Maintenance Planner (Saudi Arabia)

We are looking for a Maintenance Planner for a prestigious opportunity in the Oil & Gas sector in Saudi Arabia. As a Maintenance Planner, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the efficient operation and reliability of equipment through effective maintenance planning and scheduling.

Your expertise will contribute to minimizing downtime and optimizing the maintenance processes, ensuring adherence to the highest safety standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan, schedule, and coordinate maintenance and shutdown activities.
• Develop detailed job plans, resource allocation, and timelines.
• Ensure maintenance plans align with operational and safety standards.
• Utilize SAP or equivalent ERP systems for maintenance planning and reporting.
• Collaborate with operations, maintenance, and procurement teams to ensure smooth execution.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering (or related diploma).
• Certification in Planning and Scheduling (CPSP or equivalent).
• Proven experience in maintenance and shutdown planning.
• Proficiency in SAP or similar ERP systems.
• Experience in oil & gas or petrochemical industries preferred.
• Strong MS Office skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Good knowledge of data analytics tools (Power BI, Tableau) is an advantage.
• Fluent in English; Arabic is a plus.
• Willing to work rotating shifts, including nights and weekends.

Key Skills:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.