to minimize downtime.

We require 5–10 years of field experience, a mechanical or electrical diploma, and PTW/LOTO knowledge, plus strong leadership and problem-solving skills. Day and night shifts on-site in Riyadh region.

Qualifications

• Trade certificate or diploma in mechanical, electrical, or diesel/heavy equipment maintenance
• 5–10 years of hands-on maintenance experience in construction, heavy plant, or industrial environments, including at least 2 years in a supervisory role
• Strong working knowledge of diesel generator systems (FG Wilson, Caterpillar, or similar) and preventive maintenance practices
• Experience with pumps and Air Compressor
• Exposure to major equipment brands (CAT, Komatsu, Volvo, JCB, or similar) is an advantage
• Working knowledge of permit-to-work PTW and lockout/tagout procedures, and general site safety practices
• Proficiency in maintaining organized maintenance and inventory records (Excel)
• Willingness to work Day and Night shift rotations
• Valid Saudi driving license preferred; transferable iqama for expatriate candidates
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills

Responsibilities

• Oversee the generator fleet — servicing, troubleshooting, and maintaining fuel logs
• Manage maintenance and breakdown support for heavy equipment and site vehicles
• Coordinate with operators and suppliers and maintain maintenance logbooks and spare parts inventory
• Ensure repair work complies with PTW/LOTO and site safety procedures
• Serve as the primary contact for subcontractors and equipment-related matters
• Supervise day and night shift maintenance crews and assign daily priorities

Skills

Genset maintenance

Supervisory experience

Equipment diagnostics

Electrical troubleshooting

Education

Diploma in Mechanical/Electrical Institute

Tools

Excel

Job description

Alfanar is a Saudi company seeking a hands-on Maintenance Foreman for an on-site role on a major construction site in Saudi Arabia. You will lead maintenance on diesel generators, pumps, and heavy equipment, directing crews and coordinating with operators and suppliers to minimize downtime.

We require 5–10 years of field experience, a mechanical or electrical diploma, and PTW/LOTO knowledge, plus strong leadership and problem-solving skills. Day and night shifts on-site in Riyadh region.