Workshop Technician: Top Drive Systems & Rig Operations

Nabors Industries; Dubai; On-site; AED 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Nabors Industries in Dubai seeks a skilled Top Drive Technician to install and commission top drive units and related equipment at customer sites, including offshore rigs. You will climb derricks, connect panels, hoses and power lines, and ensure torque and alignment meet safety standards.

The role involves training drillers, performing routine maintenance, wiring tests, and rigging down equipment after well completion.

Qualifications

• Electrical/hydraulic oilfield background required.
• Prefer Tesco/Canrig related equipment experience.
• High School diploma; technical certification preferred.
• Ability to read, comprehend and write in English.

Responsibilities

• Load equipment and prepare it for rig-up of the top drive unit.
• Climb derrick to install torque track system with proper torque.
• Install control panels, hoses and power cables; hook up fuel/air lines.
• Perform pre-established tests and adjust as needed.
• Instruct and monitor drillers in safe operation of top drive equipment.
• Perform routine maintenance and part replacements on power/top drive units.
• Rig down hoses and control cables after well completion and load for transport.

Skills

Electrical hydraulic background

English proficiency

Offshore drilling experience

Education

High School diploma

EIT/MIT Certification preferred

Tools

Tesco/Canrig equipment

Job description

Nabors Industries in Dubai seeks a skilled Top Drive Technician to install and commission top drive units and related equipment at customer sites, including offshore rigs. You will climb derricks, connect panels, hoses and power lines, and ensure torque and alignment meet safety standards.

The role involves training drillers, performing routine maintenance, wiring tests, and rigging down equipment after well completion.