Maintenance Team Lead

17SIXTY is a leading company in the Marine & Leisure Entertainment, delivering world‑class water adventures, yacht experiences, and marine services along the Red Sea. We’re shaping the future of marine recreation in Saudi Arabia through innovation, safety and sustainability, and we’re growing! Join a passionate team creating unforgettable experiences and setting new standards in the marine industry.

Job Purpose To lead and coordinate maintenance operations for 17Sixty’s vessels and maintenance equipment, ensuring all assets are safe, reliable and maintained to support seamless operations and exceptional guest experiences.

Role Description

Lead and supervise the maintenance team : Maintenance staff are well‑organized, trained, and work efficiently with high safety and quality standards.

Plan and execute preventive maintenance programs : Preventive maintenance is completed as scheduled, ensuring equipment reliability and minimal breakdowns.

Handle corrective maintenance and repair activities : Equipment issues are diagnosed and resolved promptly, minimizing downtime and maintaining operational continuity.

Monitor and maintain mechanical, electrical and technical systems : All systems operate smoothly within safety and performance specifications.

Manage spare parts, materials and maintenance tools inventory : Necessary parts and tools are available; repair delays and excess inventory costs are avoided.

Ensure adherence to safety, health and environmental procedures : Maintenance operations comply with company and legal safety requirements; no recordable safety incidents.

Coordinate with operations and technical teams : Maintenance tasks are aligned with operational schedules to prevent interference with service delivery.

Liaise with external service providers and contractors : External maintenance or repair work meets quality standards and is completed on time and within budget.

Maintain maintenance logs, reports and documentation : Accurate and up‑to‑date records are available for audits, compliance and management review.

Support continuous improvement and cost‑efficiency initiatives : Maintenance performance and asset reliability improve, while maintenance costs remain controlled.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Mechanical, Electrical, Marine or Facilities Engineering (or equivalent technical qualification) accepted at the Saudi Council of Engineers.

Minimum 5 years of maintenance experience, including 2+ years in a supervisory or team‑lead role—preferably in marine, hospitality or resort operations.

Generic Skills

Mechanical systems

Marine hydraulic systems

Electrical, navigational / radio, hull and structures, HVAC and plumbing

Strong understanding of mechanical, marine hydraulic and pneumatic systems

Strong technical and troubleshooting ability

Planning and scheduling of preventive maintenance

Vendor management and budgeting

Good command of English (spoken and written)

Proficiency in MS Office and maintenance software (CMMS)

Understanding of safety and compliance standards

Leadership and team motivation

Problem‑solving and decision‑making

Attention to detail and accountability

Adaptability in a dynamic environment

Effective communication and collaboration

Customer and service‐oriented mindset

Working Conditions

Onboard and workshop‑based work, exposure to marine environment (humidity, saltwater, sun).

May require off‑hour or on‑call work for emergencies.

Competitive salary and benefits package offered based on experience and company policy.

Seniority level Mid‑Senior level

Employment type Full‑time

Job function Management and Manufacturing

Industries Maritime Transportation

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