Mechanical Technician – Maintenance (UAE based)

About the role

The Mechanical Technician will be responsible for the installation, repair and maintenance of mechanical equipment to ensure optimal performance and minimal downtime. The role is based in the UAE and supports the Jubail, KSA pool, working closely with production and engineering teams.

Key responsibilities

• Execute breakdown repairs, preventive and predictive maintenance tasks with minimal supervision.
• Assess job requirements, select tools and equipment, and follow safety and plant procedures.
• Use SAP to order spare parts, record maintenance activities and maintain accurate logs.
• Monitor recurring failures, propose and implement corrective modifications.
• Perform welding, fabrication and component replacement as needed.
• Mentor newly hired mechanics and share plant knowledge.
• Participate in EHS initiatives such as 5S, hazard reporting and suggestion schemes.
• Assist other departments with equipment troubleshooting and repair.
• Complete daily inspections, checklists and planned maintenance (PM) activities.

Required profile

• Diploma in a relevant mechanical field.
• Completion of PEC Craft Training.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in heavy‑industry maintenance after diploma.
• Good command of written and spoken English.
• Familiarity with maintenance tools and strong computer skills.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, manuals and instructions.

Required skills

• SAP (computerized maintenance management system)
• Welding and fabrication
• Preventive and predictive maintenance
• Troubleshooting of mechanical equipment
• Reading engineering drawings
• Use of standard maintenance tools