Job Vacancy: Workshop & Maintenance Supervisor – Mechanical | Shuaiba, Kuwait

Kuwait Drilling Fluids (KDF) is looking for an experienced and technically strong Workshop & Maintenance Supervisor to join its Maintenance & Reliability Department in Kuwait.

The ideal candidate should have a solid mechanical background and hands-on experience with diesel engines, heavy machinery, modular equipment, maintenance planning, troubleshooting, and computerized maintenance/ERP systems. Strong leadership, coordination, and problem-solving skills are important for this position.

• Supervise and coordinate mechanical maintenance activities for diesel engines, heavy machinery, and modular equipment.
• Plan and monitor preventive and corrective maintenance to improve equipment reliability and reduce downtime.
• Diagnose mechanical faults and supervise troubleshooting, repair, overhauling, and maintenance activities.
• Prepare and manage maintenance schedules, work orders, spare parts, and equipment requirements.
• Use ERP/CMMS and computerized maintenance systems to track maintenance activities and equipment history.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, service reports, equipment history, and performance information.
• Monitor equipment condition and identify potential mechanical problems.
• Recommend corrective actions and reliability improvements to prevent repeated equipment failures.
• Coordinate with Maintenance, Operations, Supply Chain, and other departments to ensure equipment and spare parts are available when needed.
• Lead and supervise technicians and maintenance personnel.
• Allocate daily work and monitor team performance and work quality.
• Ensure maintenance activities are completed according to company procedures and HSE requirements.
• Support maintenance reporting, cost control, planning, and continuous improvement activities.
• Ensure workshop activities are carried out safely and efficiently.
• Maintain proper organization of workshop tools, equipment, and maintenance areas.
• Perform other maintenance and reliability duties assigned by management.

• Diploma in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent technical qualification.
• Proven experience in a Mechanical Supervisor, Workshop Supervisor, or Maintenance Supervisor position.
• Strong knowledge of diesel engine maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Hands-on experience with heavy machinery and modular equipment.
• Experience in Oil & Gas, Oilfield Services, Industrial, or Heavy Equipment sectors is highly preferred.
• Experience with preventive and corrective maintenance planning.
• Knowledge of maintenance schedules, work orders, spare parts, and inventory control.
• Experience with ERP / CMMS systems.
• Good knowledge of MS Office applications, especially Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Strong leadership and team supervision skills.
• Excellent communication, coordination, and problem-solving abilities.
• Fluent English, both written and spoken.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced operational environment.
• Ability to manage multiple maintenance priorities and meet deadlines.
• Strong commitment to workplace safety, equipment reliability, and quality.

• Mechanical Maintenance & Troubleshooting
• Diesel Engine Maintenance
• Heavy Equipment & Machinery
• Modular Equipment Maintenance
• Preventive Maintenance
• Corrective Maintenance
• Maintenance Planning
• ERP / CMMS Systems
• Spare Parts Management
• Inventory Control
• Work Order Management
• Maintenance Reporting & Documentation
• Equipment Reliability
• Workshop Supervision
• Team Leadership
• HSE Compliance
• Mechanical Repairs & Overhauling
• Oil & Gas Maintenance

• Salary: Not specified in the original vacancy.
• Full-time employment with Kuwait Drilling Fluids (KDF).
• Opportunity to work in the Oil & Gas / Oilfield Services industry.
• Professional maintenance and reliability environment.
• Other benefits and employment terms should be confirmed directly with the employer.

Interested candidates can apply through:

HR Team: +965 90913685
Email: jobs@kdf.com.kw

Candidates should mention “Workshop & Maintenance Supervisor” when submitting their CV.

Only candidates with relevant mechanical maintenance and supervisory experience are encouraged to apply.