Utilities Technician (Refrigeration) - Jeddah

MBRF; Jeddah; On-site; SAR 84,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

MBRF in Jeddah is seeking a skilled maintenance technician to operate and sustain our refrigeration, HVAC and utility systems to ensure safe and efficient production. You will perform preventive and corrective tasks, monitor equipment and support spare‑part planning.

You'll troubleshoot mechanical and electrical faults, read technical drawings, and document work orders in SAP. A 2–3 year technical background and knowledge of safety standards are essential.

Qualifications

• 2+ year technical/vocational qualification required in mechanical, electrical, or refrigeration fields.
• 2–3 years of hands-on refrigeration, HVAC, or utilities maintenance experience.
• Knowledge of SAP, MS Office, RCA, PDCA and 5S is preferred.
• Able to read P&IDs and technical drawings; English proficiency required.

Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor and maintain refrigeration, HVAC and utility systems.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on ammonia/condensing equipment.
• Troubleshoot faults and identify root causes to minimize downtime.
• Record issues and work orders in SAP and coordinate with teams.
• Support improvement initiatives and safety standards compliance.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Teamwork

Communication

Safety mindset

Organizational skills

Education

Technical/vocational qualification in Mechanical/Electrical/Electronic Engineering or Refrigeration & Air Conditioning

Tools

SAP

MS Office

RCA

PDCA

5S

PLC

BMS

DCS

SCADA

HMI

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