Operation and Maintenance Engineer

The Role

We are seeking a dedicated Operation and Maintenance Engineer to ensure the efficient operation and upkeep of our water facilities in Saudi Arabia. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in maintaining system reliability, optimizing performance, and implementing preventive m...

The Role
We are seeking a dedicated Operation and Maintenance Engineer to ensure the efficient operation and upkeep of our water facilities in Saudi Arabia. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in maintaining system reliability, optimizing performance, and implementing preventive maintenance strategies to support our mission of delivering clean and safe water. Responsibilities: - Oversee the daily operation and maintenance of water treatment and distribution systems. - Conduct regular inspections, troubleshoot equipment issues, and implement corrective actions promptly. - Develop and execute preventive maintenance schedules to minimize downtime and extend equipment lifespan. - Coordinate with vendors and contractors for repairs, upgrades, and installation of new equipment. - Ensure compliance with local regulations, safety standards, and environmental guidelines. - Maintain detailed records of maintenance activities, operational data, and reports for management review. - Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve operational efficiency and implement innovative solutions.

Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Civil Engineering, or a related field. - Proven experience in operation and maintenance within the water industry or similar sectors. - Strong knowledge of water treatment processes, mechanical and electrical systems, and maintenance practices. - Ability to troubleshoot complex technical problems and provide effective solutions. - Familiarity with relevant local regulations and safety standards in Saudi Arabia. - Excellent communication and teamwork skills, with a proactive and detail-oriented approach. - Willingness to work in shifts and respond to emergency call-outs as needed.

About the company
Veolia is the worlds largest environmental services company. For over 160 years, Veolia has provided public and private sectors with Water, Energy and Waste Management solutions and services which are vital to human development and sustainable growth. With over 200,000 employees on five continents, Veolia designs practical solutions for the management (operation, treatment, distribution and/or supply) of Water, Waste and Energy. Through these three complementary activities, Veolia helps to develop access to resources, to preserve available resources and to renew them. Veolia Group achieved revenues of EUR 28.5billion in 2021. (In 2020) the Veolia Group served 95mn inhabitants with drinking water, 62mn with sanitation, produced nearly 43mn MWH of energy, and recycled 47mn tonnes of waste. Veolia aims to become the benchmark company for ecological transformation. Our goal is to build a better 21st century. We therefore see ourselves as #resourcers. VEOLIA IN THE NEAR & MIDDLE EAST Veolia has operated in the Middle East for over 30 years, providing innovative and sustainable water & waste services to industries, governments & communities, retail and commercial businesses. Veolia has more than 3,000 employees in the Near & Middle East and a strong regional network of ~12 offices in the UAE, Oman, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Bahrain, Kuwait, Jordan, Lebanon, and Turkey. Veolia currently has over 6,000 project references of work delivered in the region, and continues to develop new projects through public-private partnerships and innovative contractual schemes.