Utilities Engineer

Americana Foods - National Food Company; Makkah Al Mukarramah, Jeddah; On-site; SAR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food production company in Makkah is looking for a Maintenance Engineer to oversee the planning and execution of preventive maintenance activities. The role requires diagnosing and repairing mechanical issues, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and collaborating closely with different departments. An ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in engineering and 5-7 years of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of experience in a maintenance role within a manufacturing or industrial environment.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute scheduled preventive maintenance activities.
• Diagnose mechanical and electrical issues and carry out repairs.
• Suggest improvements to reduce downtime and increase equipment efficiency.
• Adhere to safety procedures and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Collaborate with production and quality departments to minimize disruption.
• Maintain an organized inventory of spare parts and liaise with suppliers.

Skills

Problem-Solving

Attention to Detail

Communication

Time Management

Adaptability

Health and Safety Knowledge

Continuous Improvement Mindset

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or industrial engineering

Job description

Job description:

• Maintenance Planning & Execution: Plan, coordinate, and execute scheduled preventive maintenance activities to ensure maximum equipment reliability.
• Equipment Troubleshooting & Repair: Diagnose mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues and carry out repairs on a variety of equipment (e.g., Steam Boilers, Thermal Oil Boilers, air compressors, conveyors, Water Pumps, HVAC systems).
• Continuous Improvement: Suggest and implement improvements to reduce downtime and increase equipment efficiency; participate in continuous improvement projects aimed at enhancing plant performance and productivity.
• Health, Safety & Compliance: Adhere to all safety procedures and company policies during maintenance tasks; ensure compliance with regulatory and industry standards for all maintenance work; conduct risk assessments and participate in safety audits as required.
• Team Collaboration: Work closely with production, quality, and other departments to ensure smooth equipment operation and minimize production disruption; support training and mentoring of junior technicians or newly hired maintenance personnel.
• Inventory & Spare Parts Management: Maintain an organized inventory of spare parts and ensure critical spares are available when needed; liaise with vendors and suppliers for procurement of equipment and parts.

Education and Experience

• Academic and professional qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or industrial engineering, or a related field.

• Experience: 5-7 years of experience in a maintenance role within a manufacturing project management or industrial environment.

Skills

• Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills to diagnose and resolve technical issues quickly and efficiently.
• Attention to Detail: High level of accuracy and attention to detail, particularly in preventive maintenance and repairs.
• Communication: Ability to communicate technical information effectively to both technical and non-technical stakeholders; good teamwork and collaboration skills, working closely with production, safety, and other teams.
• Time Management: Ability to prioritize tasks, manage time efficiently, and handle multiple maintenance jobs under pressure.
• Adaptability: Flexible in adapting to changing work demands and emergency breakdown situations.
• Health and Safety Knowledge: Familiar with safety protocols, risk assessments, and compliance with safety regulations.
• Continuous Improvement Mindset: Ability to identify areas for process improvement and contribute to enhancing equipment performance and reducing downtime.