The Instrumentation and Electrical Technician supports the installation, calibration, maintenance, and troubleshooting of instrumentation, control and electrical systems used in oil and gas operations.
The role will be working on a 14/14 rotation on Chevron’s Tamar Production Platform. Tamar is situated 18 miles off the coast of Isreal, with a 90-mile subsea tieback. First gas was in 2014 producing up to 1.25 BCF per day.
Key Responsibilities
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Assist senior technicians with the installation, calibration, and maintenance of field instruments such as: pressure, temperature, level, and flow transmitters; Control valves, actuators, and positioners; analyzers and basic control systems; fire and Gas Detection and Protective Systems
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Support routine preventive and corrective maintenance activities and assist with basic fault finding and troubleshooting of instrumentation loops.
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Help with loop checks, functional testing, and commissioning activities. Read and interpret basic P&IDs, loop diagrams, and instrument data sheets.
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Assist with electrical isolations of motors and breakers and basic electrical troubleshooting.
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Actively participate in on-the-job training and formal technical training. Demonstrate continuous improvement using technical manuals and associated documentation to gain knowledge and understanding.
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Strictly adhere to Company HSE Policies, Safe Operating Procedures and Control of Work (Permit) systems. Participate in toolbox talks, safety meetings, and risk assessments.
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Maintain housekeeping standards in work areas. Immediately report unsafe conditions, incidents, or near misses
Knowledge, Skills, and Experience
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Basic understanding of industrial instrumentation and electrical principles.
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Willingness to work in oil & gas operating environments, 14-day shifts and site-based work.
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Technical diploma, vocational training, or apprenticeship in: Electrical & Instrumentation (E&I); Instrumentation; Automation or related discipline
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Ability to work independently or within multidisciplinary teams.
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Good communication and documentation skills.
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Good verbal and written English skills.
Scope Factor
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The preferred candidate should have a basic understanding of maintenance on electrical or instrumentation equipment in an operating process facility. They shall be eager to learn and show initiative on the job.
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They should be able to recognize the importance of safety in the workplace and understand their role in maintaining safe operations.
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Knowledge of fire and gas protective systems will be advantageous.
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The candidate should be comfortable using written and spoken English and able to communicate clearly.
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