Senior Technicians (Non-National)

  • Dhahran, Saudi Arabia
  • Full-Time
  • On-Site

Job Description:


Role Purpose The Senior Technician (Non-National) brings specialist trade depth — preferably mechanical — to the maintenance team, executing complex maintenance scopes on production equipment and transferring knowledge to national Technicians as part of Front End's capability-building commitments.

Key Responsibilities

  • Execute complex mechanical maintenance: rotating equipment overhaul (pumps, compressors), valve servicing, alignment, and precision fitting.
  • Diagnose equipment faults using drawings, P&IDs, and OEM manuals; propose and implement repair solutions.
  • Lead critical repair tasks during breakdowns, shutdowns, and turnarounds.
  • Mentor national Technicians in trade skills, quality standards, and safe methods (knowledge transfer).
  • Comply with the Work Permit System, JSAs, LOTO, and all client HSE requirements.
  • Complete work order feedback, inspection reports, and as-left condition records.
  • Maintain calibration and care of precision tools and measuring instruments.

Minimum Qualifications & Experience

  • Technical Diploma in any engineering discipline, preferably Mechanical.
  • Minimum five (5) years of work experience, preferably in oil & gas or petrochemical plant maintenance.
  • Proven competency in mechanical trades (millwright/fitter/machinist background an advantage).
  • Familiarity with permit-to-work systems and Aramco-type site requirements preferred.
  • Working English for procedures, drawings, and reporting.
  • Medically fit and eligible for Saudi work visa/Iqama.