Electrical Technician

About the Role

Embark on a rewarding career with one of the world’s leading food companies, MBRF, where internal talent growth is highly valued. This role involves ensuring the dependable and safe functionality of electrical and control systems through maintenance and troubleshooting within a food production setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform preventive, corrective, and scheduled maintenance to guarantee safe, reliable, and efficient electrical and control system operations.
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical components, including power circuits, control circuits, motors, automation systems, and other production equipment.
• Respond promptly to electrical breakdowns, identify root causes, and implement measures to reduce downtime and enhance equipment performance.
• Inspect equipment to determine maintenance requirements and assist with overhaul, preventive maintenance, and spare parts planning.
• Document equipment issues, maintenance activities, and work orders precisely in SAP.
• Collaborate with Production, Maintenance, suppliers, and Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) on technical problems, repairs, and continuous improvement projects.
• Contribute to improvement initiatives using Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and help resolve recurring technical problems.
• Adhere strictly to HSE, food safety, HACCP, GMP, 5S, Food Defense, and company safety standards during all maintenance activities.

Candidate Profile

• Possess a diploma of at least two years in Electrical Technology, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• Have 2 to 3 years of practical experience in electrical and control maintenance, preferably within the Food/FMCG sector.
• Demonstrate strong knowledge and hands-on experience with electrical controls, power and control circuits, motors, and automation systems.
• Be able to read and interpret electrical and engineering drawings, including P&IDs and relevant technical diagrams; knowledgeable about electrical codes and standards.
• Familiar with high voltage (HV) and low voltage (LV) systems, food manufacturing, and safety practices; experience with SAP, MS Office, RCA, PDCA, and 5S methodologies is a plus.
• Possess business-level proficiency in English.
• Currently located in or willing to relocate to Jeddah, with flexibility to commute to the factory site.

Key Competencies

• Strong troubleshooting and analytical thinking abilities coupled with practical problem-solving skills.
• Attention to detail with a commitment to safety and quality standards.
• Good communication, teamwork, and organizational capabilities.
• Ability to effectively work with diverse teams, suppliers, and stakeholders in a multicultural environment.
• Flexible regarding working hours and willing to support various maintenance areas as needed.

What MBRF Offers

• An engaging, dynamic, and collaborative global work environment.
• A robust corporate culture dedicated to clients, employees, and environmental responsibility.
• Opportunities for vertical, horizontal, and cross-functional career advancement.
• A competitive salary and benefits package.