Mechanical Maintenance Supervisor - National Care Company (NCC)

About the Company

National Care Company (NCC) is a premier manufacturing firm in Saudi Arabia, dedicated to delivering high-quality cleaning solutions across various sectors. With a workforce of over 5,000, NCC is committed to excellence, innovation, and sustainability, making it a trusted partner in households, industries, and veterinary practices nationwide.

About the Role

Execute hands-on mechanical maintenance activities while actively creating and refining maintenance programs and standards. Ensure the reliability, availability, and efficiency of mechanical equipment and systems at an optimal cost. Lead, train, and coach a dedicated team of technicians at the shopfloor level to foster a culture of continuous improvement, safety, and quality.

Responsibilities

Execute predictive, preventive, and reactive maintenance activities directly on the shopfloor.Develop, create, and implement annual preventive maintenance plans, standards, and work instructions.Plan and coordinate the installation, testing, and commissioning of new mechanical systems.Supervise and monitor the performance of mechanical technicians during daily operations.Review work orders, determine maintenance priorities, and allocate manpower effectively.Coordinate with Operations to ensure uninterrupted production activities and minimize downtime.Coach and train technicians to build autonomy in the execution of key standard routines, troubleshooting, and repair.Ensure proper development of maintenance personnel by addressing individual competence gaps.Support new team members through direct feedback and hands-on mentoring.Analyze equipment failures and operational losses to recommend and implement defined countermeasures.Identify opportunities to improve equipment reliability, supporting continuous improvement initiatives and root cause analysis.Leverage digital tools and predictive maintenance analytics to optimize asset performance.Perform safety risk analysis to ensure all activities are executed safely.Conduct safety inspections before maintenance activities and enforce proper use of PPE and LOTO standards.Promote a safe working environment, report hazards promptly, and adhere to all Company principles and local laws.

Qualifications

Diploma in Mechanical Engineering or relevant technical qualification.Minimum 15 years of relevant industrial maintenance experience with proven hands-on capabilities.Previous supervisory or team leadership experience of at least 5 years at the shopfloor level.Proven experience working with continuous production process environments, specifically powder detergent manufacturing operations (crutcher slurry preparation, spray drying towers, fluid bed dryers, air-lift conveying, post-addition dosing, and packaging systems).Job Specific Skills:Continuous Process Plant Maintenance: Expertise in maintaining continuous high-volume production equipment, including slurry pumps, high-pressure plunger pumps, spray drying tower nozzles, rotary valves, fans, blowers, and air handling systems.Fabrication & Machining: Hands-on experience operating conventional lathe machines, milling, drilling, and grinding tools for shaft repairs, bushing manufacturing, and custom component fabrication within precise tolerances.Welding & Metal Fabrication: Proficiency in structural and piping repairs using SMAW (Arc), TIG, MIG, and oxy-acetylene cutting techniques, with emphasis on stainless steel and mild steel applications.Static & Rotating Equipment Overhaul: Comprehensive hands-on overhaul and precision alignment (laser/dial indicator) of gearboxes, compressors, industrial pumps, conveyor systems, and boilers.Maintenance Strategy & PM Development: Advanced skill in designing, building, and refining Preventive Maintenance (PM) schedules, standard work instructions, and maintenance routines for plant machinery.Troubleshooting & Root Cause Analysis (RCA): Strong ability to diagnose mechanical failures, apply RCA methodologies (e.g., 5-Why, Fishbone), and implement permanent countermeasures to prevent repeat breakdowns.Digital Tools & Systems: Competency in using Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS/AMM) for work order management, spare parts tracking, and predictive maintenance analytics.Language: Fluency in English.