Instrument Technician
Job Description
Working onboard an FPSO in the North Sea working on a 3 on 4 off Rotation.
We are looking for an experienced candidate with relevant offshore experience and we are unable to accept cv’s for candidate who do not hold valid Compex certification and preference will be given to candidates with small bore tubing certs.
Job Objective
The Instrument Technician is primarily responsible for the safe and efficient functioning of the DCS, control systems and all its associated equipment and to perform preventative and corrective maintenance duties and tasks safely and effectively. Additionally assisting in specific areas of the production operation as required
Result areas
General
The Instrument Technician is responsible to the Instrument Lead for:
Installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, repairing and calibrating all instrumentation installed on the installation.
Repairing and calibrating all fire and gas systems.
Repairing and maintaining all electronic control systems.
Regularly inspecting the Instrumentation system to ensure correct operation of the equipment, associated with the DCS, F&G and ESD systems including portable equipment.
Direct liaison with Kongsberg for technical assistance as and when required. A;H
Implementing and following through of Planned Maintenance routines and Corrective Maintenance work orders from the Maximo Maintenance Management System (MMS) for all instrumentation.
Ensuring all applicable (installations) equipment adheres to intrinsically safe codes of practice.
Maintaining operational effectiveness of computer LAN (Local Area Networks) onboard installation. A;H
Efficient and economic use of spare equipment and administration of Maximo Maintenance Management System (MMS).
Completing all Training as directed by the company including Onboard Familiarisation.
Ensuring continuous compliance with the competency assessment procedure.
Carry out ATEX inspections as directed. A;G;H
Performing tasks in a safe and responsible manner.
Stand in as Instrument Lead as required.
Safety and Environmental Critical Activities
Ensuring functionality of F&G, ESD and DCS systems
Calibration of process level transmitters
Electronic work in hazardous areas
Maintenance and Calibration of Oil in Water Monitors.
Maintenance of DCS
Emergency Response Duties
Offshore Lifeboat Coxswain
Desired Qualities / Qualifications
Candidates must have the right to work in the UK.
Qualifications
Combined Offshore Survival, Fire Fighting and HUET Certificate
MIST / IMIST
Oil & Gas UK Offshore Medical Certificate
Oil & Gas UK Certificate of Fitness to Participate in Emergency Response Team Duties
Recognised certificate in Instrumentation/Electronics
Experience
Experience of direct DCS, PLC, F&G and ESD Maintenance
Experience of direct DCS Maintenance
Role Training
Arrival Installation Safety Induction
Authorised Gas Tester
Electronic Permit to Work Area Authority
Isolating Authority
Environmental Awareness
Hazardous Areas 5-day Compex
Fire and Gas ESD Maintenance
Electricity at Work Regulations
Authorised Instrument Person
Small Bore Tubing/Fittings
Maximo
Flange Management MJ110
Offshore Lifeboat Coxswain
Supplementary Training (as required)
Telecoms Maintenance Appreciation
First Aid at Work (1 Day)
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Consultant(s)
Claire or Natalie
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Vacancy ID
TR2025182
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Job Type
Contract
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Department
Offshore
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Location
North Sea
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