4 Maintenance Engineer jobs in Oman

This role is for one of Weekday's clients
Salary range: Rs 4000 - Rs 8000 (ie INR 4-8 LPA)
Min Experience: 2 years
Location: Sohar
JobType: full-time

About the Company:
We are a leading manufacturer in the Quartz / Artificial Stone / Engineered Stone industry, operating high-performance plants equipped with advanced machinery such as HR Meze and KEDA . As we continue to scale our operations, we are looking to hire a skilled and proactive Mechanical and Electrical Maintenance Engineer to ensure smooth functioning of plant equipment and minimal production downtime.

Role Overview:
The Maintenance Engineer will be responsible for the upkeep, troubleshooting, and repair of mechanical and electrical systems across the plant. This includes preventive and reactive maintenance of key equipment, ranging from grinders, gearboxes, hydraulic and pneumatic systems , to quartz ovens, press machines, polishing units , and EOT cranes . You will play a vital role in supporting production efficiency and safety through effective engineering practices.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform routine and preventive maintenance of both mechanical and electrical machinery within the plant.
• Handle repair and overhauling of mechanical components including gearboxes , pumps , hydraulic/pneumatic systems , and press/polishing machines .
• Execute electrical maintenance tasks including fault diagnosis, circuit inspection, and replacement of faulty components in quartz plant equipment.
• Conduct arc welding , gas cutting , and fabrication tasks as needed for machine repairs or structural adjustments.
• Ensure proper lubrication and greasing of machines on scheduled intervals to avoid wear and tear.
• Maintain and repair EOT cranes , drilling machines , bench rollers , and other utility machines within the factory premises.
• Monitor performance and health of key machinery including Quartz Oven , Press Machine , and Polishing Machine .
• Respond quickly to breakdowns, assess root cause, and implement corrective measures to minimize downtime.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, parts usage, and service schedules.
• Follow all safety protocols , ensure lock-out/tag-out procedures are adhered to during electrical repairs and high-risk maintenance work.
• Coordinate with production and plant management teams to prioritize tasks based on urgency and production requirements.

Key Skills & Qualifications:

• Diploma or Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering .
• 2-3 years of hands-on experience in a manufacturing or industrial maintenance environment, preferably in Quartz / Artificial Stone / Engineered Stone industries.
• Proficiency in handling tools and machinery such as hand grinders , gearboxes , hydraulic and pneumatic systems , pumps , quartz ovens , and press/polishing machines .
• Strong working knowledge of mechanical and electrical fault diagnosis .
• Experience with arc welding , gas cutting , and machine greasing.
• Ability to interpret machine manuals, engineering drawings, and maintenance guidelines.
• Sound knowledge of industrial safety standards and best practices.

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To manage the timely and effective maintenance of electrical equipment to ensure trouble free and minimum down time, as well as ensure the availability of necessary tools and materials required to fix equipment in normal and / or emergency situations and manage the carrying out of all maintenance electrical works, overhaul and repair of all electrical equipment in a timely, efficient and safe manner, while ensuring all safety measures are accounted for and followed by all related parties.

ACCOUNTABILITIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Contribute to the development of sectional strategy as cascaded down from the departmental strategy and oversee its implementation throughout the section and its operations, to ensure vertical alignment and horizontal integration with other interfacing departmental strategies across Marafiq.

2.People Management

Manage the section team of direct and indirect reports through effective recruitment, development, performance management, and succession planning, in order to maximize team performance and achieve sectional objectives.

3.Operational Management

Manage the section’s daily operations by providing expertise, enabling teamwork, and aligning processes, in order to achieve high performance standards and meet established targets.

Prepare, maintain, and improve standing and work instructions in own area of responsibility.

Examine the time sheet and arrange and look over the overtime works in the Electrical section to ensure their necessity.

Assist in checking the Vendors’ Quotation Evaluation prior to the initiation of the purchase orders.

4.Budget Management

Contribute to the development and consolidation of the sectional budget and monitor the section’s financial performance versus the budget, to ensure the exercising of financial authority within established limits and the control of sectional budget expenditure.

5.Overseeing Execution of Actions

Manage and supervise the assigned tasks in the Electrical section and store at the power plant and supervise the proper implementation of the maintenance program for plant equipment, machinery, and related facilities.

6.Forecasting Resources

Forecast and procure spare parts, tools, services, and other resources required by the Power Station in own area of responsibility against the annual budget.

7.Review & Assessment

Follow-up, review, assess, and develop the Operation Readiness Plan (ORP) and the Business Management System (BMS).

Check the feedback received regarding the Maintenance Management System and provide feedback to the related stakeholders.

8.Electrical Maintenance

Plan and supervise predictive, preventive, and corrective Electrical maintenance work as well as troubleshooting according to guidelines of the Maintenance Manager.

9.Safety Measures

Supervise and maintain the process control and facilities safety protection system with EHS supervisor, for example, Fire Alarm and Protection Systems according to safety standards.

Prepare the Electrical Isolation/De-Isolation procedure to ensure safety at work.

Contribute to the development and manage the communication and implementation of the section’s policies and procedures to ensure that all relevant procedural and legislative requirements are clearly communicated and duly fulfilled.

11.Health, Safety & Quality

Contribute to the management of sectional compliance to all relevant health, safety, and quality requirements, in order to guarantee employee safety and legislative compliance.

Contribute to the identification of opportunities for continuous improvement of systems, processes and practices taking into account ‘leading best practices’, improvement of business processes, cost reduction and productivity improvement.

COMMUNICATION CHANNELS

Internal

• Maintenance Manager
• Electrical Maintenance Team
• Maintenance Team
• Operations Team

External

• Contractors

Educational & Professional Qualifications and Experience

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering from a recognized University or equivalent combination of technical training and experience.
• Proficiency in English is a must, Arabic is a plus.
• 5 to 8 years of direct and relevant experience as Electrical Maintenance Engineer

Experience in using methods and techniques of maintaining and repairing power plant equipment, machinery, and related facilities.

*Only candidates selected to advance to the next stages of the assessment will be contacted*

• Seniority level Mid-Senior level

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Other
• Industries Utilities

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Full time | DOROOB HR CONSULTING | Sultanate of Oman

Posted On 05/02/2025

One of the well-known Polytechnic colleges & Training centres in Oman is looking to hire the following:

Position:

Mechanical Maintenance Instructor

Males only.

Contract: 6 Months.

Language Requirement: Arabic / English.

1. Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
2. Previous experience as a mechanical maintenance instructor or trainer for 3 years.
3. Proficiency with modern mechanical maintenance tools and technologies.
4. Strong understanding of industry safety standards and regulations.
5. Excellent communication and presentation skills.
6. Experience with online learning platforms and digital teaching tools.
7. 5+ years of practical industrial experience in mechanical maintenance.
8. Strong technical knowledge of mechanical systems and maintenance procedures.
9. Teaching or instructional experience, preferably in a technical field.
10. Ability to develop and deliver comprehensive training programs.
11. Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
12. Proficiency with Microsoft Office, AutoCAD and other relevant software.