Field Service Technician

NOV; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A global energy industry leader is seeking a Field Service Technician in Aberdeen City, UK. You will assemble, maintain, and service equipment, interpret engineering drawings, and provide remote support. The ideal candidate will have an apprenticeship in a relevant subject and experience with pressure testing and Wireline equipment. Join us and contribute to our commitment to quality and process improvements.

Benefits

Opportunities for international and domestic travel

Collaborative team environment

Professional growth within a global organisation

Qualifications

• Previous experience maintaining Wireline Winches & Masts, Pressure Control Equipment, and Control Modules.
• Proven ability to provide remote customer support via video calls.
• Working knowledge of assembly and manufacturing environments.

Responsibilities

• Disassemble, service, rework, rebuild, and pressure test Wireline and Flowline equipment.
• Interpret engineering drawings and ensure compliance with quality procedures.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and toolbox talks.

Skills

Ability to read engineering drawings

Computer literacy (Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook)

Pressure testing up to 22.5k PSI

Education

Time-served apprenticeship or HNC in a relevant subject

Job description

About the Role

As a Field Service Technician, you will play a key role in assembling, maintaining, and servicing NOV Wireline and Flowline equipment both in the field and in local workshops. This includes reading and interpreting engineering drawings, disassembling, reworking, rebuilding, and pressure testing equipment. You will also provide remote technical support via video calls when required. Working as part of a dedicated aftermarket team, you will contribute to delivering high-quality service, on-time project completion, and continuous process improvements.

About the Company

NOV ( Oilwell Varco) is a world-leading provider of equipment and technology to the global energy industry. With a legacy of innovation and engineering excellence, NOV supports customers by delivering products and services that enhance efficiency, safety, and sustainability across drilling, completion, and production operations.

What We Offer

• Opportunities for international and domestic travel to customer and NOV bases.
• A collaborative team environment focused on quality and on-time delivery.
• The chance to work with innovative equipment and contribute to process improvements.
• Professional growth and career development within a global organisation.

Key Responsibilities

• Essential Responsibilities
• Disassemble, service, rework, rebuild, and pressure test Wireline and Flowline equipment.
• Interpret and follow engineering drawings, diagrams, specifications, and bills of materials.
• Identify and document product defects, ensuring compliance with quality procedures.
• Carry out inspections, functional tests, and rework according to engineering changes.
• Maintain a safe and organised workspace, adhering to 5S principles.
• Support NCR/CAPA reporting and contribute to root cause investigations.
• Participate in toolbox talks, daily briefs, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Adhere to company health, safety, and quality standards without exception.

Desired Responsibilities

• Provide remote customer support via video calls.
• Assist in process improvements and implementation of new techniques.
• Contribute to maintaining KPIs across Safety, Quality, Cost, Delivery, and Engagement.
• Suggest and implement improvement ideas across production and service operations.

Qualifications & Skills

• Essential Qualifications
• Time-served apprenticeship or HNC in a relevant subject.
• Previous experience maintaining/servicing Wireline Winches & Masts, Pressure Control Equipment, and Control Modules.
• Proven ability to carry out pressure testing up to 22.5k PSI.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Computer literacy (Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook).

Desired Qualifications

• Higher education in a relevant subject.
• Working knowledge of assembly and manufacturing environments, including component preparation.
• Experience with NDT (Non-Destructive Testing).

Why Join Us?

Join our Global Family:

We offer an inspiring place to work with great opportunities to develop your skills and the opportunity to work with the brightest minds in the oil and gas industry. You will become part of a professional culture where we work together in teams with other dedicated professionals to achieve common goals. NOV is a leading provider of technology, equipment, and services to the global oil and gas industry that supports customers full-field drilling, completion, and production needs. Since 1862, NOV has pioneered innovations that improve the cost-effectiveness, efficiency, safety, and environmental impact of oil and gas operations. NOV powers the industry that powers the world.