MEP Engineer - Railway Projects

Job Description

Job Title: MEP Engineer
Sector: Facility Management
Department: Facilities Management
Immediate Supervisor: Head of Facilities & Business Development
Project: GDC – Assigned Facilities / Projects
Location: Jeddah
The MEP Engineer is responsible for the technical oversight, operation, inspection, maintenance, and performance of electromechanical systems across GDC-managed facilities and projects. The role covers HVAC, electrical, plumbing and drainage, firefighting and fire alarm systems, Building Management Systems (BMS), and low-current systems.The position ensures effective asset management, preventive and corrective maintenance, technical compliance, subcontractor performance, cost control, and accurate maintenance documentation. The MEP Engineer will prepare technical and operational reports for the Head Office in Jeddah and support budgeting, project estimation, procurement, resource planning, and continuous improvement initiatives.2. Main Duties and ResponsibilitiesA. MEP Operations and Maintenance
Supervise the operation, inspection, preventive maintenance (PPM), corrective maintenance, and breakdown response of MEP systems.
Conduct regular site inspections to identify defects, operational risks, and non-compliance issues.
Monitor HVAC, electrical, plumbing, drainage, firefighting, fire alarm, BMS, and low-current systems.
Develop maintenance plans, checklists, SOPs, method statements, and work instructions.
Investigate recurring breakdowns and recommend corrective and preventive actions.
B. Asset Management and Technical Documentation
Develop and maintain a comprehensive asset register covering equipment specifications, locations, asset IDs, criticality, warranties, and maintenance history.
Conduct asset-condition surveys and prepare technical assessments, defect lists, and prioritised remedial-work plans.
Maintain accurate records of work orders, inspections, breakdowns, spare parts, and asset history through CMMS/CAFM systems.
Maintain technical documentation, including approved drawings, O&M manuals, equipment data sheets, warranties, test certificates, and commissioning records.
C. Subcontractor and Service Provider Management
Monitor subcontractors and specialist service providers to ensure compliance with approved scopes, quality standards, safety requirements, and response times.
Review service reports, maintenance records, completion evidence, and work quality.
Verify completed works and recommend invoices for approval based on contractual scope and actual performance.
Coordinate with facility teams, clients, consultants, suppliers, and specialist contractors to minimise operational disruption.
D. Technical Review, Estimation and Project Support
Review technical proposals, BOQs, drawings, specifications, quotations, material submittals, and method statements.
Prepare scopes of work, BOQs, technical specifications, and RFQ/tender documents for maintenance, refurbishment, replacement, and improvement projects.
Estimate project costs, manpower, materials, equipment, subcontracting requirements, and project duration.
Conduct site surveys and provide technical inputs for new FM opportunities, tender submissions, and proposed projects.
Verify testing, commissioning, functional performance, and handover documentation for new installations and refurbishment works.
E. Budgeting, Procurement and Cost Control
Support annual maintenance budgets, operating-cost forecasts, lifecycle replacement plans, and cost-control initiatives.
Coordinate with procurement and suppliers to obtain quotations and assess technical suitability.
Compare alternative materials, equipment, and service proposals to identify cost-effective solutions without compromising safety or performance.
Identify opportunities for energy efficiency, reliability improvement, and value engineering.
F. Reporting and Stakeholder Coordination
Submit periodic reports to the Head Office in Jeddah covering asset condition, PPM completion, breakdowns, outstanding work orders, subcontractor performance, costs, risks, and recommendations.
Escalate critical defects, major breakdowns, safety risks, statutory-compliance issues, and budget or schedule deviations promptly.
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Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• Saudi Council of Engineers (SCE) registration as required for the role and professional classification.
• Additional FM, MEP, maintenance management, or project-related certifications are an advantage.
• 4. Experience
• Minimum 5–8 years of relevant experience in MEP engineering, building services, or facilities management.
• Practical experience in MEP operations, maintenance planning, asset management, condition surveys, and technical reporting.
• Experience in BOQs, cost estimation, subcontractor supervision, technical evaluations, and project coordination.
• Familiarity with CMMS/CAFM systems and maintenance documentation.
• 5. Technical Skills
• Working knowledge of HVAC, electrical systems, plumbing and drainage, firefighting and fire alarm systems, BMS, and low-current systems.
• Ability to review engineering drawings, technical submittals, quotations, specifications, and scopes of work.
• Knowledge of PPM scheduling, asset lifecycle management, maintenance procedures, and troubleshooting.
• Familiarity with applicable Saudi regulations, HSE requirements, and relevant engineering standards.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and technical reporting; experience with CMMS/CAFM platforms is preferred.
• 6. Language Requirements
• Fluent in English, with strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Arabic language proficiency is preferred.
• 7. Core Competencies
• Strong technical troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Analytical thinking and attention to detail.
• Planning, organisation, and time management.
• Effective communication and professional report writing.
• Ability to coordinate technicians, subcontractors, suppliers, and stakeholders.
• Cost awareness, resource planning, and commercial understanding.
• Accountability, safety awareness, and commitment to service quality.
• Ability to work independently and manage competing operational priorities.
• 8. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
• Preventive maintenance completion rate.
• Reduction in recurring breakdowns and reactive maintenance.
• Timely closure of maintenance work orders.
• Accuracy and completeness of asset registers and technical records.
• Subcontractor performance and compliance with service-level agreements.
• Maintenance budget adherence and cost-control performance.
• Timeliness and accuracy of technical and operational reports.
• Compliance with HSE requirements and statutory inspections.
• Timely completion and proper documentation of projects and handovers.

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