Maintenance Technician

National Oilwell Varco; Chennai District; On-site; INR 450,000 - 650,000; Full time

Job summary

National Oilwell Varco in Chennai is seeking a maintenance professional to plan, coordinate, and execute preventive maintenance across facility infrastructure, including building works, HVAC, electrical, and mechanical systems. You will use the Max-Maintenance Portal to manage PM programs and ensure reliable operation of critical equipment.

The role requires 5+ years in heavy machinery environments, ability to read drawings, overtime readiness, and strong MS Office skills.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Electrical Engineering or the equivalent with an electrical C-License.
• Minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience in heavy machinery environment.
• Able to read technical drawings/manual to carry out maintenance work independently.
• Able to commit to overtime work.
• Computer literacy including MS Office Excel, Word and Outlook.
• Familiar with HSE regulations and practices.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and monitor Preventive Maintenance (PM) programs for facility infrastructure, including building works and systems using the Max-Maintenance Portal.
• Coordinate maintenance activities for mechanical equipment to ensure operational reliability.
• Respond promptly to maintenance requests and perform or coordinate repairs.
• Process Purchase Requisitions, Purchase Orders, and Purchase Order Receiving to support maintenance operations.
• Assist in supervising outsourced cleaning and security contractors per KPIs and contract requirements.
• Provide operational support and backup coverage for the Facilities Department during staff absences or peak workload periods.
• Carry out additional facility-related duties and special assignments as required.
• Ensure full compliance with NOV HSE policies, SOPs, and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Reading technical drawings

Overtime commitment

HSE compliance awareness

MS Office proficiency

Education

Diploma in Electrical Engineering with electrical C-License

Tools

Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)

Job description

• Ensure all facilities, utilities, and mechanical equipment are maintained in optimal operating condition through an effective Preventive Maintenance (PM) program.


• Minimize equipment downtime and facility disruptions by providing timely maintenance and repair services.


• Support efficient procurement and maintenance planning through accurate processing of purchase requisitions, purchase orders, and goods receiving.


• Monitor contractor performance to ensure cleaning, security, and other facility services meet established KPIs and contractual requirements.


• Maintain a safe, compliant, and productive work environment by adhering to NOV HSE policies and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and monitor Preventive Maintenance (PM) programs for facility infrastructure, including building works, HVAC systems, electrical systems, fire protection systems, security access systems, landscaping, pest control, and other facility assets using the Max-Maintenance Portal.


• Coordinate maintenance activities for mechanical equipment such as overhead cranes, welding machines, forklifts, air compressors, and related equipment to ensure operational reliability.


• Respond promptly to maintenance requests and perform or coordinate repairs for building fixtures, plumbing, mechanical, and electrical systems across offices, workshops, warehouses, and all three NOV facilities.


• Process Purchase Requisitions (PR), Purchase Orders (PO), and Purchase Order Receiving to support maintenance and facility operations.


• Assist in supervising outsourced cleaning and security contractors, ensuring services are delivered in accordance with agreed Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and contract requirements.


• Provide operational support and backup coverage for the Facilities Department during staff absences or peak workload periods.


• Carry out additional facility-related duties and special assignments as required to support business operations.


• Ensure full compliance with NOV Health, Safety, Environment (HSE) policies, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and all applicable regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Electrical Engineering or the equivalentwith an electrical C-License.


• Minimum of 5 years of hands‑on experience in heavy machinery environment.


• Able to read technical drawings/manual to carry out maintenance work independently.


• Able to commit to overtime work


• Computer literacy (including good command of Microsoft Office Excel, Word and Outlook)


• Familiar with HSE regulations and practices

About Us

Every day, the oil and gas industry’s best minds put more than 150 years of experience to work to help our customers achieve lasting success.

We Power the Industry that Powers the World

Throughout every region in the world and across every area of drilling and production, our family of companies has provided the technical expertise, advanced equipment, and operational support necessary for success—now and in the future.

Global Family

We are a global family of thousands of individuals, working as one team to create a lasting impact for ourselves, our customers, and the communities where we live and work.

Purposeful Innovation

Through purposeful business innovation, product creation, and service delivery, we are driven to power the industry that powers the world better.

Service Above All

This drives us to anticipate our customers’ needs and work with them to deliver the finest products and services on time and on budget.

About the Team

Corporate

Our family of companies is supported by our global Corporate teams, providing expert knowledge from functions including Human Resources, Information Technology, Compliance, Finance, QHSE, Marketing and Legal centers of expertise. We are structured to provide guidance and service above all to all our business operations.

Job Info

• Job Identification 43286


• Job Category Maintenance


• Posting Date 08/07/2026, 05:15 AM


• Apply Before 09/30/2026, 05:00 AM


• Job Schedule Full time


• Locations No. 11 A/2, 1st Street, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, 600098, IN