Mechanical (SMP)

Abdullah A. Al-Barrak & Son Co.; Dhahran Compound; On-site; SAR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Abdullah A. Al-Barrak & Son Co. is seeking a mechanical maintenance professional to perform installation, inspection, and preventive maintenance of rotating and static equipment in oil & gas facilities. You will troubleshoot, overhaul, tune lubrication systems, and ensure safe, compliant operations.

The role requires experience with compressors, turbines, gearboxes, and machining tasks, with a focus on reducing downtime and maintaining equipment reliability.

Qualifications

• Degree in engineering with focus on mechanical systems or equivalent vocational training.
• Experience in oil & gas petrochemical environments is preferred.
• Knowledge of vibration analysis, maintenance, and rotating equipment components.

Responsibilities

• Perform installation, inspection, maintenance, and troubleshooting of rotating and static mechanical equipment within oil & gas and petrochemical facilities.
• Conduct preventive and corrective maintenance to ensure reliability and efficiency of mechanical equipment.
• Inspect, troubleshoot, and maintain rotating equipment including compressors, engines, gas turbines, steam turbines, and gearboxes.
• Carry out mechanical equipment overhauling, repair, and replacement of damaged components.
• Conduct vibration analysis and equipment condition monitoring to identify potential failures.
• Perform alignment, lubrication, and mechanical seal inspection and replacement.
• Inspect and troubleshoot relief valves, actuators, and MOV actuators.
• Carry out machining activities using lathe machines and other workshop equipment.
• Identify faults and implement corrective actions to minimize downtime.
• Support installation, commissioning, and testing of mechanical equipment and systems.
• Ensure compliance with safety procedures, OSHA standards, and maintenance practices.
• Prepare maintenance reports and maintain maintenance records.
• Coordinate with maintenance and engineering teams to ensure safe operations.

Skills

Rotating equipment maintenance

Troubleshooting

Vibration analysis

Machining

Lubrication systems

Mechanical seals

Relief valves & MOV actuators

Equipment alignment

Safety procedures

Oil & Gas industry experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Job description

• Perform installation, inspection, maintenance, and troubleshooting of rotating and static mechanical equipment within Oil & Gas and petrochemical facilities
• Conduct preventive and corrective maintenance to ensure the reliability and efficiency of mechanical equipment
• Inspect, troubleshoot, and maintain rotating equipment, including compressors, engines, gas turbines, steam turbines, and gearboxes
• Perform mechanical equipment overhauling, repair, and replacement of damaged components
• Conduct vibration analysis and equipment condition monitoring to identify potential mechanical failures
• Perform equipment alignment, lubrication, and mechanical seal inspection and replacement
• Inspect, maintain, and troubleshoot relief valves, valve actuators, and Motor Operated Valve (MOV) actuators
• Carry out machining activities using lathe machines and other mechanical workshop equipment
• Identify mechanical faults and implement appropriate corrective actions to minimize equipment downtime
• Support the installation, commissioning, and testing of mechanical equipment and systems
• Ensure compliance with applicable safety procedures, OSHA standards, and maintenance practices
• Prepare maintenance reports, document inspection findings, and maintain accurate equipment maintenance records
• Coordinate with maintenance and engineering teams to ensure safe and efficient equipment operations
  

• Perform installation, inspection, maintenance, and troubleshooting of rotating and static mechanical equipment within Oil & Gas and petrochemical facilities
• Conduct preventive and corrective maintenance to ensure the reliability and efficiency of mechanical equipment
• Inspect, troubleshoot, and maintain rotating equipment, including compressors, engines, gas turbines, steam turbines, and gearboxes
• Perform mechanical equipment overhauling, repair, and replacement of damaged components
• Conduct vibration analysis and equipment condition monitoring to identify potential mechanical failures
• Perform equipment alignment, lubrication, and mechanical seal inspection and replacement
• Inspect, maintain, and troubleshoot relief valves, valve actuators, and Motor Operated Valve (MOV) actuators
• Carry out machining activities using lathe machines and other mechanical workshop equipment
• Identify mechanical faults and implement appropriate corrective actions to minimize equipment downtime
• Support the installation, commissioning, and testing of mechanical equipment and systems
• Ensure compliance with applicable safety procedures, OSHA standards, and maintenance practices
• Prepare maintenance reports, document inspection findings, and maintain accurate equipment maintenance records
• Coordinate with maintenance and engineering teams to ensure safe and efficient equipment operations
  

Requirements

• Education:
• Local and Expat Candidates with a Degree: Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a Bachelor's degree in a Technical, Trade, or Vocational field specializing in Mechanical Engineering or Mechanical Technology
• Expat Candidates Without a Degree: High School Certificate or Vocational School Diploma in Mechanical Technology or a related field
• Experience:
• Candidates with a Degree: Minimum 4 years of relevant experience in the Oil & Gas sector
• Candidates Without a Degree: Minimum 11 years of relevant experience in the Oil & Gas sector
• English Language Proficiency: Minimum IELTS score of 6.0 or equivalent TOEFL scores:
• Internet-Based (iBT): 60
• Paper-Based (PBT): 498
• Computer-Based (CBT): 171
• Preferred Technical Skills & Experience:
• Experience in Oil & Gas and petrochemical environments
• Strong knowledge of rotating and static mechanical equipment maintenance and troubleshooting
• Experience with compressors, engines, gas turbines, steam turbines, and gearboxes
• Proficiency in mechanical equipment overhauling, repair, and preventive maintenance
• Knowledge of vibration analysis, equipment alignment, and condition monitoring
• Experience with mechanical seals, lubrication systems, and rotating equipment components
• Familiarity with relief valves, valve actuators, and MOV actuators
• Experience operating lathe machines and performing machining activities
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Knowledge of industrial safety procedures and mechanical maintenance practices
• Preferred Certifications:
• Vibration Analysis Level I Certification
• OSHA Safety Certification
• Relevant technical certifications in mechanical maintenance or rotating equipment