Kitchen Equipment Installation Inspector - Kingdom KSA

Position: Kitchen Equipment Installation Inspector - Kingdom KSA)
Kitchen Equipment Installation Inspector - Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA)

About us
Dokainish & Company is a global organization that has been providing world class professional consultancy services since 2011. We have recently launched our MENA operations, headquartered in Abu Dhabi, UAE. This role expands our presence into Saudi Arabia to support major government and private sector clients across aviation, infrastructure, construction, and large scale capital development programmes.

Overview
We are seeking an experienced Kitchen Equipment Installation Inspector to support a major aviation related facilities programme. The role focuses on supervising and inspecting the installation, integration, and commissioning of commercial and industrial kitchen equipment within large scale catering and food production environments. This is a full time position based in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

Key Responsibilities

• Inspect and supervise installation of commercial and industrial kitchen equipment.
• Verify proper anchoring, leveling, alignment, and mounting of all equipment.
• Ensure all utility connections (electrical, plumbing, gas, drainage, steam, HVAC and ventilation) are correctly executed according to approved drawings and manufacturer guidelines.
• Review and monitor installation of ventilation systems, extraction hoods, ducting and fire suppression interfaces.
• Ensure all works comply with project specifications, equipment schedules and shop drawings.
• Coordinate with MEP, architectural and vendor teams to resolve installation issues or clashes.
• Monitor pre commissioning, start up and commissioning activities for all equipment.
• Verify equipment performance and document test results in line with project commissioning plans.
• Prepare inspection records, punch lists and quality reports.
• Ensure contractor adherence to safety protocols and quality standards throughout installation.
• Support validation of equipment submittals, method statements and inspection test plans (ITPs).

Candidate Profile & Requirements

• Seasoned, hands on inspector with deep technical knowledge of commercial and industrial kitchen equipment and MEP interfaces.
• Strong site presence and leadership - able to supervise contractors, manage vendors and enforce quality and safety standards on busy construction sites.
• Excellent at reading and interpreting technical drawings, equipment schedules and MEP schematics.
• Highly organised, detail oriented and methodical in producing inspection records, punch lists and commissioning documentation.
• Effective communicator able to liaise with engineers, contractors, suppliers and client stakeholders; able to provide clear technical direction and appropriately escalated issues.
• Proactive problem solver who anticipates installation risks, proposes pragmatic corrective actions and follows through to resolution.
• Comfortable working in food production or aviation catering environments and committed to ensuring compliance with food safety and operational readiness requirements.

Required Qualifications And Experience

• Technical Diploma or Engineering Degree (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial or related field).
• 10+ years of experience supervising installation of commercial or industrial kitchen equipment.
• Strong knowledge of equipment anchoring, utility connections, ventilation/exhaust systems and commissioning workflows.
• Experience working in food production facilities, industrial catering plants or in flight catering facilities (preferred).
• Familiarity with manufacturer requirements, safety standards and MEP coordination best practices.
• Proven ability to read and interpret technical drawings, equipment layouts and MEP schematics.
• Strong communication skills with contractors, vendors, engineers and client stakeholders.
• Full professional proficiency in English.

Technical Coordination

• Work closely with mechanical, electrical, plumbing and architectural teams to ensure seamless integration of kitchen equipment.
• Review method statements, inspection test plans (ITPs) and equipment submittals.
• Identify installation issues or clashes early and recommend corrective actions.
• Coordinate with vendors, suppliers and subcontractors during delivery, staging, installation and commissioning phases.

Testing & Commissioning

• Monitor pre commissioning, start up and commissioning activities for all kitchen equipment.
• Confirm equipment is functioning as intended and meets performance requirements.
• Witness FAT/SAT activities when required.
• Ensure proper documentation is completed, including checklists, punch lists and commissioning reports.

Quality, Compliance & Safety

• Enforce adherence to industry standards, food safety requirements and local codes.
• Ensure compliance with HACCP related design and equipment handling requirements where applicable.
• Maintain strict safety practices on site and ensure subcontractors follow HSE protocols.
• Prepare daily reports, NCRs and quality inspection records.

Location & Mobility

• Based in KSA.
• Regional travel flexibility required.

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