Utilities Technician (Refrigeration) - Jeddah

MBRF; Jeddah; On-site; SAR 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

MBRF is looking for a skilled maintenance professional to operate and maintain industrial refrigeration, HVAC and utility systems at our Jeddah facility. The role involves preventive and corrective maintenance, troubleshooting, and coordinating with production, suppliers and OEMs to reduce downtime and improve equipment performance.

The ideal candidate has 2–3 years in refrigeration/HVAC, strong fault-finding skills and familiarity with SAP, 5S and HSE standards.

Qualifications

• 2-year technical/vocational qualification in Mechanical, Electrical or Electronic Engineering, Refrigeration & Air Conditioning or a related technical field
• 2–3 years hands-on experience in refrigeration, HVAC or utilities operation and maintenance (preferably in Food/FMCG)
• Strong practical knowledge of industrial refrigeration and HVAC systems (ammonia refrigeration, compressors, condensers, pumps, AHU/FCU)
• Ability to troubleshoot mechanical and electrical systems and read P&IDs and technical drawings
• Knowledge of HSE, food safety and applicable standards; familiarity with SAP, MS Office, RCA, PDCA and 5S
• Familiarity with PLC, BMS, DCS, SCADA or HMI control systems is an advantage
• Business-level English proficiency

Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor and maintain industrial refrigeration, HVAC and utility systems.
• Perform preventive, corrective and scheduled maintenance on refrigeration and HVAC equipment.
• Troubleshoot mechanical and electrical faults and minimize downtime.
• Record maintenance activities and work orders in SAP.
• Work with Maintenance, Production, suppliers and OEMs on technical issues and improvements.
• Support RCA and improvements to reduce MTTR.
• Ensure compliance with HSE, food safety, HACCP, GMP and safety standards

Skills

Industrial refrigeration

HVAC systems

Troubleshooting

P&IDs & drawings

HSE & food safety

SAP

MS Office

RCA/PDCA/5S

PLC/BMS/DCS/SCADA/HMI

English proficiency

Education

2-year technical/vocational qualification in Mechanical, Electrical or Electronic Engineering or Refrigeration & Air Conditioning

Tools

SAP

MS Office

Job description

How about building your career at one of the world’s largest food companies? Come work at MBRF, a company present in the lives of thousands of families around the world. From the simplest moments to the most special ones, we nourish life through quality, innovation, and the people who make everything happen.

What will you be doing at MBRF?

• Operate, monitor and maintain industrial refrigeration, HVAC and utility systems to ensure safe, reliable and efficient operation
• Perform preventive, corrective and scheduled maintenance on refrigeration and HVAC equipment, including ammonia compressors, evaporative condensers, glycol systems, chilled water systems, pumps, AHUs, FCUs, exhaust fans and AC units
• Troubleshoot mechanical and electrical faults, identify root causes and take corrective actions to minimize downtime and improve equipment performance
• Monitor operating parameters, perform routine inspections and support equipment overhaul, preventive maintenance and spare‑part planning
• Record equipment issues, maintenance activities and work orders accurately in SAP
• Work closely with Maintenance, Production, suppliers and OEMs on technical issues, repairs and continuous improvement activities
• Support improvement initiatives using RCA and contribute to solutions for recurring technical issues and reducing MTTR
• Ensure all activities comply with HSE, food safety, HACCP, GMP, 5S, Food Defense and company safety standards, including proper handling of chemicals, tools and PPE

What kind of profile are we looking for?

• Minimum 2-year technical/vocational qualification in Mechanical, Electrical or Electronic Engineering, Refrigeration & Air Conditioning or a related technical field
• Minimum 2–3 years of hands‑on experience in refrigeration, HVAC or utilities operation and maintenance, preferably within the Food/FMCG industry
• Strong practical knowledge of industrial refrigeration and HVAC systems, including ammonia refrigeration, compressors, condensers, pumps, chilled water systems and AHU/FCU equipment
• Ability to troubleshoot mechanical and electrical systems and read P&IDs, electrical/mechanical drawings and relevant technical diagrams
• Knowledge of HSE, food safety and applicable technical standards; familiarity with SAP, MS Office, RCA, PDCA and 5S
• Familiarity with PLC, BMS, DCS, SCADA or HMI control systems is an advantage
• Business‑level English proficiency
• Based in Jeddah or willing to relocate to Jeddah, with flexibility to commute to the factory location

What competencies are key to this role?

• Strong troubleshooting and practical problem‑solving skills
• Safety and quality‑focused mindset with attention to detail
• Good communication, teamwork and organizational skills
• Ability to work effectively with different teams, suppliers and stakeholders in a multicultural environment
• Flexibility in working hours and willingness to support different maintenance and utility areas when required

What can you expect from MBRF?

• Being part of a global, collaborative and dynamic working environment
• Strong corporate culture with commitments to customers, employees & environment we serve
• Vertical, horizontal, and cross‑functional growth opportunities
• Competitive compensation package