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Contract TypeContract TypeFull-time
Workplace typeWorkplace typeOn-site
LocationLocationNeom

About the Role

The NEOM Green Hydrogen Company (NGHC) is seeking a Mechanical Maintenance Technician I to join its Operations & Maintenance (O&M) team. This role is integral to the day-to-day mechanical maintenance of the hydrogen, Ammonia, Air Separation Unit (ASU), and Utilities plant. Based in Neom, Saudi Arabia, the Mechanical Maintenance Technician I will report to the Mechanical Supervisor GHE and play a key part in ensuring the safe and reliable operation of the Green Hydrogen Element (GHE) production facility. The position involves a comprehensive approach to maintenance, including predictive, preventive, and corrective activities, alongside effective spares management. A strong commitment to safety, adherence to company policies, and site-specific procedures are paramount. The incumbent will contribute to maintaining site management systems and ensuring the overall efficiency and integrity of the plant's mechanical assets.

Key Responsibilities

  • Prioritize safety in all activities, aligning with Environmental, Health, and Safety (EH&S) standards to achieve zero lost time injuries at GHE.
  • Perform day-to-day mechanical maintenance for the hydrogen, Ammonia, ASU, and Utilities plant, encompassing predictive, preventive, and corrective maintenance.
  • Manage spare parts inventory, ensuring availability and proper tracking.
  • Execute maintenance activities in strict accordance with company safety policies, site-specific procedures, and established maintenance plans.
  • Set up and operate lathes and other turning machines for maintenance and repair tasks.
  • Interpret technical drawings and specifications to accurately produce or repair parts.
  • Collaborate with the Plant Superintendent to ensure compliance with site statutory requirements, mechanical integrity programs, and preventative maintenance programs.
  • Support the design and manufacturing of tooling fixtures required for maintenance and repairs.
  • Conduct inspections using precision measuring tools such as callipers and micrometres.
  • Apply knowledge of quality control standards and inspection techniques to ensure work quality.
  • Participate actively in NGHC safety programs, promoting and enforcing safety rules and good housekeeping methods.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with all customers and stakeholders to ensure close cooperation.
  • Maintain overall housekeeping standards within the workshop area.
  • Be available for on-call duties during specified periods.
  • Assist in updating and creating maintenance procedures as required.
  • Monitor Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to ensure maintenance performance targets are met.
  • Contribute to maintaining site management systems, including Management of Change (MOC), Business Processes (BPs), SWIMs, and Job Safety Analyses (JSAs).
  • Maintain an accurate inventory of all tools and equipment, tracking usage and storage locations.
  • Conduct regular audits of tools and equipment to ensure accuracy in inventory records.
  • Issue tools and equipment to employees, ensuring proper documentation of issuance and returns.
  • Monitor and enforce policies regarding tool usage and care.
  • Coordinate regular maintenance and repairs of tools and equipment to ensure they are in good working condition.
  • Liaise with vendors and suppliers for the procurement of new tools and equipment as needed.
  • Maintain detailed records of tool usage, maintenance schedules, and inventory changes.
  • Prepare reports on tool usage and inventory status for management.
  • Work closely with various departments to understand their tool needs and ensure availability.
  • Schedule tool inspections and calibration, maintaining records and certifications.
  • Develop and update maintenance procedures.
  • Act as a trainer for new operators and supervise contractors through work permit systems.

Qualifications and Requirements

  • High school diploma in a technical discipline.
  • A minimum of 2 to 5 years of related plant mechanical maintenance experience in the industrial gas, chemical, refining, or related industry.
  • Minimum of 2 years of experience in a similar job role.
  • Minimum of 0 years of managerial experience.
  • A full driving license.
  • Willingness to be on call.

Required Skills

  • Strong hands-on experience with lathes and other turning machines, including turning shafts, keyways, boring couplings, and manufacturing tools for repairs.
  • Proficiency in operating lathes.
  • Familiarity with precision measuring equipment, including callipers and micrometres.
  • Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and maintenance manuals.
  • Knowledge of industry safety regulations and operating practices.
  • Good interpersonal and team working skills.
  • Ability to set priorities effectively.
  • Good command of written and spoken English.
  • Proactive, honest, and hardworking with a strong commitment to teamwork.
  • Enthusiastic, positive attitude, self-motivated, and willing to learn.
  • Experience with EH&S standards.
  • Knowledge of quality control standards and inspection techniques.
  • Familiarity with site management systems such as MOC, BPs, SWIMs, and JSAs.
  • Skills in tool and equipment inventory management, audits, issuance, and maintenance.
  • Understanding of tool usage and care policies.
  • Experience in coordinating with vendors and suppliers for procurement.
  • Proficiency in record keeping and reporting.
  • Ability to coordinate effectively with various departments.
  • Skills in tool inspection and calibration.
  • Experience with turning shafts, keyways, and boring couplings.
  • Experience in manufacturing tools for repairs.
  • Familiarity with mechanical integrity and preventative maintenance programs.
  • Experience in designing and manufacturing tooling fixtures.
  • Experience with housekeeping.
  • Experience in updating/creating maintenance procedures.
  • Experience in KPI follow-up.
  • Commitment to team building, integrity, and diversity.
  • Hydrogen production experience is considered a plus.

Work Environment and Reporting

This is a full-time position within the NGHC Operations division, Group GH2. The Mechanical Maintenance Technician I reports directly to the Mechanical Supervisor. The role involves liaising and cooperating with plant operation staff, Maintenance Technicians, Technical Support Teams, and contractors. There are no direct reports for this position. Travel is not required.


Requirements

  • Requires 2-5 Years experience

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