Plant Maintenance Engineer

About the role

Saudi Gold Refinery is seeking a Plant Maintenance Engineer to ensure mechanical and electrical reliability of its gold refining and bullion production assets in Riyadh. The role focuses on preventive and corrective maintenance of critical equipment such as acid plants, electrolytic cells, and casting lines.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and implement preventive maintenance schedules for critical machinery, including Miller process furnaces and Wohlwill cells.
• Lead rapid response efforts for equipment failures, diagnose root causes, and implement permanent solutions.
• Enforce Permit‑to‑Work and Lockout/Tagout procedures and ensure compliance with HSE policies.
• Supervise external maintenance contractors, evaluate performance, and ensure adherence to technical specifications.
• Manage spare‑parts inventory, coordinate with procurement, and control maintenance costs.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Mining, or Industrial Engineering.
• At least five years of maintenance engineering experience in mining or similar heavy‑industry environments.
• Valid Saudi driving licence and willingness to work on‑call rotations.

Required skills

• Strong knowledge of rotating equipment, hydraulic systems, and high‑voltage electrical infrastructure.
• Proficiency with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) for planning and tracking work orders.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, P&IDs, and technical manuals.
• In‑depth understanding of occupational health and safety regulations, including PTW and LOTO protocols.