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Mechanical Engineer

Mechanical Engineer

Kintec Recruitment LimitedBawshar, Muscat, Oman
2 days ago
Job description

Job Title : Mechanical Engineer - LNG Maintenance Projects

Location : Muscat, Oman (with visits to Sohar)

Assignment Type : Resident, 5 days / week

Contract Duration : 12 months (renewable)

Start Date : ASAP

Overview :

A leading international energy company is seeking a skilled Mechanical Engineer to join the maintenance and inspection team for a major LNG bunkering development project in Oman. This position plays a key role in delivering best-in-class mechanical support to ensure operational reliability and performance across both project and operational phases.

Key Responsibilities

Project Phase :

  • Oversee maintenance and inspection engineering (MIE) activities for rotating / static equipment and lifting systems
  • Develop and validate maintenance plans for mechanical systems
  • Contribute to pre-commissioning, commissioning, and startup planning
  • Prepare scopes of work and support tendering for mechanical maintenance contracts
  • Ensure MIE deliverables comply with regulations and best practices
  • Participate in design reviews, spare part strategies, and tooling requirements
  • Work closely with digital tool teams to support predictive maintenance (CBM) deployment
  • Review engineering documents for use by operations and maintenance personnel
  • Set up asset readiness including CMIMS population, spares cataloguing, and vendor support
  • Define technical training requirements and mentor junior staff

Operational Phase :

  • Act as the technical authority for mechanical equipment during plant operations
  • Lead execution of preventive, condition-based, and corrective maintenance
  • Manage mechanical maintenance contractors and track performance against KPIs
  • Define and implement long-term maintenance strategies and obsolescence planning
  • Monitor compliance with Safety Critical Elements (SECE) and regulatory frameworks
  • Drive improvements in plant availability, reliability, and cost optimisation
  • Support internal audits and contribute to HSE leadership in maintenance
  • Required Qualifications & Experience :

  • Engineering Degree (or Master's) in Mechanical Engineering
  • 10+ years of experience in mechanical maintenance within LNG or Oil & Gas sector
  • 5+ years in field operations, 3+ years in a supervisory role
  • Strong experience with CMIMS systems (SAP MM / PM preferred)
  • Proven record in resource planning, vendor coordination, and cost control
  • Fluent in English; Arabic is a plus
  • Key Competencies :

  • Mechanical and static equipment expertise (4 / 4)
  • CMIMS systems, SAP MM / PM (4 / 4)
  • Maintenance & inspection engineering (4 / 4)
  • Leadership & contractor management (4 / 4)
  • Budgeting, KPI reporting, and performance tracking
  • Excellent communication, time management, and cross-functional teamwork
  • Other Info :

  • Must be authorised to work in Oman or eligible for visa sponsorship
  • Must be open to site travel (Muscat / Sohar) as required
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