# Mechanical Engineer (Maintenance)

> Heraklion International Airport · Heraklion, Greece · Full-time · Posted 2026-05-21

**Workplace:** on_site

**Department:** Maintenance - Facilities

## Description

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**International Airport of Heraklion, Crete S.A.** is currently looking for a:

**Mechanical Engineer (Maintenance)**

**Responsibilities**

**Transition / Pre-Opening Phase**

-   Prepares, reviews, and supports finalization of mechanical maintenance SOPs, procedures, inspection checklists, and work instructions.
-   Reviews mechanical design documents, as-built drawings, O&M manuals, test reports, and supplier documentation.
-   Supports mechanical asset handover from the Constructor, including documentation verification, defect / punch-list tracking, and follow-up of rectification prior to takeover.
-   Participates in ORAT activities, including system trials, readiness inspections, failure simulations, snagging, and defect reporting.
-   Supports preparation of maintenance-related inputs to the Aerodrome Manual and other certification documentation.
-   Aids with CMMS setup for mechanical assets, including asset hierarchy, preventive maintenance tasks, spares, warranties, and inspection regimes.

**Operational Phase**

-   Supports operation and maintenance of airport mechanical systems, including HVAC, ventilation, pumps, and plumbing / drainage services.
-   Plans, supervises, and monitors preventive and corrective maintenance activities under the direction of the Head of E&M - Maintenance.
-   Investigates mechanical failures, supports root cause analysis, and implements corrective and preventive actions.
-   Coordinates and technically follows up Mechanical Maintenance Technicians, contractors, and specialist service providers.
-   Supports management of defects during the Defect Liability Period (DLP) and warranty periods in coordination with the Head of Technical Standards & Contracts.
-   Maintains accurate records of inspections, defects, work orders, and maintenance activities in the CMMS.
-   Coordinates with Operations, Safety, and other maintenance disciplines to support safe and continuous airport operations.

**Requirements**

-   Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering
-   Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Maintenance Engineering, or Asset Management is considered an advantage
-   4-7 years of experience in mechanical maintenance of large-scale facilities, industrial plants, critical infrastructure, or airport environments
-   Experience in CMMS, preventive maintenance planning, asset handover, or ORAT / commissioning support is an advantage
-   Ability to prepare and implement maintenance SOPs, procedures, inspection regimes, and checklists
-   Very good command of English and Greek language, both oral and written

**Competencies**

-   Excellent organizational and communication skills
-   Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
-   Good analytical and troubleshooting skills, including defect diagnosis and root cause analysis support
-   Strong team orientation and goal-driven mindset
-   Safety, compliance, reliability, and service-continuity mindset

## Apply

[Apply at Heraklion International Airport](https://apply.workable.com/heraklion-international-airport/j/A9439F803F/apply)

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