R&M (Repair & Maintenance) Technician TRS (Tubular Running Services)

About this role

Weatherford is seeking an experienced R&M (Repair & Maintenance) Technician to join the Tubular Running Systems team in Port Harcourt, Nigeria. The role involves inspection, testing and qualification, repair and maintenance of field tools, and maintenance of electronic, mechanical, pneumatic and hydraulic equipment, data acquisition systems, downhole tools and communication gear. Technicians perform preventive and corrective maintenance, retrofit and upgrades under guidance from senior staff or supervisors. The position supports the TEAM in daily operations, safety meetings and documentation, and there are opportunities for senior staff to lead and supervise others. The employer operates in the oil and natural gas sector with services across drilling, evaluation, completion, production and intervention cycles.

What you would do

• Participate in daily operations, safety meetings, toolbox talks and JHA; report issues as required.
• Maintain equipment, facilities and work area in a safe, presentable condition.
• Repair machines, equipment or structures using suitable tools and instruments.
• Assemble, install or repair wiring, piping systems and machinery.
• Inspect used parts for dimensional changes using measuring tools.
• Perform troubleshooting, planned maintenance and modifications on electronic, mechanical, pneumatic or hydraulic equipment, including data acquisition and downhole tools.
• Lead testing and calibration tasks following company procedures.
• Identify opportunities to improve equipment, procedures and documentation.
• Complete work orders, AIRTs, PFTs, forms and checklists; maintain databases and log time accurately.
• Support senior staff in coordinating tasks and ensuring compliance with maintenance procedures.

What they are asking for

• National Diploma.
• 4-6 years’ experience in the oil and gas industry, preferably with TRS tools and equipment.
• Mechanical, hydraulic and/or pneumatic knowledge and hands-on experience.
• Basic computer skills and basic mathematics.
• Proficient English, written and spoken.
• Experience with hazardous materials, radioactive elements and explosives.
• Awareness of NDT, NDE and ATEX policies and principles.
• Ability to diagnose issues, perform maintenance and troubleshooting; strong problem solving and judgement.
• Good time management and ability to follow procedures; physical capability to perform role tasks.

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