Mechanical Maintenance Technician – Power Plant

About the role

The Mechanical Maintenance Technician ensures the reliable operation of mechanical equipment in a thermal power generation plant. You will perform preventive, corrective and breakdown maintenance on a wide range of systems, minimizing downtime and supporting continuous production.

Key responsibilities

• Carry out repairs and maintenance on mechanical equipment, including gas turbines, steam turbines, waste‑heat boilers and balance‑of‑plant (BOP) assets.
• Perform preventive, corrective and on‑call breakdown interventions with minimal supervision.
• Direct contract labour to follow agreed maintenance plans.
• Monitor recurring failures, propose and implement corrective actions.
• Adhere to EHS standards and plant operating procedures to ensure a safe workplace.

Required profile

• Diploma in Mechanical Engineering (5 years experience) or Craft/Trade certificate (8 years experience) in a thermal power plant.
• Hands‑on experience with GE Frame 9E/9FA gas turbines, steam turbines, waste‑heat boilers, desalination and other BOP equipment.
• Good command of written and spoken English.
• Ability to work shifts and in a multicultural environment.

Required skills

• Mechanical maintenance tools
• PC/computer literacy
• GE Frame 9E/9FA gas turbines
• Steam turbines
• Waste‑heat boilers
• Compressors, pumps, cooling towers
• Reverse osmosis plant equipment