Reliability Manager

jigpc- jazan integrated gasification and power company; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 300,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

JIGPC in Saudi Arabia seeks a highly experienced Reliability Engineering Manager to lead the reliability function for a world-class gasification and power facility. You will drive data-driven maintenance, optimize asset performance, and elevate plant availability through strategic programs.

The role requires 10+ years in reliability or maintenance, 3-5 years in leadership, and expertise in RCM, RCA, FMEA, and AI/IoT monitoring.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, electrical, or related engineering (mandatory).
• Master’s degree is an advantage; certifications preferred (CMRP, CRE, Six Sigma).

Responsibilities

• Lead reliability strategies to optimize asset performance and plant availability.
• Manage predictive and preventive maintenance programs to reduce downtime.
• Oversee RCA and failure investigations to eliminate recurring issues.
• Collaborate with operations, maintenance, and vendors to ensure safety and excellence.

Skills

RCM

RCA

FMEA

Condition monitoring

AI/IoT tools

Leadership

Data-driven decision making

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical or electrical engineering

Master's degree (advantage)

CMRP

CRE

Six Sigma

Tools

Condition Monitoring Systems

AI/IoT monitoring tools

Job description

We are seeking a highly experienced Reliability Engineering Manager to lead the reliability function for a world-class gasification and power facility. The role is responsible for ensuring optimal equipment performance, improving plant availability, and driving reliability excellence through data-driven strategies and advanced maintenance practices.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership

• Develop and implement reliability strategies to optimize performance and availability of critical assets
• Drive continuous improvement programs across maintenance and reliability functions
• Align reliability objectives with business and operational goals

Reliability & Maintenance Excellence

• Lead predictive and preventive maintenance programs to reduce downtime and extend asset life
• Monitor asset performance, analyze reliability data, and identify improvement opportunities
• Oversee Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and failure investigations to eliminate recurring issues

Asset Performance & Optimization

• Improve equipment reliability, MTBF, and overall plant efficiency
• Implement advanced reliability tools such as RCM, FMEA, and condition monitoring systems
• Ensure effective defect elimination and maintenance optimization programs

Safety & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory standards
• Promote a strong safety culture across engineering and maintenance teams

Leadership & Stakeholder Management

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of reliability engineers and specialists
• Collaborate with operations, maintenance, and technical teams to support plant performance
• Interface with vendors, contractors, and stakeholders to ensure operational excellence

Qualifications & Experience

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, Electrical, or related Engineering discipline (mandatory)
• Master’s degree is an advantage
• Certifications such as CMRP, CRE, Six Sigma are preferred

Experience

• Minimum 10+ years in reliability engineering or maintenance
• 3-5 years in a leadership or managerial role
• Experience in energy, gasification, or power generation is highly preferred

Technical Skills

• Strong expertise in RCM, RCA, FMEA, and maintenance strategies
• Experience with rotating equipment & critical industrial assets
• Knowledge of predictive maintenance, AI/IoT-based monitoring tools
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities
• Strategic thinking and decision-making
• Strong leadership and team development skills
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement
• Ability to drive performance, safety, and operational excellence

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to work on a large-scale gasification & power project
• Lead critical reliability initiatives impacting plant performance
• Be part of a high-performing engineering and operations team