Rotating Technician

Instrument Technician

KBR is a company of innovators, thinkers, creators, explorers, volunteers, and dreamers and we all share one goal of improving the world and beyond: responsibly, and safely. We attract a diverse workforce and the best minds in the world because our expertise thrives on creativity, resourcefulness, and collaboration.

KBR is looking for an instrument technician who is responsible for ensuring instrument assets are reliable and available in order to keep process units in operation.

Note: To be considered, the candidate must be a Saudi national.

Responsibilities:

• Lead, supervise, and coordinate activities of maintenance technicians' team focusing on compliance with the preventive maintenance plan and efficient and effective development of breakdown maintenance on instrument systems, equipment, and facilities within the area of influence, applying the best and safe maintenance practices.
• Execute monthly and weekly maintenance plans and control and submit progress reports on a regular basis.
• Provide onsite maintenance and repairs on all types of instruments (such as generators, transformers, and motors). Ensure that maintenance activities are carried out in accordance with standards, specifications, safety procedures, manufacturer’s recommendations, and contract terms.
• Lead, supervise, and coordinate the day-to-day activities of instrument maintenance developed by technicians on all instrument systems, plant, equipment, and facilities within the designated area of responsibility. Act as the focal point for daily instrument maintenance execution plans.
• Conduct frequent site visits to ensure proper execution of work and check on the activities of technicians engaged in routine maintenance tasks.
• Follow up on instrument maintenance work progress and submit regular progress reports to the instrument foreman with recommendations. Keep a record of daily maintenance work against planned maintenance programs and prepare work completion reports where applicable.
• Assist in implementing engineering modifications and enhancements to instrument equipment by making recommendations to increase the suitability and serviceability of instrument systems.
• Demonstrate proactive safety aptitude and behavior.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Strong knowledge of maintaining and repairing instrument systems.
• Good knowledge of instrument equipment design, installation, and maintenance.
• Strong knowledge of maintaining and repairing mechanical and electro-hydraulic systems.
• Strong knowledge of standards, procedures, and regulations to develop activities taking care of health, safety, and environmental preservation.
• Strong communication and people skills.
• Good command of oral and written English.

Qualifications:

• Minimum 7 years’ experience in oil and gas maintenance – diploma.
• Strong technical understanding of maintenance management of oil and gas facilities.
• Well organized and proactive with excellent communication skills.
• Proven leadership skills with large organizations.
• Maturity of judgment under pressure and ability to resolve problems.
• Strategic management skills.
• Ability to achieve business results working in a multi-cultural environment.
• Flexibility to travel internationally and live in KSA.

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