Fishing Tools Technician

About the role

Rawabi Archer, an oilfield services company based in Saudi Arabia, is hiring a Fishing Tools Technician for its workshop in Dammam. The technician carries out preventive and corrective maintenance of fishing tools, equipment and machinery, and supports workshop operations.

Key responsibilities

• Perform regular inspections and maintenance of tools, equipment, machinery and facilities, and report malfunctions to the supervisor.
• Carry out preventative maintenance and repairs, install new or repaired parts, and prepare equipment loadouts, shipping baskets and workshop containers.
• Perform full strip-down, visual inspection, assembly and testing of downhole tools in line with Rawabi Archer standards.
• Register equipment brought in from other locations or satellite countries, note serial and asset numbers, and return third-party rental equipment promptly.
• Operate a forklift truck or overhead crane to move equipment and parts within the workshop.
• Follow work instructions and HSE guidelines, wearing PPE such as safety goggles, boots and gloves.
• Support emergency and after-hours workshop needs and carry out ad-hoc tasks assigned by the direct manager.

Required profile

• Diploma level education.
• Proficiency in operating and maintaining fishing tools used on oil and gas rigs.
• Knowledge of fishing techniques and procedures, and experience overseeing fishing operations and safety protocols.
• Ability to troubleshoot fishing tool issues quickly and strong communication with rig crew and supervisors.
• 1 to 5 years of experience preferred.