Instrument Technician II

About the role

KBR is looking for an Instrument Technician II in Al-Jubail, Saudi Arabia. The role ensures that instrument assets remain reliable and available so that process units can keep operating. It also involves leading and supervising a team of maintenance technicians.

Key responsibilities

• Lead, supervise and coordinate the maintenance technician team, focusing on compliance with the preventive maintenance plan and on developing breakdown maintenance efficiently and safely.
• Execute monthly and weekly maintenance plans, control progress and submit regular progress reports.
• Provide onsite maintenance and repairs on instruments such as generators, transformers and motors, following standards, specifications, safety procedures, manufacturer recommendations and contract terms.
• Act as focal point for the daily instrument maintenance execution plan and conduct frequent site visits to check that work is done properly.
• Follow up on maintenance progress, keep records of daily work against planned programmes and prepare work completion reports.
• Assist in engineering modifications and enhancements to instrument equipment by recommending improvements to suitability and serviceability.
• Show proactivity and good safety behaviour.

Required profile

• Minimum 4-6 years' experience in oil and gas maintenance, with a diploma or bachelor's degree.
• Strong technical understanding of oil and gas facility maintenance management.
• Leadership skills in large organisations, maturity of judgment under pressure and problem-solving ability.
• Ability to deliver business results in a multi-cultural environment and flexibility to travel internationally and live in KSA.
• Good command of spoken and written English.

Required skills

• Maintaining and repairing instrument systems, including mechanical and electro-hydraulic systems.
• Knowledge of instrument equipment design, installation and maintenance.
• Knowledge of standards, procedures and regulations for health, safety and environmental protection.