Engineering Manager

About Almarai

Established in 1977, Almarai stands as the world’s largest integrated dairy company and a leading food and beverage manufacturer and distributor in the MENA region. Headquartered in Riyadh, it is the top FMCG brand across GCC, Egypt, and Jordan, delivering nutritious products for over five decades under the guiding motto: “Quality you can trust.”

Its diverse product lineup spans dairy, juices, baked goods, poultry, infant formula, dates, fish, seafood, and bottled water sold under more than 20 brands including Almarai, L’usine, 7DAYS, Nuralac, and Premier Chef. The company employs over 43,000 staff across GCC, Egypt, and Jordan, with 2025 revenues of SAR 22 billion and net income of SAR 2.4 billion.

Role Overview

This position entails overseeing the Manufacturing Engineering Group, acting fully when the Senior Engineering Manager is absent.

• Plan and execute preventative maintenance on all plant and equipment to fulfill manufacturing and process demands.
• Support project planning and implementation ensuring timelines and specifications are met.
• Develop and implement initiatives promoting a safety-focused culture within the engineering department.
• Maintain adherence to quality procedures and standards in manufacturing engineering functions.
• Achieve the department’s agreed performance targets; identify skill gaps; and build staff capabilities to support future business growth.

Candidate Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or electrical engineering.
• Minimum of 5 years practical experience managing facility operations.
• Proven expertise in building maintenance or MEP systems, along with deep technical understanding of critical facility systems.
• Experience conducting health, safety, and quality audits specifically in the food or dairy industry.
• Previous work within the dairy or food production sector is mandatory.
• Capability to manage a large workforce effectively.
• Strong English communication skills, both spoken and written.

Compensation and Benefits

Almarai provides an attractive compensation package including competitive salary, ample leave, medical coverage, discretionary bonuses, and opportunities for training and growth. This is an excellent chance to join a thriving global corporation offering rewarding remuneration and benefits.