Mechanical Systems Technician
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The role in plain words
This role involves performing preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on rotating mechanical equipment such as pumps, compressors, blowers, and engines. Day-to-day duties include troubleshooting mechanical issues, supporting overhauls and planned shutdowns, and updating maintenance records in the CMMS. You will also execute hazardous energy isolation and ensure all work adheres to strict safety and engineering standards.
- Minimum 3+ years of hands-on experience with rotating equipment maintenance
- Technical ability working with pumps, compressors, engines, hydraulics, mechanical seals, and precision alignment
- Understanding of mechanical drawings, PIDs, tolerances, and precision maintenance techniques
- English skills (read, speak, write)
- Technical certification or diploma in Mechanics
- Experience in turbine maintenance (gas turbines or micro-turbines)
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Who this suits
This role suits individuals with a technical diploma in mechanics and at least 3 years of hands-on experience maintaining rotating equipment in industrial settings like oil & gas or petrochemicals. It is less ideal for those seeking remote work or those without experience handling machinery alignment, mechanical seals, and diagnostics.
Full job description
Original listing · kept for referenceAbout The Role
This Mechanical Systems Technician is responsible for ensuring the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of rotating and mechanical equipment across the facility. The successful candidate will support preventive and corrective maintenance activities, contribute to equipment integrity programs, and uphold high standards of safety and operational excellence.
Key Responsibilities
Maintenance & Technical Execution
• Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on rotating equipment such as Pumps, Compressors, Blowers, Engines, gearboxes, and related mechanical systems
• Troubleshoot mechanical issues using diagnostic tools, vibration analysis, and equipment history
• Support overhauls, breakdowns, and planned shutdown activities
• Ensure all work is performed according to engineering drawings, OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) manuals, and maintenance procedures
• Identify recurring mechanical problems and recommend long‑term solutions
Safety & Compliance
• Execute maintenance work in strict compliance with safety procedures MOC (Management of change), JRA (Job Risk Analyses), Control of Work, Start Work Checks
• Participate in toolbox talks and actively contribute to a safe working environment
• Maintain accurate records of inspections, repairs, and compliance checks
• Ensure proper hazardous energy isolation and safe work practices
Project & Integrity Support
• Assist with mechanical scopes of projects, upgrades
• Support asset integrity programs including vibration monitoring, lubrication management, and equipment condition assessment
• Participate in commissioning and start-up of new rotating equipment
• Collaborate with inspection teams on mechanical integrity and equipment health assessments
Collaboration with Supply Chain
• Identify required spare parts and support procurement of mechanical components and consumables
• Ensure proper storage and preservation of spare parts
• Assist with coordination of specialized vendors and third‑party maintenance services
Maintenance Planning & CMMS
• Provide feedback to planners and CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System) superusers for scheduling improvement
• Update CMMS with detailed work order information
• Support continuous improvement of job plans, procedures, and maintenance strategies
• Ensure maintenance frequencies follow regulatory, and reliability best practices
Team Contribution & Performance
• Collaborate effectively with technicians, engineers, and operations staff
• Support reliability initiatives and root cause failure analysis (RCFA)
• Maintain strong preventive maintenance discipline to minimize unplanned shutdowns
Knowledge, Skills, And Experience
• Minimum 3+ years of hands‑on experience with rotating equipment maintenance, preferably in the heavy vehicle, oil & gas, petrochemical, or industrial sector
• Proven technical ability working with pumps, compressors, engines, hydraulics, mechanical seals, and precision alignment
• Strong understanding of mechanical drawings, PID’s, tolerances, and precision maintenance techniques
• English skills — must be able to read, speak, and write
• Good interpersonal communication and teamwork abilities
• High attention to detail, strong safety mindset, and ability to work independently
• Technical certification or diploma in Mechanics
• Experience in turbine maintenance experience (gas turbines or micro‑turbines) is a strong advantage
Working Conditions
• Position based in Israel at Ashdod Onshore Terminal
• May require overtime or call‑out duties based on operational needs
• Reports to the Maintenance Supervisor / Mechanical Lead
Questions about this role
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- Minimum 3+ years of hands-on experience with rotating equipment maintenance, Technical ability working with pumps, compressors, engines, hydraulics, mechanical seals, and precision alignment, Understanding of mechanical drawings, PIDs, tolerances, and precision maintenance techniques, English skills (read, speak, write), Technical certification or diploma in Mechanics