Maintenance Lead Engineer - Mechanical

Al Jomaih Energy and Water; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Al Jomaih Energy and Water is seeking a senior Mechanical Maintenance leader to plan, schedule, and oversee maintenance of gas turbines, HRSG, and associated plant systems. You will mentor engineers, ensure safety, and drive continuous improvement across maintenance operations.

Ideal candidates have 10+ years in large-scale power plants, with hands-on CMMS proficiency and strong leadership. The role requires collaboration with operations, electrical, and instrumentation teams to minimize plant

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in mechanical maintenance in large-scale combined cycle power plants.
• IPPU and Siemens GT experience preferred.
• Proven leadership and strong interpersonal/communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement inspection, maintenance, and repair schedules for mechanical systems and equipment (gas turbines, steam turbines, generators, HRSG, pumps, compressors, HVAC).
• Lead, mentor, and supervise a team of mechanical maintenance engineers and technicians to ensure safe, efficient operations.
• Provide technical guidance and support for troubleshooting and problem resolution; conduct root-cause analysis and implement corrective measures.
• Plan and oversee mechanical maintenance projects, coordinating with other departments to minimize disruption.
• Assist in preparing the annual maintenance budget and manage resources, ensuring cost-effective operations while maintaining safety.

Skills

Team Leadership

Communication

Reliability Engineering

Condition Monitoring

Mechanical Maintenance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CMMS

Microsoft Office

Job description

Responsibilities

• Maintenance Planning & Execution: Develop and implement inspection, maintenance, and repair schedules for all mechanical systems and equipment, including gas turbines, steam turbines, generators, condenser, heat recovery steam generators (HRSG), pumps, compressors, HVAC and other ancillary systems.
  • Ensure necessary tooling.
  • Ensure third‑party certification.
• Team Leadership: Lead, mentor, and supervise a team of mechanical maintenance engineers and technicians to ensure efficient maintenance operations and achieve targets and objectives.
  • Foster a culture of safety, compliance, and continuous improvement among team members.
• Technical Support: Provide technical guidance and support to maintenance staff for troubleshooting and problem resolution of mechanical issues.
  • Provide in‑house training to enhance technical and safety skills.
  • Conduct root‑cause analysis of mechanical failures and implement corrective measures.
• Project Management: Plan and oversee mechanical maintenance projects, ensuring they are completed on time and within budget.
  • Coordinate with operations, electrical, and instrumentation departments to schedule maintenance work with minimal disruption to plant operations.
• Budget and Resource Management: Assist the Maintenance Manager in preparing the annual maintenance budget and managing resource allocation effectively.
  • Monitor maintenance costs and identify opportunities for cost reductions without compromising safety or reliability.
• Procurement & Storage: Ensure adequate inventories of spares and consumables and timely procurement for efficient operation.
  • Prepare purchase requisitions for spare parts and consumables.
  • Perform technical evaluation of quotations from the purchase department and recommend the appropriate choice.
• Compliance and Safety: Ensure compliance with environmental regulations, safety standards, and industry best practices.
  • Conduct regular safety audits, risk assessments, and initiate safety improvement programs.
  • Ensure compliance with corporate and site‑specific procedures and work instructions.
• Documentation and Reporting: Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, equipment performance, and inventory.
  • Prepare detailed reports on maintenance work, performance metrics, and project status for management review.
  • Develop, implement and track KPIs.
• Continuous Improvement: Identify and implement improvement initiatives in mechanical maintenance processes and workflows.
  • Stay abreast of industry trends, advancements in technology, and maintenance best practices.
• Pre‑PCOD Role:
  • Support the Owner during the design review phase and during installation, commissioning, testing, and trial operation period.
  • Review and finalize O&M manuals and initial spare parts list.
  • Develop master equipment list.
  • Develop and implement CMMS.
  • Identify spares and maintenance strategy based on criticality study of equipment.
  • Prepare site‑specific maintenance procedures and work instructions.
  • Ensure maintenance team authorization as permit receivers.
  • Ensure timely placement of subcontracts.
  • Ensure readiness for the operational period by training all staff and ensuring all systems and processes required for O&M operations are ready.
  • Ensure the plant is fit for purpose to be taken over and that the plant is designed, built, commissioned and tested as per the EPC contract and other project agreements.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• Experience: Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience in mechanical maintenance in large‑scale combined cycle power plant. IPP and Siemens GT experience is preferred.
• Leadership Skills: Proven experience leading maintenance teams with strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in mechanical maintenance systems, reliability engineering, and condition monitoring techniques.
• Software Knowledge: Familiarity with maintenance management software (CMMS) and Microsoft Office Suite.