A leading organization in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, is hiring experienced professionals for the position of Mechanical Maintenance Technician. This opportunity is suitable for candidates with a technical qualification in mechanical engineering or industrial maintenance and hands-on experience in manufacturing environments.
The selected candidates will be responsible for maintaining plant machinery, troubleshooting mechanical issues, carrying out preventive and corrective maintenance, and ensuring production equipment operates safely and efficiently.
Job Position: Mechanical Maintenance Technician:
Location: Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
Experience Required: 2–5 years
Qualification: Technical Diploma / ITI in Mechanical Engineering or Industrial Maintenance
Industry: Manufacturing / Industrial Maintenance
Key Responsibilities:
The Mechanical Maintenance Technician will play an important role in keeping plant machinery and production equipment in good working condition.
Major responsibilities include:
- Performing preventive and corrective maintenance on plant machinery.
- Troubleshooting mechanical faults and identifying the root causes of equipment problems.
- Repairing and maintaining various types of manufacturing equipment.
- Working on injection molding, extrusion, blow molding, and thermoforming equipment.
- Carrying out machinery alignment to ensure proper equipment performance.
- Performing regular lubrication of mechanical components.
- Replacing worn-out or damaged machine parts when required.
- Inspecting equipment to identify potential mechanical failures before they affect production.
- Following established workplace and machinery safety procedures.
- Maintaining accurate maintenance records and documenting completed repair and maintenance activities.
Candidates should be comfortable working in a manufacturing environment and be capable of responding efficiently to equipment breakdowns and maintenance requirements.
Eligibility and Requirements:
Applicants should have a Technical Diploma or ITI qualification in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Maintenance, or a related technical field.
The ideal candidate should have between 2 and 5 years of relevant mechanical maintenance experience. Practical experience in a manufacturing environment will be an important advantage for this position.
Experience with plastic processing machinery is particularly preferred. Candidates who have previously worked with injection molding, extrusion, blow molding, or thermoforming equipment may have an advantage during the selection process.
Strong mechanical troubleshooting skills are also required. Applicants should be able to inspect machinery, identify mechanical problems, understand the cause of equipment failures, and carry out appropriate repairs or replacement of components.
Why This Opportunity Is Suitable for Maintenance Professionals:
Mechanical maintenance technicians are essential to manufacturing operations because production depends on the reliable performance of industrial machinery. Regular preventive maintenance can help reduce unexpected breakdowns, minimize production interruptions, and extend equipment service life.
This position provides an opportunity for technicians with manufacturing experience to apply their mechanical maintenance knowledge in a professional industrial environment in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.
Candidates with specialized knowledge of plastic processing equipment can particularly consider this opportunity, as experience with such machinery is preferred.
Who Can Apply?
This vacancy may be suitable for:
- Mechanical Maintenance Technicians
- Industrial Maintenance Technicians
- Mechanical Technicians with manufacturing experience
- ITI-qualified mechanical professionals
- Diploma holders with relevant maintenance experience
- Technicians experienced in plastic processing machinery
Applicants should ensure that their CV clearly highlights their qualification, total maintenance experience, manufacturing experience, machinery handled, troubleshooting skills, and relevant technical expertise.
How to Apply?
Interested candidates can apply by sending their updated CV via email.
📧 Email: Recruitment@gulfmaid.com
Applicants should mention “Mechanical Maintenance Technician” in the email subject line so that their application can be identified easily.
Before submitting your CV, make sure your contact details and professional experience are clearly mentioned. Candidates with relevant manufacturing and plastic processing equipment experience should highlight this information prominently in their resume.
If you are a qualified mechanical maintenance professional looking for an opportunity in Jeddah, this vacancy could be worth considering. Make sure your application demonstrates your hands-on maintenance experience, mechanical troubleshooting capabilities, and familiarity with industrial production machinery.