Production Technician

Energy Job Search; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Wood is seeking Production Technicians for an 18-month fixed-term role supporting CNOOC Golden Eagle operations from Aberdeen. This position involves monitoring equipment, gathering data, and ensuring safety protocols are followed within the plant operations, requiring specific qualifications in operations or engineering.

Qualifications

• Understanding of industrial health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Ability to operate essential safety equipment.
• Skills in reading and interpreting P&ID drawings.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and operate equipment and carry out isolations as needed.
• Prepare work permits and complex items of plant/machines for maintenance.
• Identify malfunctions and perform first-line corrections.

Skills

Monitoring and operating equipment

Data gathering

Identifying malfunctions

Risk assessments

Effective communication

Education

(S)VQ Processing Operations: Hydrocarbons at Level 3 or relevant apprenticeship

HNC/D with experience

Job description

Job Description

Wood is recruiting for Production Technicians on an 18-month fixed-term basis for CNOOC Golden Eagle. This role mobilizes from Aberdeen on a 2*3 rotation.

Responsibilities

Role Overview:

• Production technicians should have an overall working knowledge of plant, process, and associated equipment for their specific industry. Responsibilities include:
• Monitoring and operating equipment,
• Gathering data and maintaining records,
• Carrying out isolations and de-isolations as required,
• Preparation of work permits,
• Preparation of complex items of plant and equipment for maintenance,
• Preparation of complex items of plant and equipment for start-up operations.
• Production technicians are also expected to identify malfunctions or failures within the plant/process/equipment.
• Carry out first-line corrections if required by role.
• A production technician must be able to interpret Process & Instrumentation Drawings (P&ID).
• Production technicians should be fully familiar with and competent to operate essential safety equipment.
• Undertake task-based risk assessments and mitigate hazards following company procedures.
• Communicate effectively in various formats (verbal, written, I.T.) with team members for information transfer and shift handover.
• Have an understanding of industrial processes and practices.

Qualifications

Prerequisite/Premobilisation Qualification Requirements:

• (S)VQ Processing Operations: Hydrocarbons at Level 3 or relevant apprenticeship, or HNC/D with experience
• Suitable experience in the role

Knowledge & Skills

The production technician will:

• Have competencies to observe, gather, report process data, perform isolations, diagnose faults, and handle plant/process/equipment.
• Have knowledge of health, safety, environmental regulations, and safe working practices.
• Follow responsibilities regarding reporting lines and procedures.
• Understand preparation and reinstatement requirements for work areas, materials, and equipment.
• Suggest and develop modifications to improve plant/equipment safety and efficiency.
• Know which tools and equipment to use, and follow relevant procedures and safety standards.
• Recognize defects and faults, and take appropriate actions.
• Utilize digital information, technology, and equipment for work tasks and communication.
• Use permitting and authorization procedures to ensure safety.
• Read and interpret P&ID drawings, specifications, and standards.
• Identify defects and assist with remedial activities.
• Be aware of safe isolation and reinstatement guidance.

Technical Competencies

Competencies may include:

• Safe isolation and de-isolation,
• P&ID drawings,
• Safe systems of work.

Assurance of competence is usually achieved on-site.

Behaviours

• Suggest improvements for plant/process safety and efficiency.
• Establish effective working relationships and communicate clearly.
• Demonstrate teamwork and professionalism.
• Follow risk control strategies and procedures.
• Take ownership of tasks and procedures.
• Comply with procedures, standards, and legislation.
• Report procedural or work instruction deviations.
• Resolve problems promptly and report unresolved issues.
• Supervise and mentor others where appropriate.
• Coordinate work within teams and ensure effective handovers.
• Own personal development and set targets.
• Support operational targets and maintain records to minimize downtime.
• Maintain technical competence and skills.

About Us

Wood is a global leader in consulting and engineering, helping to solve challenges in energy and materials markets. We operate in 60 countries with around 35,000 employees. www.woodplc.com

Diversity Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer valuing diversity. All qualified applicants will be considered based on objective criteria, regardless of race, color, age, religion, gender, origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or other characteristics, in accordance with applicable laws.