Lead Technician – HDPE Geomembrane Welding

Optimum Techniques is a Saudi-based specialized contractor focused on HDPE geomembrane lining, welding, repair, and quality testing for environmental, agricultural, industrial, and water containment applications. The company installs HDPE liners for fish farms, shrimp ponds, irrigation reservoirs, water storage ponds, wastewater lagoons, evaporation ponds, landfill cells, and secondary containment areas. Services include liner deployment, wedge and extrusion welding, pipe booting, patching, repair works, and on-site quality control testing such as air-channel pressure, vacuum box, spark, and peel/shear testing.

Optimum Techniques supports clients across Saudi Arabia with practical, reliable, and cost-effective geomembrane solutions that safeguard water resources, prevent leakage, and enhance environmental containment. The team values technical excellence, safety, and consistent service quality for long-term client partnerships.

The Lead Technician - HDPE Geomembrane Welding is a full-time, on-site role based in Dammam. This role oversees and performs HDPE geomembrane liner deployment, wedge welding, extrusion welding, and related installation tasks on various containment projects. The Lead Technician coordinates daily work activities, assigns tasks to crew members, and ensures that welding and installation meet project specifications, safety standards, and quality control requirements.

Responsibilities include supervising repair and patching work, organizing and performing on-site quality testing (such as air-channel pressure testing, vacuum box testing, spark testing, and peel/shear testing), and documenting work progress and test results. The Lead Technician also collaborates with project supervisors and clients, ensures proper use and care of equipment, and supports training and mentoring of junior technicians.

• Strong skills in Equipment Maintenance and Preventive Maintenance to keep welding machines and testing tools in reliable working condition.
• Hands-on experience in Maintenance & Repair and general Maintenance for HDPE welding equipment and related site tools.
• Proficiency in Troubleshooting mechanical and electrical issues in field equipment and welding systems.
• Proven experience in HDPE geomembrane welding (wedge and extrusion), liner deployment, and field installation of containment systems.
• Knowledge of on-site quality control methods, including air-channel pressure, vacuum box, spark, and peel/shear testing.
• Ability to lead and coordinate a field crew, manage daily activities, and maintain safe work practices in compliance with HSE standards.
• Capability to read and follow drawings, technical specifications, and method statements; basic reporting and documentation skills.
• Previous experience in environmental containment, water containment, or related civil/industrial projects; valid driver's license and willingness to work in outdoor, field-based conditions.