Maintenance Lead Engineer-Mechanical
Al Jomaih Energy and Water
Maintenance Lead Engineer-Mechanical
Al Jomaih Energy and Water
Diversified holding company, energy and utilities
Al Jomaih Energy and Water · Ash Shimasiyah, Saudi Arabia · Full-time · Posted 2026-07-20
Workplace: on_site
Department: Qassim (O & M)
1. Maintenance Planning & Execution:
- Develop and implement inspection, maintenance, and repair schedules for all mechanical systems and equipment, including gas turbines, steam turbines, generators , condenser, heat recovery steam generators (HRSG), pumps, compressors, HVAC and other ancillary systems.
- Ensures necessary tooling
- Ensures necessary Third-Party Certification
2. Team Leadership:
- Lead, mentor, and supervise a team of mechanical maintenance engineers and technicians to ensure efficient maintenance operations and achieve targets & objectives.
- Foster a culture of safety, compliance, and continuous improvement among team members.
3. Technical Support:
- Provide technical guidance and support to maintenance staff for troubleshooting and problem resolution of mechanical issues.
- Provide in housetraining to enhance the team skills technically & safety
- Conduct root cause analysis of mechanical failures and implement corrective measures.
4. Project Management:
- Plan and oversee mechanical maintenance projects, ensuring they are completed on time and within budget.
- Coordinate with other departments (operations, electrical, and instrumentation) to schedule maintenance work with minimal disruption to plant operations.
5. Budget and Resource Management:
- Assist the Maintenance Manager in the preparation of the annual maintenance budget and manage resource allocation effectively.
- Monitor maintenance costs and identify opportunities for cost reductions without compromising safety or reliability.
6 . Procurement & Storage
- Ensures adequate inventories of spares and consumables and ensure timely procurement for the efficient operation
- To prepare purchase requisitions for spare parts and consumables
To perform technical evaluation of quotations received from purchase department and recommend appropriate choice.
7. Compliance and Safety:
- Ensure compliance with environmental regulations, safety standards, and industry best practices.
- Conduct regular safety audits, risk assessments, and initiate safety improvement programs.
-Ensure compliance of Corporate and site specific procedures and Work Instructions.
8. Documentation and Reporting:
- Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, equipment performance, and inventory.
- Prepare detailed reports on maintenance work, performance metrics, and project status for management review.
-KPIs development, implementation and tracking,
9. Continuous Improvement:
- Identify and implement improvement initiatives in mechanical maintenance processes and workflows.
- Stay abreast with industry trends, advancements in technology, and maintenance best practices.
10 Pre-PCOD role
a) support the Owner during the design review phase and during installation, commissioning, testing, and trial operation period.
b) O & M manuals and Initial Spare Parts list Review and finalization
c) Development of Master Equipment List
d) Development and implementation of CMMS
e) Spares and maintenance strategy identification based on Criticality study of equipment.
f) Prepare site specific maintenance procedures and Work Instructions
g) Ensure Maintenance team authorization as Permit Receivers
h) Ensure timely placement of subcontracts
i) ensure readiness for the operational period, by ensuring that all staff are trained and that all the systems and process required for O&M operations are ready.
j) ensure that the plant is fit for purpose to be taken-over and the plant is designed, built, commissioned and tested as per the EPC Contract and other Project Agreements.
-Education: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
Experience: Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience in mechanical maintenance, in large scale combined cycle power Plant. IPP and Siemens GT experience is preferred.
Leadership Skills: Proven experience leading maintenance teams, with strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Technical Skills: Proficiency in mechanical maintenance systems, reliability engineering, and condition monitoring techniques.
Software Knowledge: Familiarity with maintenance management software (CMMS) and Microsoft Office Suite.
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Al Jomaih Energy and Water operates within Al Jomaih Holding in Riyadh, managing a portfolio of subsidiaries and global ventures. It coordinates diverse businesses, builds long-term partnerships, and maintains exclusive distribution agreements with major brands to support Saudi Arabia’s economic diversification. It stands out through its long-standing local presence, controlling interests in ventures, and exclusive distributorships that create a stable, diversified footprint in the kingdom. Its goal is to sustain Saudi Arabia’s investment diversification, drive prosperity, and expand its regional and international business through owned subsidiaries and partnerships.
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