ACWA Power
Mechanical Technician
Riyadh, Saudi ArabiaPosted 6 days ago
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- Salary
- AED 12k–18k a month· est.
- Job type
- Full time
- Level
- Mid level
- Field
- Energy & Sustainability
- Work mode
- On site
About the role
Mechanical Technician | KSA Technical Recruitment Campaign Job Details | acwapowerc Skip to main content Corporate website Language English (United States) View profile Login Corporate website Language English (United States) View profile Login Corporate website View profile Login Search by Keyword Search by Location Show More Options Loading... Category All Clear Select how often (in days) to receive an alert: Create Alert × Select how often (in days) to receive an alert: Apply now » Mechanical Technician | KSA Technical Recruitment Campaign Date: Nov 2, 2026 Location: SA Job Description: Mechanical Technician KSA Technical Recruitment Campaign 2026 Location: Saudi Arabia Function: Maintenance – CCGT Power Generation / RO Desalination Job Summary ACWA Operations is seeking experienced Mechanical Technicians for upcoming opportunities across power generation and water desalination plants in Saudi Arabia. The role is responsible for performing preventive, corrective, and condition-based maintenance of mechanical equipment to ensure safe plant operations, equipment reliability, and effective maintenance execution in accordance with approved procedures and HSE standards. Roles & Responsibilities Perform preventive, corrective, and condition-based maintenance on mechanical equipment in power generation and water desalination plants. Inspect, troubleshoot, service, and repair pumps, compressors, valves, piping systems, and other static and rotating mechanical equipment. Maintain RO desalination mechanical equipment, including high-pressure pumps, energy recovery devices, and membrane-system auxiliaries, or CCGT equipment, including turbine auxiliaries, cooling-water systems, and HRSG mechanical equipment. Conduct mechanical inspections, including alignment, lubrication, bearings, seals, vibration, and equipment condition checks. Support planned maintenance outages, equipment overhauls, and mechanical troubleshooting activities under the supervision of the Mechanical Supervisor or Engineer. Interpret mechanical drawings and P&IDs, use mechanical tools and measuring instruments, and maintain accurate maintenance records. Coordinate equipment isolation, lockout/tagout (LOTO), and permit-to-work requirements before maintenance activities. Ensure compliance with HSE standards, safe work procedures, PPE requirements, and workplace housekeeping practices. Job Specifications Minimum Education Technical Certificate or Associate's Diploma in Mechanical Maintenance. Bachelor's degree in Engineering is preferred. Minimum Experience 3–5 years of experience as a Mechanical Maintenance Technician in the installation, maintenance, and repair of mechanical equipment within a plant environment. Experience in RO desalination or CCGT power plants is preferred. Required Skills Practical knowledge of mechanical maintenance, troubleshooting, inspection, and repair of industrial equipment. Experience maintaining pumps, compressors, valves, piping systems, and rotating mechanical equipment. Ability to read mechanical drawings and P&IDs and use mechanical tools and measuring instruments. Knowledge of equipment alignment, lubrication, bearings, seals, and basic condition monitoring. Understanding of equipment isolation, lockout/tagout, permit-to-work procedures, and HSE requirements. Good problem-solving, communication, teamwork, and basic computer skills. Work Conditions Plant-based position in Saudi Arabia. Availability to support planned outages, maintenance activities, and emergency repairs as required. Join Our KSA Technical Recruitment Campaign! We welcome experienced Mechanical Technicians interested in upcoming opportunities across Saudi Arabia. Apply by 26 November 2026 to be considered for the December recruitment campaigns. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted by our Talent Acquisition team with further information about the recruitment process. Applications will be reviewed against relevant recruitment requirements. Registration does not guarantee an invitation, interview, or employment offer. Apply now » Find similar jobs: Legal Notice Privacy Policy Compliance Line Opens in a new tab. Opens in a new tab. Opens in a new tab. Opens in a new tab. Opens in a new tab. ©2026 Acwa. All rights reserved.
Requirements
Minimum Education Technical Certificate or Associate's Diploma in Mechanical Maintenance. Bachelor's degree in Engineering is preferred. Minimum Experience 3–5 years of experience as a Mechanical Maintenance Technician in the installation, maintenance, and repair of mechanical equipment within a plant environment. Experience in RO desalination or CCGT power plants is preferred.
Responsibilities
Perform preventive, corrective, and condition-based maintenance on mechanical equipment in power generation and water desalination plants. Inspect, troubleshoot, service, and repair pumps, compressors, valves, piping systems, and other static and rotating mechanical equipment. Maintain RO desalination mechanical equipment, including high-pressure pumps, energy recovery devices, and membrane-system auxiliaries, or CCGT equipment, including turbine auxiliaries, cooling-water systems, and HRSG mechanical equipment. Conduct mechanical inspections, including alignment, lubrication, bearings, seals, vibration, and equipment condition checks. Support planned maintenance outages, equipment overhauls, and mechanical troubleshooting activities under the supervision of the Mechanical Supervisor or Engineer. Interpret mechanical drawings and P&IDs, use mechanical tools and measuring instruments, and maintain accurate maintenance records. Coordinate equipment isolation, lockout/tagout (LOTO), and permit-to-work requirements before maintenance activities. Ensure compliance with HSE standards, safe work procedures, PPE requirements, and workplace housekeeping practices.
Skills
- mechanical maintenance
- troubleshooting
- inspection
- pumps
- compressors
- valves
- piping systems
- rotating mechanical equipment
- P&IDs
- mechanical drawings
- alignment
- lubrication
- bearings
- seals
- vibration analysis
- LOTO
- permit-to-work
- HSE compliance
- calibration
- basic computer skills
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