Senior Field Service Technician – Drilling Equipment & PLCs

Forum Energy Technologies

Dubai

Hybrid

AED 90,000 - 160,000

Full time

14 days+
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Job summary

Forum Energy Technologies is seeking a Field Service Technician based in Dubai with travel to international sites. You will service drilling equipment, diagnose control systems, and provide customer training.

The role requires PLC and HMI proficiency, plus strong mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical skills. Base location is within Dubai or Oman, with on-call travel and offshore/onshore site work as needed.

Qualifications

  • Must successfully complete a Fit for Work assessment prior to starting.
  • Strong understanding of hydraulic, mechanical, electrical, and software/controls systems including PLC-based panels and HMI interfaces.
  • Ability to travel internationally to client sites.
  • Team player with a drive to work with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

  • Work in a competent, safe and professional manner for internal and external customers locally and internationally.
  • Test and install Forum Energy Technologies drilling equipment.
  • Diagnose, troubleshoot, and calibrate electronic control systems and PLCs.
  • Provide training to customer employees after installation.
  • Ensure safety and compliance with drilling guidelines and procedures.

Skills

PLCs/HMI
Diagnostic software
Electrical skills
Hydraulic systems
Mechanical skills

Education

ONC/HNC in Mechanical/Electrical/Hydraulic/Controls & Instrumentation

Tools

Diagnostic tools

Job description

Forum Energy Technologies is seeking a Field Service Technician based in Dubai with travel to international sites. You will service drilling equipment, diagnose control systems, and provide customer training.

The role requires PLC and HMI proficiency, plus strong mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical skills. Base location is within Dubai or Oman, with on-call travel and offshore/onshore site work as needed.

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