Summary
Arabian Drilling Company is recruiting for its Chief Mechanic talent pool for a field or rig location in Dhahran, Saudi Arabia. The role oversees equipment maintenance, diagnoses and repairs mechanical issues, manages parts ordering, and administers the preventive maintenance system. Candidates should have at least 10 years of onshore and offshore drilling operations experience, including 3 years as a Chief Mechanic, and experience leading a mechanical maintenance team. A Diploma in Mechanical Engineering is required.
The posting
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Job Location
Field / Rig
Reports to
Rig Superintendent
Job Purpose
The Chief Mechanic is responsible for ensuring the smooth operation and optimal performance of all equipment by directing maintenance activities, troubleshooting mechanical issues, and implementing preventative maintenance programs. This focus on maximizing equipment uptime and safety extends to reporting directly to the Preventive Maintenance Manager, performing duties in mechanical equipment maintenance and repair, parts ordering, and administering the preventative maintenance system (PMS).
Key Tasks & Responsibilities
- Mechanical Operations & Maintenance
- Mechanical Operations & Maintenance 2
- Inventory & Financial Management
- Documentation & Communication
- Safety, Quality & Compliance:
- Team Leadership & Development
- Team Leadership & Development 2
Total Years of Experience (Minimum)
· 10 years in onshore and offshore drilling operations. 3 Years of experience as a Chief Mechanic
Relevant Experience
- Should have previous experience and direct exposure to rig drilling equipment.
- Demonstrated experience leading and motivating a mechanical maintenance team.
- Extensive experience diagnosing and repairing complex mechanical problems on drilling rigs.
- Proven ability to develop and implement preventative maintenance programs.
- Strong understanding of safety regulations and procedures in the oil and gas industry.
Education / Qualifications
Diploma in Mechanical Engineering
General Guideline and Disclaimer
The employee must adhere to all applicable policies, processes, procedures, instructions, and controls, so that work is carried out in a consistent, best-in-class, safe, secure, and sustainable manner. The preceding job description is only a summary of the typical nature and level of the job, not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. The Company, at its sole discretion, reserves the right to modify the job description at any time and to assign the employee additional tasks and responsibilities as needed.