Assembly Technician

Pipecare Group; Sharjah; On-site; AED 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading inspection services provider in Sharjah is seeking an experienced Assembly Technician. Responsibilities include troubleshooting and repairing components, managing shop activities, and ensuring smooth operations. Candidates should have a high school diploma, at least 4-5 years of relevant experience in the oil & gas sector, and strong problem-solving skills. This role entails physical requirements and effective communication skills. Competitive compensation is offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4-5 years' experience in the same field, preferably in the oil & gas industry.
• Industry-related engine and compressor factory training and/or certification required.
• Good social skills with the ability to communicate clearly.

Responsibilities

• Read drawings and assemble mechanical parts as per specifications.
• Perform required inspections, maintenance, repairs, and overhauls.
• Manage activities of shop employees including vacation scheduling.

Skills

Manual dexterity

Basic reading skills

Problem-solving

Good written and verbal communication skills (in English)

Ability to perform repetitive tasks

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Manufacturing reporting software

Job description

Overview

PIPECARE Group is looking for an experienced Assembly Technician to troubleshoot and repair pigs, control panels, wiring, tools and machine components as required, supporting test runs and other related activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Read drawings
• Assemble mechanical parts as per drawings; disassemble and reassemble tools, machines and equipment to perform required inspections, maintenance, repairs, overhauls and related activities
• Determine project plans at the beginning of jobs
• Determine the best fabrication solutions
• Ensure shift changes occur smoothly with minimal interruption to equipment uptime
• Communicate the safety program and instructions to the shop floor
• Read and interpret machine operation and maintenance manuals
• Troubleshoot and repair pigs, control panels, wiring, tools and machine components to support test runs and related activities
• Aim to achieve monthly production goals while maintaining an acceptable attendance-to-production ratio
• Maintain housekeeping of workspace and production; keep a clean and safe environment that minimizes risk to employees and equipment
• Manage activities of shop employees, including vacation scheduling, shift scheduling and time and attendance reporting
• Execute other tasks as requested by Production Manager or Supervisor within the assigned role

Skills/Experience

• High school diploma or GED
• Minimum 4-5 years’ experience in the same field, preferably oil & gas industry
• Basic reading, listening, speaking and problem-solving skills
• Manual dexterity, physical strength and ability to perform repetitive tasks
• Good color discernment and color vision
• Good computer skills and knowledge of manufacturing reporting software
• Industry-related engine and compressor factory training and/or certification required
• Good social skills with the ability to communicate clearly
• Good written and verbal communication skills (in English - desirable)
• Creative, critical and curious

Physical and Mental Requirements

• Lifting and Carrying: Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds
• Mobility: Ability to walk and climb to perform duties in refinery/plant environments and access elevated platforms via ladders and stairwells
• Communication: Sufficient clarity of speech and hearing to communicate effectively
• Focus and multitasking: Ability to maintain focus and multitask effectively
• Safety Equipment: Ability to wear safety equipment as required for personal protection
• Personal Mobility and Reflexes: Ability to travel to off-site locations when necessary, with or without reasonable accommodations

About PIPECARE Group

PIPECARE Group offers comprehensive In-Line Inspection Services to identify and size pipeline threats, utilizing technologies such as Magnetic Flux Leakage, Transverse Field Inspection, Ultrasound, and specialized tools to detect and assess pipeline anomalies.

What we do

In-Line Inspection Services to locate, identify, and size threats, supporting integrity management requirements.

Inspection Technologies

• Magnetic Flux Leakage (MFL): Detects and sizes general corrosion and metal loss, especially circumferentially oriented
• Transverse Field Inspection (TFI): Detects and sizes general corrosion and metal loss, primarily axially oriented
• Ultrasound (UT): Detects and sizes general and other metal loss anomalies with high depth sizing accuracy
• Ultrasonic Crack Detection: Detects and sizes cracks and colonies of cracks
• Caliper (Geometry): Detects and sizes deviations in the ideal circular shape of a pipeline (dents, ovalities, wrinkles, etc.)

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.