Oil, Gas & Energy

Senior Maintenance Engineer Salary
in Manama 2026

BHD 2,013 /mo

BHD 24,156/year · 6-9 years (Mid Career)

Annual

BHD 24,156

Salary Range

1,573–2,516

Total Package

BHD 2,013

Income Tax

0%

Salary Range

Where you fall among professionals in this role

BHD 2,013
P10 MEDIAN P90
BHD 1,101 P25: BHD 1,573 P75: BHD 2,516 BHD 3,271

50% of Senior Maintenance Engineers in Manama earn between BHD 1,573 and BHD 2,516 per month.

Total Compensation

Your full monthly package breakdown

Base Salary
BHD 1,283
Housing Allowance 28%
BHD 360
Transport 10%
BHD 128
Medical Insurance
BHD 64
Annual Flight
BHD 47
Gratuity (accrued)
BHD 54
Total Package
BHD 2,013/mo BHD 24,156/year

0% Income Tax β€” Take-home equals gross

Monthly BHD 2,013
Base Salary
Housing Allowance
Transport
Medical Insurance
Annual Flight
Gratuity (accrued)

Career Salary Growth

Expected salary at different experience levels for Senior Maintenance Engineer in Manama

5K 3.7K 2.4K 1.1K 1.7K 0-2 yrs 1.8K 3-5 yrs 2.1K 6-9 yrs 2.4K 10-14 yrs 2.8K 15-19 yrs 3.5K 20-25 yrs 3.2K 25-30 yrs
Experience Low (P25) Median High (P75)
0-2 years BHD 1,298 BHD 1,661 BHD 2,076
3-5 years BHD 1,428 BHD 1,828 BHD 2,285
6-9 years BHD 1,627 BHD 2,083 BHD 2,603
10-14 years BHD 1,869 BHD 2,393 BHD 2,990
15-19 years BHD 2,226 BHD 2,849 BHD 3,562
20-25 years BHD 2,698 BHD 3,453 BHD 4,316
25-30 years BHD 2,467 BHD 3,158 BHD 3,948

Salary by Industry

How Senior Maintenance Engineer pays across industries in Manama

Executive & General Management
BHD 2,617
+30%
Banking & Financial Services
BHD 2,516
+25%
Oil, Gas & Energy
BHD 2,375
+18%
Legal & Compliance
BHD 2,255
+12%
Engineering & Technology
BHD 2,013
0%
Healthcare & Medical
BHD 1,912
-5%
Finance & Accounting
BHD 1,912
-5%
Construction & Real Estate
BHD 1,852
-8%
Sales & Marketing
BHD 1,812
-10%
Human Resources
BHD 1,771
-12%
Supply Chain & Logistics
BHD 1,771
-12%
Government & Public Sector
BHD 1,711
-15%
Media & Creative
BHD 1,711
-15%
Education & Training
BHD 1,610
-20%
Hospitality & Tourism
BHD 1,570
-22%

Monthly Savings Potential

With BHD 2,013/mo salary and estimated expenses of BHD 1,007/mo, you could save BHD 1,006/mo (BHD 12,072/yr).

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Frequently Asked Questions

The median salary for a Senior Maintenance Engineer in Manama is BHD 2,013 per month (BHD 24,156 per year). Salaries range from BHD 1,573 at the 25th percentile to BHD 2,516 at the 75th percentile, depending on experience, skills, and the employing organization.

A Senior Maintenance Engineer with approximately 7 years of experience in Manama can expect a median base salary of BHD 2,013/month. With a typical benefits package including housing (BHD 360), transport, medical insurance, and end-of-service gratuity, total monthly compensation reaches approximately BHD 2,013.

In Bahrain, Senior Maintenance Engineer positions typically include a comprehensive benefits package: housing allowance (28% of base salary), transportation allowance (10%), annual flight tickets for home country visits, private medical insurance, and end-of-service gratuity as mandated by labor law. Senior roles may also include education allowance for dependents and performance bonuses.

Manama offers moderately competitive salaries for Senior Maintenance Engineer positions in the GCC region. While cities like Dubai and Abu Dhabi typically anchor at the higher end of the pay scale, the lower cost of living in some cities can result in better purchasing power. Use the comparison chart above to see exact figures across all 28 GCC cities.

Manama is a growing market for Oil, Gas & Energy professionals. The city offers tax-free income, a multicultural working environment, and strong demand for skilled professionals. The Oil, Gas & Energy sector in Bahrain continues to grow with Vision 2030 and diversification initiatives driving new opportunities.

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