Maintenance Technician

RIG Technologies; Chennai District; On-site; INR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

RIG Technologies invites applications for a Facilities Maintenance role based in Chennai. You will plan, coordinate, and monitor preventive maintenance for facility infrastructure including HVAC, electrical, and safety systems, and supervise mechanical equipment maintenance to ensure reliability.

The role requires a Diploma in Electrical Engineering with a C-License, plus 5+ years in a heavy machinery environment, and strong communication and MS Office skills.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Electrical Engineering or equivalent with electrical C-License.
• 5+ years hands-on experience in heavy machinery environment.
• Ability to read technical drawings/manuals and carry out maintenance independently.
• Strong written communication skills.
• Willingness to work overtime.
• Computer literacy (Excel, Word, Outlook); familiarity with HSE regulations and SOPs.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and monitor Preventive Maintenance programs for facility infrastructure (HVAC, electrical, fire protection, security, landscaping, pest control, etc.).
• Coordinate maintenance activities for mechanical equipment (overhead cranes, welding machines, forklifts, air compressors).
• Respond promptly to maintenance requests and coordinate repairs across offices, workshops, warehouses, and all facilities.
• Process Purchase Requisitions, Purchase Orders, and PO Receiving to support operations.
• Assist in supervising outsourced cleaning and security contractors to meet KPIs and contracts.
• Provide operational support for the Facilities Department during staff absences or peak workloads.
• Carry out additional facility duties as required to support operations.
• Ensure full compliance with NOV HSE policies, SOPs, and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Preventive maintenance

Reading technical drawings

Office suite (Excel, Word, Outlook)

Written communication

Overtime willingness

HSE/SOP familiarity

Education

Diploma in Electrical Engineering

Electrical C-License

Tools

Max-Maintenance Portal

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).

• 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.
• Good written communication skills
• Able to commit to overtime work
• Computer literacy (including good command of Microsoft Office Excel, Word and Outlook)
• Familiar with HSE regulations and practices

• 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.