Senior Maintenance Engineer

About the role

Al Fakher Al Mithaliya, a manufacturer and distributor of premium shisha products in Iraq, is hiring a full-time, on-site Senior Maintenance Engineer in Baghdad. The engineer ensures the reliable and efficient operation of production equipment and facilities, plans and supervises maintenance activities, leads preventive maintenance programs and works closely with production and quality teams. The role is 5 days a week, 8 hours, with transportation to and from work provided.

Key responsibilities

• Work with the Maintenance Manager to set and achieve the maintenance division's objectives, oversee daily activities and develop and implement maintenance policies and procedures.
• Perform and complete a wide range of maintenance and repairs, including troubleshooting and repairing electrical faults.
• Monitor machine performance and KPIs, and inspect electrical and mechanical equipment to identify hazards and defects.
• Assemble, install, inspect and test electrical equipment using hand and power tools; prepare and study electrical drawings and specifications.
• Assist mechanical or electrical engineers in preventive maintenance and ensure electrical operation standards are met.
• Participate in quality assurance policies, escalate maintenance concerns to line managers and perform on-call emergency service.
• Mentor junior maintenance staff, optimize maintenance schedules and prepare maintenance reports.

Required profile

• Ability to lead a maintenance team, prioritize tasks and communicate effectively across functions.
• Proficiency in maintenance management software and MS Office.

What we offer

• Transportation to and from the workplace.