Instrument Maintenance Technician
BH-292578
Posted: 20/01/2025
- Competitive
- Scotland Scotland Fife
- Contract
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Oil & Gas
JOB DESCRIPTION
We are looking for an experienced Instrument Technician with a strong background in maintaining Instrumentation within the Petrochemical Industry. The successful candidate will join one of the leading energy companies’ base maintenance team and be responsible for the installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of instrumentation and control systems to ensure optimal performance and reliability.
TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Install, maintain, and troubleshoot on Instrumentation including, but not limited to, Triconex PLC’s, Fisher/ Foxboro/ ABB valve positioners, control/ trip valve overhauls, C300 DCS systems, Pressure/ Flow Transmitters, Level Instrumentation both Pneumatic and Electronic, vibration monitoring systems, speed, and temperature measurement. Ability to diagnose and resolve technical issues related to instrumentation and control systems.
• Responsible for SIF/SIS testing for the site. Conduct preventative maintenance testing, analyse subsequent performance to determine the root cause of failures and / or recommend appropriate repair methods
• Metering experience – responsible for calibrations associated with site billing Instrumentation which includes Vortex and Coriolis measurement types
• Perform routine inspections and preventive maintenance on instrumentation and control systems to CompEx Ex 01-04 standards
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics.
• Demonstrating a high level of resilience, ownership, and innovation in solving an array of maintenance problems.
• Collaborate with engineering and operations teams to ensure seamless integration and functionality of systems.
• Maintain accurate documentation of all maintenance and repair activities using SAP
• Strong safety leader. Always adheres to safety protocols and site / industry standards.
• Has the knowledge to apply and follow work permits through the site Permit to Work System (PTWS)
• Supports and encourages team effort between operations, engineering, and projects groups
• Ensures the quality and timely completion of work scheduled by the Maintenance Program
• Develops personal and team technical skills (for example, new regulations, equipment, methods, and others). Can act as a mentor for apprentices
• Supports work prioritization to maximize effectiveness and to complement the efforts of other work groups
• Generate Management of Change requests (MOCs) on control-related equipment and installation
SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS
• Be passionate about eliminating waste within maintenance processes, driving continuous improvement in maintenance competitiveness.
• Feel a sense of accomplishment and pride with the work you do.
• Have a good command of written and spoken English.
• Be effective at delivering results both independently or as part of an Instrument maintenance team
• Have a conscientious, careful, and independent way of working in order to deliver results in the field.
• Have the ability to safely adapt to tight deadlines, heavy workloads, and frequent changes in priorities, including flexibility to work out of hours where required.
• Demonstrate strong communication skills; with ability to describe conditions clearly and concisely in the field and recommend remediation steps.
• Fluency with computer and IT systems, including Microsoft office proficiency (Word, Excel)
• Minimum 10 years’ experience in the Petrochemical industry with experience in maintaining Instruments and Controls in processing plants or offshore production plants
• Have successfully completed an apprenticeship to NVQ level 3 or equivalent in an Instrument trade. HNC in Instrument Engineering or equivalent will be advantageous
• CompEx Ex01-04 qualified
• Ideally be fluent in the use of data management systems such as SAP.
With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.
We are looking for an experienced Instrument Technician with a strong background in maintaining Instrumentation within the Petrochemical Industry. The successful candidate will join one of the leading energy companies’ base maintenance team and be responsible for the installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of instrumentation and control systems to ensure optimal performance and reliability.
TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Install, maintain, and troubleshoot on Instrumentation including, but not limited to, Triconex PLC’s, Fisher/ Foxboro/ ABB valve positioners, control/ trip valve overhauls, C300 DCS systems, Pressure/ Flow Transmitters, Level Instrumentation both Pneumatic and Electronic, vibration monitoring systems, speed, and temperature measurement. Ability to diagnose and resolve technical issues related to instrumentation and control systems.
• Responsible for SIF/SIS testing for the site. Conduct preventative maintenance testing, analyse subsequent performance to determine the root cause of failures and / or recommend appropriate repair methods
• Metering experience – responsible for calibrations associated with site billing Instrumentation which includes Vortex and Coriolis measurement types
• Perform routine inspections and preventive maintenance on instrumentation and control systems to CompEx Ex 01-04 standards
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics.
• Demonstrating a high level of resilience, ownership, and innovation in solving an array of maintenance problems.
• Collaborate with engineering and operations teams to ensure seamless integration and functionality of systems.
• Maintain accurate documentation of all maintenance and repair activities using SAP
• Strong safety leader. Always adheres to safety protocols and site / industry standards.
• Has the knowledge to apply and follow work permits through the site Permit to Work System (PTWS)
• Supports and encourages team effort between operations, engineering, and projects groups
• Ensures the quality and timely completion of work scheduled by the Maintenance Program
• Develops personal and team technical skills (for example, new regulations, equipment, methods, and others). Can act as a mentor for apprentices
• Supports work prioritization to maximize effectiveness and to complement the efforts of other work groups
• Generate Management of Change requests (MOCs) on control-related equipment and installation
SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS
• Be passionate about eliminating waste within maintenance processes, driving continuous improvement in maintenance competitiveness.
• Feel a sense of accomplishment and pride with the work you do.
• Have a good command of written and spoken English.
• Be effective at delivering results both independently or as part of an Instrument maintenance team
• Have a conscientious, careful, and independent way of working in order to deliver results in the field.
• Have the ability to safely adapt to tight deadlines, heavy workloads, and frequent changes in priorities, including flexibility to work out of hours where required.
• Demonstrate strong communication skills; with ability to describe conditions clearly and concisely in the field and recommend remediation steps.
• Fluency with computer and IT systems, including Microsoft office proficiency (Word, Excel)
• Minimum 10 years’ experience in the Petrochemical industry with experience in maintaining Instruments and Controls in processing plants or offshore production plants
• Have successfully completed an apprenticeship to NVQ level 3 or equivalent in an Instrument trade. HNC in Instrument Engineering or equivalent will be advantageous
• CompEx Ex01-04 qualified
• Ideally be fluent in the use of data management systems such as SAP.
With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.