Zakaria Mohammed Aljaadi
Yanbu Industrial City
Summary
Senior Mechanical Maintenance Engineer with extensive experience in the water treatment industry. Specialized in heavy maintenance, project execution, and developing project scopes of work and agreements for Saudi Water Authority. Seeking to leverage expertise in equipment overhauling, reliability optimization, and project management to contribute to organizational success. Registered member of the Saudi Council of Engineers, committed to continuous learning and professional excellence.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Power Maintenance Supervisor – Light Maintenance, Yanbu Plant
Saudi Water Authority
01.2020 - 12.2020
- Supervised maintenance operations for power generation and mechanical systems.
- Diagnosed faults and optimized maintenance schedules to reduce downtime.
- Coordinated shutdown activities to ensure safe and efficient restart of plant operations.
Engineer Qualification Program – Water Academy
Saudi Water Acadamy
04.2019 - 12.2019
- Completed an intensive qualification program covering mechanical systems, power plant operations, water desalination processes, and maintenance practices.
- Participated in rotational training modules across pumps & motors, turbines, RO systems, and preventive maintenance.
- Gained hands-on experience in troubleshooting, reliability assessment, and maintenance planning.
- Developed strong skills in technical reporting, project documentation, and safety compliance.
Senior Mechanical Maintenance Engineer – Heavy Maintenance Department
Saudi Water Authority
03.2024 - Current
- Preparing and executing project activities for SWA plants.
- Developing project scopes of work and agreements for major maintenance projects.
- Managing equipment overhauling and reliability optimization.
- Leading major repair and maintenance strategies to enhance operational efficiency.
- Coordinated with contractors and vendors to ensure timely execution of overhauling projects.
- Implemented cost-effective solutions, reducing downtime and enhancing plant reliability.
Deputy of Heavy Maintenance Department Manager – Yanbu Hub
Saudi Water Authority
01.2023 - Current
- Oversaw maintenance strategies and execution for Reverse Osmosis (RO) systems.
- Managed heavy maintenance activities, ensuring optimal operational performance.
- Supervised cross-functional teams to improve system reliability and availability.
- Developed reporting frameworks to track KPIs and maintenance performance.
Power Maintenance Supervisor – Major Overhauling Dept.
Saline Water Conversion Corporation (SWCC)
01.2021 - 01.2023
- Led major overhauling projects for power systems and mechanical equipment.
- Ensured compliance with industry standards and safety regulations.
- Conducted root cause failure analysis and implemented preventive maintenance strategies.
- Supported training and mentoring programs for junior engineers and technicians.
Education
Bachelor’s Degree - Mechanical Engineering
Coventry University
01.2018
Skills
- Mechanical Maintenance & Troubleshooting
- Project Execution & Management
- Equipment Overhauling & Reliability Optimization
- Preventive & Predictive Maintenance
- Project Scope Development & Agreements
- Interpersonal & Leadership Skills
- Time & Organizational Management
Certification
- Certified Maintenance & Reliability Professional (CMRP) – Enrolled, Certification Pending
- Advanced Technologies in Membrane Manufacturing – SWA, 2023
- Business Intelligence for Engineers – SWA, 2023
- Metallurgy – SWA, 2023
- Power Plant Optimization & Energy Conservation – SWA, 2023
- Reverse Osmosis Technology for Engineers – SWA, 2022
- Tendering and Contract Management Skills – SWA, 2023
- Project Tendering & Awarding Procedures (إجراءات طرح وترسية المشاريع الهندسية) – Institute of Public Administration (IPA), 2023
- Professional Project Management – 2021
- Basic Pump and Motor Theory – 2019
- Engineer Qualification Program (Water Academy) – 8 Months, 2019
References
Available upon request.
Committees & Contributions
- Deep Sea RO Desalination Prototype Unit Committee – Contributed engineering expertise to the evaluation and development of a pioneering deep-sea reverse osmosis desalination prototype, supporting innovation in sustainable water production.
- Financial & Technical Committees – SWA MEMB and Cartridge Filter Replacement Agreement – Participated in financial and technical evaluations for major maintenance agreements, ensuring compliance with engineering standards, cost-effectiveness, and operational reliability.
Timeline
Senior Mechanical Maintenance Engineer – Heavy Maintenance Department
Saudi Water Authority
03.2024 - Current
Deputy of Heavy Maintenance Department Manager – Yanbu Hub
Saudi Water Authority
01.2023 - Current
Power Maintenance Supervisor – Major Overhauling Dept.
Saline Water Conversion Corporation (SWCC)
01.2021 - 01.2023
Power Maintenance Supervisor – Light Maintenance, Yanbu Plant
Saudi Water Authority
01.2020 - 12.2020
Engineer Qualification Program – Water Academy
Saudi Water Acadamy
04.2019 - 12.2019
Bachelor’s Degree - Mechanical Engineering
Coventry University
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