Technician, Offshore Maintenance - فني، الصيانة البحرية

Job title: Technician Maintenance Offshore
Stream: Operated Assets
Function: Musandam Cluster - Operations
Location: Oman – Offshore Platform
Budget control: *OPEX and/or CAPEX and/or Revenue amount as relevant*
Reporting to: Team Lead, MGP Maintenance

Job purpose
Perform routine and corrective maintenance activities on offshore platform equipment and facilities, ensuring safe, reliable, and efficient operation of mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation systems in accordance with OQEP's maintenance procedures, HSE standards, and offshore operational requirements.
The position will act in accordance with the OQEP’s Mission, Vision, Values & Strategies, as well as, policies, guidelines, and international standards, supported by an IT Technology platform, QHSE & Energy Management System requirements standards, Omani’s government & other legal justifications, and best international practices in consonance with national objectives.

Main tasks and responsibilities

• Perform routine preventive and corrective maintenance on offshore platform equipment including pumps, valves, piping, electrical systems, and instrumentation in accordance with approved maintenance schedules and procedures.
• Carry out fault-finding, troubleshooting, and repair of mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation equipment on the offshore platform, escalating complex issues to senior technicians or the Supervisor, Maintenance as required.
• Execute maintenance work orders generated through the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS), ensuring timely completion and accurate close-out documentation.
• Support planned shutdowns, turnarounds, and equipment overhauls on the offshore platform, ensuring all maintenance activities are completed safely and within schedule.
• Conduct routine equipment inspections and condition checks, identifying and reporting abnormalities, defects, or potential failures to the Supervisor, Maintenance.
• Assist in the installation, testing, and commissioning of new equipment and modifications on the offshore platform.
• Ensure all maintenance tools, equipment, and spare parts are properly maintained, calibrated, and accounted for in accordance with OQEP's asset management procedures.
• Complete and maintain accurate maintenance records, work order documentation, and equipment history logs in the CMMS.
• Participate in permit-to-work (PTW) processes, ensuring all maintenance activities are conducted with appropriate safety permits, isolations, and risk assessments in place.
• Support emergency response and breakdown maintenance activities on the offshore platform as required, ensuring minimal disruption to production operations.
• Comply with all offshore safety procedures, including helicopter and marine transport safety protocols, survival training requirements, and platform-specific HSE rules.
• Actively participate in, contribute to, and promote OQEP's occupational health, safety, security, and environment culture.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Key interactions
Internal: Operations function, HSSE function, Engineering function, Technical Services function.
External: Equipment vendors and OEMs, specialist maintenance contractors, offshore logistics and transport providers.

Education requirements Required: Diploma or Technical Certificate in Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation Engineering, or related discipline.
Preferred: Bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering discipline; offshore survival certification (BOSIET or equivalent), and vendor-specific equipment training are an advantage.

Language requirements: Excellent knowledge of written, read, and spoken English (required)

Background and experience
• 2+ years of relevant experience in mechanical, electrical, or instrumentation maintenance, preferably within the upstream Oil & Gas industry.
• Basic knowledge of offshore platform equipment, systems, and maintenance practices.
• Familiarity with permit-to-work (PTW) systems and offshore safety procedures.
• Valid offshore survival certification (BOSIET or equivalent) or willingness to obtain certification prior to deployment.
• Basic computer literacy for use of CMMS and maintenance documentation systems..

Competencies and skills
Soft:
• Attention to detail and a safety-first mindset.
• Good communication skills, verbal and written.
• Ability to work effectively in a team within a rotational offshore environment.
• Willingness to learn and develop technical skills.
• Self-motivated with a disciplined approach to task execution.
• Adaptability to offshore living and working conditions.

Technical:
• Basic knowledge of mechanical, electrical, or instrumentation maintenance practices.
• Use of hand tools, power tools, and maintenance equipment.
• Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) usage.
• Permit-to-work (PTW) and isolation procedures.
• Basic fault-finding and troubleshooting techniques.
• Knowledge of offshore HSE and emergency response procedures.