Maintenance Manager

Hempel; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 262,000 - 338,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading chemicals company in Saudi Arabia is seeking a Maintenance Manager to lead maintenance operations in Jeddah. Responsibilities include designing and executing maintenance programs for manufacturing facilities. The ideal candidate should have at least 5 years of managerial experience in maintenance, strong mechanical and electrical systems knowledge, and excellent communication skills in English and Arabic. This role offers opportunities for professional growth in a collaborative global team.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in maintenance engineering within a manufacturing environment.
• Minimum 5 years managerial experience in maintenance in a chemical company.
• Strong understanding of mechanical and electrical systems.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and implement maintenance strategies.
• Review engineering specifications for operations.
• Collaborate with production teams on repair and maintenance.

Skills

Maintenance engineering

Team building

Communication skills

Analytical abilities

Education

Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Tools

ERP Systems

Microsoft Office Software

Job description

We’re looking for a skilled and proactive Maintenance Manager to lead our maintenance operations in Jeddah/Saudi Arabia. In this role, you’ll be responsible for designing and executing maintenance programs that maximize the availability and productivity of our manufacturing facilities and equipment.

Are You Ready to Drive Change Through Innovation and Responsible Action?

This is an ideal possibility to lead maintenance with precision and purpose. Your job tasks will include:

• Plan, coordinate, and implement preventive and corrective maintenance strategies across the plant.

• Review mechanical and electrical engineering specifications to ensure alignment with operational needs.

• Evaluate new equipment designs for reliability, maintainability, and spare parts availability.

• Collaborate closely with production teams to align repair work, safety inspections, and equipment supply with production schedules.
  Participate in the installation and commissioning of new equipment to ensure seamless integration into operations.

Have You Got What We’re Looking For?

• Proven experience in maintenance engineering within a manufacturing environment. Minimum 5 years Managerial experience in Maintenance in Chemical Company.

• Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (Post graduation in Electromechanical Systems is an advantage)

• Strong understanding of mechanical and electrical systems and an ability to assess technical designs and drive improvements in reliability and efficiency.

• A hands‑on leader with good team building abilities who thrives in a dynamic, fast‑paced setting.

• Excellent coordination and communication skills across departments.

• Background in overseeing laboratory facilities and equipment.

• Experience with ISO standards.

• Working knowledge of ERP Systems and Microsoft Office Software.

Could You Thrive in a Global Community Based on Trust?

• Excellent communication skills; fluent in written and verbal English and Arabic.

• Analytical and problem‑solving abilities.

• High sense of responsibility.

• Ability to work with people from different nationalities and cultural backgrounds.

• Ability to adapt and drive change.

Do You Want to Be Part of a Global Team Where Collaboration Drives Success?

At Hempel, success isn’t just about meeting targets – it’s about collaborating, innovating, and making a real impact. You’ll be part of a dynamic and diverse team where your input and initiative are not only welcomed but expected from day one. In return, you’ll have great opportunities for professional growth in a company that values responsibility, inclusion, and sustainability.

Does it sound like a match to you?

Click the ‘Apply for position’ button in the top‑right corner and submit your application letter with a CV in English via our recruitment system.

Application is due: 2025-12-08

Seniority Level: Mid‑Senior level

Job Functions: Management, Manufacturing, Production

Industry: Chemicals

At Hempel, you’re welcomed to a global community of +7000 colleagues around the world. A workplace built on shared trust, mutual respect and support for each other.

We’re on a mission to double our impact. To succeed, we need bright minds and team players. Which is why, from day one, your input, ideas and initiative are not only welcomed, but expected. In return, you will enjoy great opportunities for development in a growing global company – and be part of the solution by contributing to our global impact.

At Hempel, we are committed to everyone feeling safe, valued and treated equally, in an environment where each employee can bring their authentic selves to work. We believe that inclusion is key to innovation and by bringing together the most diverse perspectives and talents, we can achieve great things, together.