Mechanical Technician – Energy (Jubail/KSA Pool, based in UAE)

About the role

We are seeking a Mechanical Technician specialized in energy systems to maintain and repair mechanical equipment for power generation blocks and balance‑of‑plant assets. The role supports both simple and combined‑cycle plants, ensuring high availability and minimal downtime.

Key responsibilities

• Perform preventive, corrective and breakdown maintenance on a wide range of mechanical equipment in a power plant, including on‑call duties.
• Repair and restore mechanical systems such as gas turbines, steam turbines, waste‑heat boilers, compressors, pumps, cooling towers and reverse‑osmosis units.
• Assist senior engineers or work independently, following safe work procedures and selecting appropriate tools.
• Monitor recurring failures, propose and implement corrective actions to prevent re‑occurrence.
• Direct contract workforce to execute maintenance plans in line with plant requirements.
• Adhere to EHS standards and plant operating procedures to minimise accidents.

Required profile

• Diploma in Mechanical Engineering or a recognized Craft/Trade certificate.
• Minimum 5 years (diploma) or 8 years (trade) of mechanical maintenance experience in a thermal power plant.
• Hands‑on experience with GE Frame 9E/9FA gas turbines, steam turbines, waste‑heat boilers and thermal desalination equipment.
• Good command of written and spoken English.
• Ability to work shifts and in a multicultural environment.

Required skills

• Mechanical maintenance tools.
• Computer literacy.
• Knowledge of gas turbines, steam turbines, waste‑heat boilers, compressors, pumps, cooling towers and reverse‑osmosis plants.