Role Overview
Shutdown projects are an essential part of the industrial maintenance cycle, particularly in large plants such as refineries, petrochemical facilities, and manufacturing complexes. During a shutdown, plant operations are temporarily stopped so that critical maintenance, repairs, inspections, and upgrades can be completed safely and efficiently. These projects require a large number of skilled workers within a limited time frame, making them important employment opportunities for experienced technical professionals.
Shutdown project jobs include a wide range of technical and supervisory roles such as safety officers, welders, fitters, fabricators, electricians, and supervisors. Each role contributes to ensuring that maintenance activities are carried out properly and that the plant can safely return to normal operation after the shutdown period. Because these projects involve complex industrial equipment and strict safety regulations, companies prefer candidates who already have shutdown experience and understand the demanding nature of plant maintenance work.
Primary Duties
Workers involved in shutdown projects perform specialized tasks depending on their job category. Safety officers are responsible for monitoring workplace safety, ensuring that all employees follow safety rules, and preventing accidents during maintenance operations. QA/QC inspectors examine welding and mechanical work to ensure that it meets engineering specifications and industry quality standards.
Supervisors and foremen coordinate work activities and guide technical teams, making sure that project tasks are completed within the scheduled shutdown period. Fitters and fabricators carry out mechanical tasks such as installing trays, replacing packing materials, assembling internal components, and preparing metal structures for installation. Welders perform different types of welding work, especially stainless steel welding using SMAW and GTAW processes. Electricians handle electrical systems and support maintenance activities involving industrial equipment. Storekeepers manage project materials, tools, and equipment to ensure that workers have the resources needed to perform their tasks efficiently.
Required Expertise
Candidates applying for shutdown project positions should have relevant technical experience and a strong understanding of industrial plant operations. Many of these roles require several years of experience in mechanical maintenance, welding, fabrication, electrical systems, or industrial safety. For example, safety officers are typically required to have recognized safety certifications such as NEBOSH along with significant field experience.
Technical workers should be able to read engineering drawings, operate specialized equipment, and perform tasks accurately under strict time constraints. Experience working at height and in confined spaces is often required because many shutdown maintenance tasks take place inside industrial vessels, towers, and elevated structures. Workers must also demonstrate strong teamwork, reliability, and a commitment to safety, as shutdown projects often involve large teams working simultaneously in high-risk industrial environments.
Position Information
Tentative Mobilization:
Last week of March 2026 or First week of April 2026
Available Positions:
Safety Officer (NEBOSH, Minimum 5 Years Experience) – 4 Positions
QA/QC Inspector (Welding + Mechanical) – 6 Positions
Storekeeper – 2 Positions
Electrician – 6 Positions
Supervisor – 6 Positions
Foreman (Internals / Mechanical) – 10 Positions
Foreman (Welding) – 6 Positions
Fitter (Trays, Packing, Blind / De-blind) – 58 Positions
Fabricator – Internal Fit-up (TSR, Bolting Bar, Cutting, Grinding) – 12 Positions
Fabricator – Strip Lining Fit-up (Cutting and Grinding) – 38 Positions
Grinderman (Heavy Grinding) – 10 Positions
Welder (SS SMAW & GTAW – Attachment / Strip Lining Welding) – 82 Positions
Mandatory Documents Required:
Valid Iqama (valid until July 2026 or later)
Muqeem Print (Iqama function must match Muqeem function)
Passport Copy (Front Page)
Blood Group Report
SABIC Medical for Saudi Kayan (valid for more than 6 months)
Service Chamber Agreement
Two recent photographs with white background
Application Method:
Interested candidates should send their CV and required documents to:
Email: admin@awjaltamayoz.com
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