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Role Overview: Utilities Technician (Boiler)

MBRF is seeking a Utilities Technician (Boiler) to join its team in Jeddah, Makkah, Saudi Arabia. This full-time position is critical for the continuous and efficient operation of essential utility systems, supporting the company's large-scale food production.

About MBRF

MBRF stands as one of the world's largest food companies, dedicated to nourishing life through quality, innovation, and its people. The organization's global impact extends to thousands of families, driven by a commitment to operational excellence and product integrity.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor, and maintain boilers, thermal fluid heaters, air compressors, and related utility systems to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operation.
• Perform preventive, corrective, and scheduled maintenance on boiler house equipment, including pumps, valves, air dryers, softeners, and water treatment systems.
• Monitor operating parameters, boiler water quality, and chemical dosing, and maintain accurate operational and maintenance records.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and control-related issues, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions to minimize downtime.
• Inspect equipment regularly, identify maintenance needs, and support overhaul, preventive maintenance, and spare-part planning.
• Accurately record equipment issues, maintenance activities, and work orders in SAP, and support continuous improvement activities.
• Collaborate with Maintenance, Production, suppliers, and OEMs on technical issues, repairs, and critical spare parts.
• Ensure all activities comply with HSE, food safety, HACCP, GMP, 5S, Food Defense, and company safety standards, including proper handling of chemicals, fuels, tools, and PPE.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum of 2–3 years of hands-on experience in the operation and maintenance of boilers, air compressors, or related utility systems.
• Prior experience within the Food/FMCG industry is preferred.
• Strong practical knowledge of boiler house equipment, thermal fluid heaters, air compressors, pumps, valves, water treatment systems, and boiler water quality.

Essential Skills and Knowledge

• Ability to troubleshoot mechanical/electrical systems and interpret engineering drawings, P&IDs, and relevant technical diagrams.
• Knowledge of chemical and fuel handling, HSE standards, and applicable technical standards.
• Familiarity with SAP, MS Office, RCA, PDCA, and 5S methodologies.
• Familiarity with PLC, BMS, DCS, SCADA, or HMI control systems is considered an advantage.

Location and Work Arrangement

This is a full-time position based in Jeddah, Makkah, Saudi Arabia. Candidates must either be currently based in Jeddah or willing to relocate, with flexibility to commute to the factory location.