Repair & Maintenance Technician

oilandgasjobsearch.com; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global energy services company in Aberdeen is seeking an experienced Repair & Maintenance Technician. In this hands-on role, you will be responsible for inspecting, repairing, and maintaining oil and gas field tools. Candidates should have 5-8 years of relevant experience, with strong technical troubleshooting skills and a commitment to safety compliance. This position offers the opportunity to work within a dedicated team that values innovation and quality.

Qualifications

• 5-8+ years of experience in the Oil & Gas industry is preferred.
• Experience with hydraulics and mechanics would be beneficial.
• Physical capability to perform required tasks.

Responsibilities

• Perform complete maintenance cycle on field tools.
• Inspect parts to determine dimensional requirements.
• Operate lifting equipment and machinery safely.

Skills

Technical troubleshooting

Problem-solving abilities

Basic computer skills

Time management skills

Job description

Job Overview:
Weatherford have a great opportunity for an experienced Repair & Maintenance (R&M) Technician to join the team at Altens, Aberdeen. The R&M Technician is a hands-on technical role responsible for the inspection, repair, and maintenance of oil and gas field tools at Weatherford's Aberdeen facility. The position involves working with specialized equipment and following detailed technical procedures to prepare tools for field deployment.

Responsibilities:

• Technical Duties: Perform complete maintenance cycle: receiving, dismantling, repairing, and refurbishing field tools using technical manuals and procedures.
• Inspect parts using precision measuring instruments to determine dimensional requirements.
• Repair machines, equipment, and structures using specialized tools and testing devices.
• Complete all required documentation, work orders, and quality checks throughout the maintenance process.
• Operate lifting equipment, forklifts, and other machinery for safe movement of equipment.
• Process incoming and outgoing shipments with proper documentation.

Safety & Compliance:

• Maintain highest standards of HSE compliance and follow Weatherford's Rules to Live By.
• Participate in safety meetings, toolbox talks, and Job Hazard Analysis (JHA).
• Work safely with hazardous materials, radioactive elements, and explosives.
• Demonstrate awareness of NDT, NDE, and ATEX policies and principles.

Quality & Operations:

• Follow Weatherford's Quality Management System and contribute to continuous improvement.
• Maintain accurate time tracking in the Work Order system.
• Support LEAN initiatives and efficiency improvement programs.
• Maintain equipment, facilities, and work areas in safe condition.

Requirements:

• 5-8+ years of experience in the Oil & Gas industry is preferred.
• Experience with hydraulics and mechanics would be beneficial.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to perform mathematical calculations.
• Strong technical troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.
• Good reading, writing, and time management skills.
• Physical capability to perform required tasks.
• Experience with quality control processes.

About Us:
Weatherford is a leading global energy services company. Our world-class experts partner with customers to optimize their resources and realize the full potential of their assets. Across our operating locations, including manufacturing, research and development, service, and training facilities, operators choose us for strategic solutions that add efficiency, flexibility, and responsibility to any energy operation.

When you join Weatherford, you instantly feel connected to something bigger - a community that is grounded by our core values and driven to create innovative solutions for our customers. We celebrate each other's successes, grow together, and learn from each other constantly. Individually, we are impressive. Together, we are unstoppable. We are One Weatherford.

Weatherford is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.