Senior Specialist, Instrument II

Maaden Saudi Arabian Mining Company; Turayf; On-site; SAR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mining company in Northern Borders Province, Saudi Arabia, is seeking an experienced professional to lead instrumentation maintenance and reliability activities. The role involves preventive and corrective maintenance, troubleshooting, and ensuring compliance across the phosphate plant. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Instrumentation or Electrical Engineering, a minimum of 5 years' experience in the field, and strong knowledge of instrumentation systems. This position offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities to enhance operational efficiency.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years experience in instrumentation maintenance within industrial plants, preferably in phosphate or similar industries.
• CMRP certification or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute instrumentation maintenance and reliability activities.
• Conduct failure analysis and implement corrective actions.
• Participate in commissioning of new instrumentation systems.

Skills

Knowledge of instrumentation systems

Troubleshooting skills

Analytical skills

Team collaboration

Proficiency in MS Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Instrumentation or Electrical Engineering

Job description

Job Purpose

To lead and execute instrumentation maintenance and reliability activities, ensuring safe, efficient, and compliant operations across the phosphate plant. The role focuses on preventive and corrective maintenance, troubleshooting, and supporting reliability improvement initiatives for instrumentation systems.

Key Accountabilities

Maintenance & Reliability

• Perform routine and non‑routine maintenance of instrumentation systems, including analyzers, control systems, and field instruments.
• Conduct failure analysis, root cause investigations (RCA), and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with reliability‑centered maintenance programs and company standards.

Project & Commissioning Support

• Participate in commissioning of new instrumentation systems and ensure proper site acceptance testing.
• Review and approve technical documentation, calibration certificates, and maintenance manuals.

Safety & Compliance

• Adhere to all safety procedures and ensure safe use of tools and equipment.
• Comply with Integrated Management System (IMS) standards and environmental requirements.

Coordination & Communication

• Collaborate with E&I support teams, operations, and contractors for smooth execution of work.
• Provide technical guidance and training to maintenance staff.

Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, calibration reports, and spare parts usage.
• Prepare reports on equipment performance and recommend improvements for reliability.

Minimum Qualifications, Experience and Competencies

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Instrumentation or Electrical Engineering.
• Certifications: CMRP or equivalent preferred.
• Experience: Minimum 5 years in instrumentation maintenance within industrial plants (preferably phosphate or similar process industries).

Ma’aden High Performance Competencies

• Strong knowledge of instrumentation systems, analyzers, and control loops.
• Proficiency in MS Office and instrumentation‑related software.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work in a team environment.
• Problem‑solving and analytical skills for troubleshooting complex issues.