Senior Compressor Technician

Anton; Kuwait City; On-site; KWD 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Anton Oilfield Services Group is recruiting a Maintenance Engineer for our On Sync Energy Management Services Department. The role focuses on maintenance, inspection, and troubleshooting of compressor systems, including MP/LP units, in Kuwait City.

You will collaborate with maintenance teams to resolve mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation issues while adhering to global standards. Requirements include a Diploma in Mechanical Engineering and at least six years in compressor maintenance

Qualifications

• Diploma in Mechanical Engineering is required.
• Minimum 6 years of compressor maintenance experience in oil & gas, refinery, or petrochemical.
• Strong hands-on experience with medium- and low‑pressure compressors and rotating equipment.
• Familiarity with international standards and codes for compressor maintenance.
• Experience in troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation issues.
• Knowledge of HAZOP, risk assessment, lifecycle cost analysis, and reliability improvement is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance, inspection, and troubleshooting of rotating equipment, especially MP and LP compressors.
• Diagnose and resolve mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation issues with maintenance teams.
• Participate in HAZOP reviews for compressor systems and support action on recommendations.
• Ensure maintenance and operations comply with relevant international standards and codes.
• Conduct lifecycle cost analysis, risk assessments, and reliability improvement studies.
• Provide technical support during project execution and maintenance to improve compressor performance and safety.

Skills

Rotating equipment

Troubleshooting

HAZOP knowledge

Risk assessment

Education

Diploma in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Anton Oilfield Services Group is a globally leading independent integrated oilfield technology services company, operating across major oil and gas production regions worldwide. The business covers oilfield technical services, oilfield management services, oil and gas development operations, natural gas utilization, AI-enabled solutions, and platform collaboration. Anton Group employs approximately 7,000 staff from over 30 countries and regions. Anton’s long-term goal is to become a world-leading green energy technical services company, growing together with its clients and talent to promote high-quality development in the energy industry.

About the Role.

Department: On Sync Energy Management Services Company.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance, inspection, and troubleshooting of rotating equipment, particularly process gas compressors, including medium-pressure (MP) and low-pressure (LP) compressors.
• Diagnose and resolve mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation issues in coordination with maintenance teams.
• Participate in HAZOP reviews for compressor systems, evaluate operational risks, and support the resolution of identified HAZOP recommendations.
• Ensure compressor maintenance and operations comply with applicable international engineering standards and equipment codes.
• Conduct lifecycle cost analysis, risk assessments, and value improvement studies to identify cost-reduction and equipment reliability opportunities.
• Provide technical support during project execution and maintenance activities to improve compressor performance, safety, and operational efficiency.

Qualification Requirements

• Diploma in Mechanical Engineering.
• Minimum 6 years of experience in compressor maintenance and servicing within the Oil & Gas, refinery, or petrochemical industry.
• Strong hands‑on experience with process gas compressors, particularly medium‑pressure and low‑pressure compressor systems.
• Good knowledge of rotating equipment, compressor maintenance practices, and applicable international standards and codes.
• Experience in troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation-related compressor issues.
• Familiarity with HAZOP, risk assessment, lifecycle cost analysis, and equipment reliability improvement.