PMV Senior Mechanical Engineer📣 Job Ad

About the Role

BEC Arabia is seeking a PMV Senior Mechanical Engineer to join their team in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This full-time position is responsible for overseeing the maintenance, reliability, inspection, and operational performance of tower cranes and lifting equipment across construction projects. The role is critical for ensuring maximum equipment availability, adherence to safety standards, and the efficiency of maintenance operations. This position requires a professional with a strong understanding of mechanical engineering principles applied to heavy construction equipment, particularly tower cranes, to drive best practices in equipment management.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and execute comprehensive preventive and corrective maintenance for all tower cranes and lifting equipment.
• Conduct troubleshooting and root cause analysis to resolve mechanical failures.
• Coordinate tower crane erection, dismantling, climbing, and commissioning activities to ensure safety and operational readiness.
• Monitor equipment performance, utilization rates, and maintenance costs to optimize resource allocation and identify improvement areas.
• Ensure compliance with Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) requirements, safety regulations, and statutory inspection mandates.
• Liaise with project teams, third-party inspectors, and equipment suppliers to facilitate operations and resolve technical issues.
• Review and maintain accurate maintenance records, inspection reports, and equipment certifications.
• Support the planning and procurement of spare parts and allocate maintenance resources effectively.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in Plant, Machinery, and Vehicles (PMV), heavy equipment, or construction equipment maintenance.
• A minimum of 5 years of direct, hands-on experience specifically with tower crane maintenance and operations.
• Strong knowledge of tower crane maintenance procedures, troubleshooting techniques, inspection protocols, and operational requirements.
• Experience working with major tower crane brands such as Potain, Liebherr, Comansa, Zoomlion, Wolffkran, or equivalent.
• Previous experience working within construction contracting companies is mandatory.
• Strong understanding of lifting equipment safety standards and industry best practices.

Required Skills

• Expertise in Tower Crane Maintenance.
• Proficiency in Heavy Equipment Maintenance.
• Skilled in Preventive Maintenance strategies.
• Adept at Troubleshooting & Root Cause Analysis.
• Comprehensive knowledge of Lifting Equipment.
• Proven ability in Equipment Reliability enhancement.
• Experience in Fleet & Asset Management.
• Understanding of Construction Equipment Operations.
• Strong commitment to HSE Compliance.
• Demonstrated Team Leadership capabilities.

Work Environment and Details

This is a full-time position based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The role involves working with critical heavy machinery on construction projects, requiring a focus on safety and operational efficiency.