Mechanical Technician

Al Jomaih Energy and Water; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Al Jomaih Energy and Water is seeking aMechanical Technician to perform preventive, predictive and corrective maintenance on mechanical equipment in a heavy industrial setting in Saudi Arabia. The role involves inspections, troubleshooting, dismantling, reassembly, testing, and reporting on equipment condition.

You will work with turbine auxiliaries, pumps, valves and piping, ensuring compliance with safety standards and site procedures. Strong English, teamwork and CMMS experience are essential.

Qualifications

• Mechanical diploma or equivalent.
• 5+ years mechanical maintenance experience in power plant or heavy industrial facility.
• Knowledge of rotating equipment including gas turbines, steam turbines, HRSG systems, pumps, valves, compressors, fans and piping.
• Good written and spoken English; basic CMMS usage is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform planned preventive, predictive, corrective and breakdown maintenance on assigned mechanical equipment.
• Carry out daily inspections, running checks and maintenance checklists per schedules.
• Troubleshoot mechanical failures using drawings, manuals and diagnostic techniques.
• Perform dismantling, inspection, cleaning, repair, replacement, reassembly and testing of equipment.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Coordination

English proficiency

CMMS basics

Education

Mechanical diploma or equivalent

Tools

CMMS

Vibration meters

Infrared thermometers

Tachometers

Job description

Mechanical Maintenance and Repair Activities

Perform planned preventive, predictive, corrective and breakdown maintenance activities on assigned mechanical equipment.

Carry out daily inspections, running checks, and maintenance checklists in accordance with approved maintenance schedules.

Monitor the physical condition of equipment and report abnormalities, non‑conformances, and developing defects to the Mechanical Maintenance Engineer.

Troubleshoot mechanical failures using approved tools, drawings, manuals, and diagnostic techniques to identify the cause and carry out necessary repairs.

Perform dismantling, inspection, cleaning, repair, replacement, reassembly, alignment, and functional testing of mechanical equipment and components.

Replace defective parts such as bearings, seals, gaskets, O‑rings, gland packing, couplings, bolts, filters, strainers, belts, and lubrication‑system components.

Perform adjustment, alignment, tightening, lubrication, greasing, oil top‑up, oil changing, and cleaning activities in accordance with approved procedures.

Identify and report corrosion, cracks, leaks, overheating, vibration, abnormal noise, misalignment, loose bolts, damaged insulation, and other equipment defects.

Ensure the working area is clean, safe, and properly restored after completion of maintenance activities.

Supported Equipment

• Siemens 9000HL‑Class gas turbine auxiliaries (lube oil, hydraulic oil, fuel gas, inlet air, ventilation, turning gear systems)
• Steam turbine auxiliaries (lube oil, gland steam, seal oil, condensate, cooling, turning gear systems)
• Heat Recovery Steam Generator (HRSG) (drums, valves, blowdown systems, expansion joints, associated auxiliary equipment)
• Pumps – boiler feedwater pumps, condensate extraction pumps, closed cooling water pumps, service water pumps, fire water pumps, fuel oil pumps, chemical dosing pumps, drainage pumps
• Compressors, blowers, fans, air handling units, ventilation fans, instrument service air compressor systems
• Valves – gate, globe, check, control, safety valves
• Water treatment – reverse osmosis, condensate polishing, chemical dosing, wastewater treatment, and other balance‑of‑plant mechanical equipment

Inspection, Testing & Troubleshooting

Conduct routine inspections and condition assessments of assigned mechanical equipment.

Use approved maintenance and diagnostic tools such as vibration meters, infrared thermometers, laser alignment tools, dial gauges, feeler gauges, torque wrenches, pressure gauges, vernier calipers, and micrometers.

Assist in vibration monitoring, alignment checks, bearing inspections, pump performance checks, valve testing, pressure testing, leak testing, and functional testing.

Record inspection findings, test readings, equipment condition, defects identified, and maintenance work completed.

Assist in identifying the root cause of equipment failures and support implementation of corrective actions.

Monitor repeated failures and report recommendations for repair, modification, replacement or maintenance‑plan improvement.

Support basic welding, fabrication and workshop repair activities.

Participate in planned shutdowns, major outages, overhauls, commissioning activities, warranty works and emergency repairs.

Safety, Permit‑to‑Work & Compliance

Follow all applicable safety rules, permit‑to‑work requirements, lockout/tagout procedures, confined‑space‑entry requirements, lifting procedures, and site safety standards.

Verify that equipment is properly isolated, depressurized, drained, vented, cooled down, and released for maintenance before starting work.

Use required personal protective equipment, approved tools, lifting equipment, and safety devices at all times.

Participate in toolbox talks, risk assessments, safety observations, hazard reporting, audits, and incident investigations.

Immediately report unsafe conditions, leaks, damaged tools, lifting hazards, near misses, and incidents.

Follow environmental and waste‑management requirements including proper identification, handling, segregation, and disposal of waste materials.

Ensure maintenance work complies with approved site procedures, OEM requirements, quality standards, and EHS requirements.

Documentation & CMMS Support

Complete maintenance checklists, inspection sheets, work completion records, test reports, and defect reports accurately.

Provide clear feedback to the Mechanical Maintenance Engineer regarding work completed, materials used, defects found, and follow‑up actions required.

Support work‑order completion, man‑hour recording, and equipment‑history updates in the CMMS.

Spare Parts, Tools & Housekeeping

Review assigned work orders and identify required spare parts, consumables, tools, lifting equipment, and test instruments before starting work.

Check availability of spare parts and coordinate with the warehouse storekeeper for material collection and return.

Maintain mechanical hand tools, power tools, lifting tools, portable test instruments, and workshop equipment in good working condition.

Report shortages of spare parts, consumables, special tools, and defective equipment to the Mechanical Maintenance Engineer.

Maintain good housekeeping in workshops, equipment areas, stores, and maintenance locations.

Coordination, Training & Continuous Improvement

Work closely with Mechanical Maintenance Engineers, Operations personnel, Electrical and Instrument & Control teams, contractors, OEM representatives, and other site personnel.

Support Operations during equipment isolation, release for maintenance, testing, start‑up, and return‑to‑service activities.

Assist other departments in troubleshooting and repair activities when required.

Support training and mentoring of junior technicians and newly joined maintenance personnel.

Participate in continuous‑improvement initiatives, maintenance improvement programs, 5S activities, and hazard‑reporting programs.

Qualifications & Experience

• Mechanical diploma, mechanical technology, or an equivalent discipline.
• Mechanical trade certifications preferred.
• Training in rigging, lifting operations, forklift operator, and safety courses is an advantage.
• Minimum 5 years of mechanical maintenance experience in a power plant, heavy industrial facility, oil and gas plant, desalination plant, petrochemical plant.
• Combined cycle power plant experience preferred.
• Knowledge of mechanical systems used in combined cycle power plants.
• Knowledge of gas turbines, steam turbines, HRSG systems, pumps, valves, compressors, fans, blowers, heat exchangers, filters, strainers, and piping systems.
• Understanding of lube oil, hydraulic oil, fuel gas, fuel oil, cooling water, condensate, boiler feedwater, compressed air, and water‑treatment systems.
• Knowledge of rotating‑equipment maintenance practices, including bearing inspection, lubrication, seal replacement, coupling alignment, and vibration awareness.
• Familiarity with valve maintenance, including gland packing, seat leakage, lapping, and basic valve overhaul activities.
• Understanding of lifting and rigging, torque tightening, mechanical assembly, and use of lifting tools.
• Knowledge of permit‑to‑work, lockout/tagout, confined‑space entry, lifting operations, and general mechanical safety requirements.
• Ability to use maintenance diagnostic tools such as vibration meters, infrared thermometers, pressure gauges, and tachometers.
• Basic computer skills for CMMS and work‑order updates, maintenance records, and reporting.
• Good working knowledge of written and spoken English.
• Good communication, teamwork, and coordination skills.
• Willingness to work during planned outages, emergency breakdowns, shift duties, and on‑call assignments when required.