Electro Mechanical Technician

SUMMARY OF THE ROLE

The Electro-Mechanical Technician, will be responsible for maintaining assets in accordance with the standard technical practice and manufacturers’ requirements to ensure the right equipment reliability. Follow local, regional, segment, and Group (especially HSEQ) requirements, objectives, and guidelines for performing the work.

This position is based in Jeddah and will report to the Assistant Manager – Maintenance.

Responsibilities:

• Execute maintenance tasks following the standards and procedures ensuring the right quality in the most effective way along with having experience in utilizing and giving inputs for data updates in the Matrix Maintenance System, with focus on Preventive Maintenance actions, Standard Jobs and spare part lists & inventory control.

• Actively participate in root cause analysis of re-occurring and critical breakdowns and failures as well as troubleshoot the faults individually and provide necessary support towards Preventive & Corrective Maintenance of production lines and industrial equipment.

• Must have a good level of understanding and grip on the basics of Hydraulic, Pneumatic, Industrial Electrical and Mechanical systems and troubleshooting of following but not limited to Pumps, Gearboxes, blowers, fans, seals, Motors, VFD’s, compressors, HVAC, bearings etc.

• Support the multiple shifts and conduct the emergency maintenance, electrical and mechanical repairs as and when required as well as support the commissioning process for new assets based on the requirement HSEQ- and engineering standards with work permit procedures.

• Provide support in different PLC Programming languages, control networks, Industrial control systems and reading and understanding basic mechanical, electrical and pneumatic diagrams and drawings.

• Provide support to update all the necessary records of maintenance, estimation through CMMS- computerized maintenance management system.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR AND WHAT WE OFFER

We are looking for:

Qualification:

• Vocational Technical course or Diploma (Mechanical / Electrical / Electromechanical)
• 4-6 years of experience in Electro-mechanical and Industrial facility maintenance.
• Fluency in Arabic & English – both verbally and written
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

 

Location: Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.

Personal Qualities:

• Acts on own initiative, makes things happen and accepts responsibility for the results.
• Focuses on bottom-line results, identifies potential risks and monitors the financial impact of own activities.
• Understands the organization's informal rules and structures and utilizes political processes effectively to get things done
• Uses a methodical and systematic approach; plans ahead, defines clear priorities and allocates resources effectively
• Demonstrates specialist knowledge and expertise in own area; participates in continuous professional development.
• Co-operates well with others; shares knowledge, experience and information; supports others in the pursuit of team goals

We are offering:

• Competitive compensation and benefits.
• Continuous learning opportunities and training activities through on-the-job training and our in-house learning Jotun Academy.
• Career development opportunities across multiple disciplines and geographies.
• Leaders who focus on engaging and enabling their team, proven by consistently high employee feedback scores.
• A supportive and inclusive company culture where you can be your authentic self.
• A focus on having fun together through team building and social activities.

POSITION INFORMATION

Company:

Jotun Saudia Co. Ltd.

Contract Type:

Regular

Time Type:

Full time

CLOSING DATE (dd.mm.yyyy):

23.10.2026

WHO WE ARE

Jotun’s story in the MEIA region (Middle East, India and Africa) began in 1962, and has grown to include 18 legal entities committed to achieving success and growth of the Jotun Group. Throughout our history, we have focused on providing our employees with meaningful and challenging work, rewarding them through continued learning and development, underpinned by our values of Loyalty, Care, Respect and Boldness.

Jotun Saudia Co. Ltd., established in 1984, is one of the key markets within the MEIA region. With 2 production facilities, 5 warehouses and more than 450 employees, we aim to further strengthen Jotun’s position in Saudi Arabia through ambitious market growth plans that focus on innovation, efficiency and profitability.

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Jotun’s company culture welcomes and values differences in people. Our more than 10,200 employees on all continents represent 90 nationalities, four generations and diversity of professions, gender, abilities, ethnicities, beliefs, cultures etc. We are committed to represent the societies we operate in, promoting equality, equity and zero-tolerance for discrimination.

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