Job Summary

Job Title: Asst. Maintenance Manager – Oil Refinery Plant

Industry-Automotive Fluids / Lubricants Manufacturing

Location: Ras Al Khaimah, United Arab Emirates

Reporting To-Manager

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Asst. Maintenance Manager to oversee all maintenance activities at our oil refinery plant. The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring smooth and safe operation of refinery equipment, managing preventive and corrective maintenance, and leading a team to achieve operational efficiency and reliability.

Key Responsibilities:

Plan, supervise, and execute maintenance activities for refinery equipment including pumps, motors, boilers, compressors, and pipelines.
Oversee mechanical, electrical, welding, and fabrication works as part of maintenance operations.
Ensure timely commissioning, troubleshooting, and repair of refinery equipment to minimize downtime.
Develop and implement preventive and predictive maintenance schedules.
Lead and mentor the maintenance team to improve technical skills and efficiency.
Ensure compliance with safety, health, and environmental standards at all times.
Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities and prepare regular reports for management.
Coordinate with operations and engineering teams to support plant performance and reliability.

Qualifications & Requirements:

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering.

5+ years of proven experience in refinery or petrochemical plant maintenance.

Age between 35 – 45 years.

Strong knowledge of refinery maintenance practices including welding, fabrication, mechanical and electrical systems.
Hands-on experience with pumps, motors, boilers, and commissioning.
Medically fit and able to work in refinery plant environments.
Strong leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Compensation & Benefits:

Salary: based on experience, Skills and knowledge.

Accommodation: Sharing accommodation provided by the company.
Visa & Insurance: As per UAE Labor Law.

Leave: 30 days paid annual leave.

Facilities- All Facilities as per UAE Labor Law

Workplace & Culture at Sperton

At Sperton, we believe that great results come from great people.
Our culture is built on trust, collaboration, and a shared passion for delivering quality in everything we do.

We are a Norwegian-owned international company with colleagues across Europe, Asia, and the USA, working together seamlessly across time zones and cultures. Our teams are diverse, yet united by the same goal — to connect people and companies in meaningful ways.

We value openness, initiative, and continuous learning. Everyone at Sperton is encouraged to take ownership, share ideas, and challenge existing ways of working to make our solutions even better.

Even though we operate globally, our approach is personal. We take pride in creating a supportive and inclusive environment where people feel heard, respected, and motivated to grow — both professionally and personally.

Maintenance Manager