Mechanical Technician - Oil & Gas

About the role

The Mechanical Technician performs routine mechanical inspections, preventive maintenance, breakdown maintenance, troubleshooting, equipment alignment and repair for rotary and static equipment, ensuring safe, reliable and efficient plant operations. Maintenance is carried out according to approved Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Standard Maintenance Procedures (SMPs), safety requirements and maintenance schedules. The position is based in Dammam, Saudi Arabia, on a 6-day week (Saturday to Thursday).

Key responsibilities

• Carry out daily morning site inspections, monitor mechanical equipment and report abnormalities.
• Perform pump, motor, agitator, gearbox and motor alignment in line with approved SOPs, and record alignment data.
• Execute preventive maintenance of rotary equipment using approved PM checklists, and breakdown maintenance of rotary and static equipment per SMPs.
• Troubleshoot mechanical equipment and carry out mechanical seal maintenance.
• Perform piping and valve maintenance as required.
• Support the Field Maintenance Engineer and the Site Maintenance Engineer with spare parts planning and procurement, and provide maintenance support as needed.
• Ensure compliance with safety procedures, Permit to Work (PTW) and Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) requirements, and use of PPE; follow approved procedures for working at height.
• Maintain tools and equipment, and keep records of maintenance data.

Required profile

• Associate degree in Mechanical or Maintenance Technician or a related field.
• At least 5 years of experience in the chemical or oil & gas sectors.

Required skills

• Equipment maintenance and troubleshooting
• Technical interpretation
• Safety and compliance
• Planning and execution