DISCOVERED · Jeddah, SA
Posted:
Job description This is a contract role: 12 months extendable (2 years) Discover the Opportunity Our client is a leading defence company in Saudi Arabia. It provides advanced technical support and maintenance services to naval forces in the Kingdom. Discover the role As a Field Service Representative, you’ll give on-site technical help to maintain a towed sonar system fitted on a fleet of naval corvettes. You may also be sent to other sites, depending on what the customer needs operationally. Discover the responsibilities Diagnostics and assessment: Run in-depth diagnostics to find technical faults in towed sonar systems, using the maintenance resources available. Preventive maintenance: Carry out planned maintenance to cut downtime, extend equipment life and keep the systems available for operations. This covers organisational and intermediate levels (OLM/ILM). Corrective maintenance: Carry out repairs and replace faulty components at OLM/ILM level, depending on which tools and spare parts are available on site. Documentation and reporting: Keep detailed records of maintenance work, problems found and fixes made, and send regular reports up the chain of command. Spare parts management: Help manage inventory by tracking all spare parts going in and out. Compliance and safety: Make sure all maintenance follows OEM procedures and is done safely. Engineering support planning: Help prepare the Annual Engineering Support Plan, which estimates the engineering support activities needed for each period. Discover the Requirements Senior Technician diploma in Mechanical, Electronic and/or Acoustic Maintenance Specialised training and certification in maintaining towed or variable-depth sonar systems At least 5 years’ experience with towed sonar systems and related equipment, covering all hardware and software elements Advanced hands-on skill in operating, maintaining, troubleshooting and repairing towed sonar systems, through visual inspection, diagnostic software and test equipment Experience using test equipment to test, tune, align, adjust and calibrate sonar equipment Sonar operating knowledge. A background as a former naval Non-Commissioned Officer (NCO) is highly desirable. Fluent English with excellent communication and relationship skills. French is an advantage, and Arabic or Spanish is a plus.