Mechanical Technician Jobs in Oman at OTTCO

Mechanical Technician Jobs in Oman at OTTCO. OTTCO is hiring a Mechanical Technician to perform preventive, corrective, and predictive maintenance activities across its terminals in Duqm and Ras Markaz. The successful candidate will support the reliability and safe operation of mechanical equipment including pumps, compressors, valves, pipelines, tanks, HVAC systems, and other rotating and static machinery.

The role requires hands-on mechanical maintenance experience within oil & gas, refinery, petrochemical, or heavy industrial environments.

Employer: Oman Tank Terminal Co. (OTTCO)
Job Title: Mechanical Technician
Location: Duqm / Ras Markaz, Oman
Department: Maintenance & Operations Department
Employment Type: Full-Time
Industry: Oil & Gas / Tank Terminals / Industrial Maintenance

About Oman Tank Terminal Co. (OTTCO)

Oman Tank Terminal Co. (OTTCO) is a leading energy infrastructure company in Oman, operating strategic storage terminal facilities. The company focuses on safe, reliable, and efficient terminal operations through strong asset integrity, advanced maintenance practices, and commitment to international HSE standards.

Key Responsibilities

Mechanical Operations & Maintenance

• Perform preventive, corrective, and predictive maintenance on mechanical equipment, including:
  • Pumps
  • Compressors
  • Gearboxes
  • Valves
  • Piping systems
  • Pressure vessels
  • Rotating and static equipment
• Dismantle, inspect, repair, and assemble mechanical equipment during planned and emergency maintenance activities.
• Conduct equipment alignment, balancing, lubrication, and vibration monitoring.
• Assist with troubleshooting mechanical failures and identify root causes with support from the Mechanical Supervisor.
• Perform routine inspections to identify:
  • Leaks
  • Abnormal vibration
  • Noise
  • Wear and equipment defects
• Support inspection and maintenance activities for:
  • Storage tanks
  • Heat exchangers
  • Pipelines
  • HVAC systems
• Perform mechanical isolation, tagging, and equipment reinstatement according to Permit-to-Work (PTW) procedures.
• Update maintenance records, job cards, inspection reports, and work completion details in CMMS systems such as SAP/Maximo.
• Participate in equipment start-up, shutdown, and major overhaul activities.

Project & Technical Support

• Assist with installation, commissioning, and modification of mechanical equipment.
• Support contractor inspections and verify quality of mechanical works.
• Ensure mechanical installations comply with:
  • API standards
  • ASME requirements
  • ASTM specifications
  • ISO standards
• Provide feedback on equipment condition and recommend reliability improvements.

Health, Safety & Compliance

• Follow OTTCO HSE policies, PTW systems, and mechanical isolation procedures.
• Conduct toolbox talks and ensure correct use of:
  • PPE
  • Tools
  • Lifting equipment
• Identify and report unsafe conditions, hazards, and potential risks.
• Maintain workshops, pump stations, and maintenance areas in a clean and safe condition.
• Perform lifting, rigging, and confined space activities according to approved safety procedures.
• Participate in emergency drills and safety improvement initiatives.

Teamwork & Coordination

• Coordinate with Electrical, Instrumentation, and Operations teams for maintenance activities.
• Support supervisors during:
  • Shutdowns
  • Turnarounds
  • Major equipment overhauls
• Assist in training and guiding junior technicians and contractors.
• Participate in maintenance meetings and improvement programs.

Documentation & Reporting

• Record daily maintenance activities, equipment readings, and inspection results.
• Maintain:
  • Equipment history records
  • Lubrication charts
  • Spare parts usage records
• Report equipment defects, material shortages, and maintenance requirements.
• Support preparation of maintenance reports, failure analysis documents, and spare parts lists.

Continuous Improvement

• Recommend improvements to maintenance procedures and job plans.
• Participate in Root Cause Analysis (RCA) for recurring equipment failures.
• Support reliability improvement programs and operational excellence initiatives.
• Identify opportunities for cost savings through improved maintenance practices.
• Perform additional duties assigned by management.

Qualifications & Requirements

Education

• Diploma or National Vocational Qualification (NVQ) in:
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Industrial Maintenance
  • Related technical field

Experience

• Minimum 5+ years of hands-on mechanical maintenance experience in:
  • Oil & gas terminals
  • Refineries
  • Petrochemical plants
  • Heavy industrial facilities
• Experience maintaining:
  • Centrifugal pumps
  • Positive displacement pumps
  • Compressors
  • Valves
  • Gearboxes
  • Mechanical seals
  • Piping systems
• Experience with leak repairs, hydrotesting, tanks, pressure vessels, exchangers, and HVAC systems.
• Knowledge of international standards:
  • API 610
  • API 650
  • API 682
  • ASME
  • ASTM

Technical Skills

• Skilled in dismantling, assembling, and aligning rotating machinery.
• Ability to use precision tools including:
  • Dial gauges
  • Micrometers
  • Torque wrenches
• Ability to read:
  • Mechanical drawings
  • P&IDs
  • Equipment manuals
• Knowledge of:
  • Lubrication practices
  • Material compatibility
  • Corrosion prevention
  • Failure analysis
• Familiarity with safe rigging, lifting, and confined space procedures.

Preferred Certifications

• Mechanical Maintenance / Rotating Equipment Maintenance certification.
• NEBOSH or IOSH HSE certification preferred.
• Training in:
  • Vibration Analysis
  • Equipment Alignment
  • Rigging & Lifting Safety
• SAP/CMMS training and computer skills preferred.

Key Competencies

• Strong safety awareness and attention to detail.
• Good teamwork and communication skills.
• Ability to perform quality mechanical work under supervision.
• Reliable, proactive, and committed to continuous improvement.
• Alignment with OTTCO values:
  • Safety
  • Integrity
  • Reliability
  • Operational Excellence

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