Senior Rig Mechanic: Drilling Equipment & Maintenance

ADES - Advanced Energy Systems; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 201,000 - 335,000; Full time

Job summary

ADES - Advanced Energy Systems is seeking an experienced Mechanical Supervisor for drilling operations in Saudi Arabia. You will lead maintenance, diagnose complex issues, and supervise the mechanical crew to maximize uptime while ensuring safety and environmental standards.

Responsibilities include supervising maintenance tasks, coordinating with support teams, and maintaining accurate records in line with company procedures. Fluent English is required and offshore rig experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Apprenticeship or formal training as a mechanic.
• Experience in mechanical field with relevant certificates and references may substitute for apprenticeship.
• Minimum five years in drilling/workover mechanical supervision.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose mechanical problems and faults using manuals and diagnostics; implement solutions to restore uptime.
• Communicate equipment issues to the supervisor and technical maintenance team.
• Maintain and oversee rig mechanical systems including engines, generators, pumps, cranes, hydraulics.
• Ensure proper documentation and compliance with safety and regulatory standards.

Skills

Fluent English

PC literacy

Situation awareness

Communication

Teamwork

Detail oriented

Problem solving

Education

Multi-year apprenticeship / training program

Oil field experience with training certificates

Job description

ADES - Advanced Energy Systems is seeking an experienced Mechanical Supervisor for drilling operations in Saudi Arabia. You will lead maintenance, diagnose complex issues, and supervise the mechanical crew to maximize uptime while ensuring safety and environmental standards.

Responsibilities include supervising maintenance tasks, coordinating with support teams, and maintaining accurate records in line with company procedures. Fluent English is required and offshore rig experience is preferred.