Work Preparator Electric Instrumentation

Akira Energy; Den Helder; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Akira Energy is seeking an experienced Work Preparator Electric Instrumentation in Den Helder, The Netherlands. You will translate maintenance needs into prepared work packages for onshore and offshore facilities, ensuring safe, timely execution.

You will liaise with Operations, Planning and Procurement to coordinate resources, materials and services, with offshore visits as part of the role and a strong focus on safety and quality.

Qualifications

• MBO Level 4 qualification or equivalent in Electrical/Instrumentation.
• CompEx certification or equivalent qualification.
• Competent Person HV/LV qualification beneficial.
• Willingness to undertake offshore visits and medically fit.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose problems and propose effective solutions with technicians and operations.
• Prepare comprehensive maintenance work packages with scopes, materials and services.
• Coordinate preventive and corrective maintenance for electrical/instrumentation systems.
• Create and update work orders and SAP task lists.
• Identify materials, raise purchase requisitions, and track availability.
• Ensure readiness of work packages for execution and coordinate with offshore teams.
• Support risk assessments and HSSE compliance in maintenance activities.
• Collaborate with planners, supervisors and stakeholders for efficient maintenance.

Skills

Analytical skills

Technical problem solving

Organisational skills

Dutch/English bilingual

Education

MBO Level 4 qualification (Electrical Engineering / Instrumentation)

CompEx certification

HV/LV Competent Person

Tools

SAP

CMMS

Job description

Akira Energy is looking for an experienced Work Preparator Electric Instrumentation for one of our clients in the Dutch offshore oil and gas industry.

The position is based in Den Helder, The Netherlands, where you will become part of the Maintenance Execution team. This is primarily an onshore, office-based role, involving regular visits to offshore production facilities in the Dutch North Sea and the gas treatment facility in Den Helder.

As an Work Preparator Electric Instrumentation, you will play a key role in ensuring the reliability, integrity and performance of electrical and instrumentation systems. You will be responsible for translating maintenance requirements into well-prepared work packages, identifying technical solutions and ensuring that maintenance activities can be executed safely, efficiently and according to schedule.

You will work closely with Operations, Maintenance Engineering, Planning, Procurement, Supply Chain, contractors and offshore personnel, acting as an important link between onshore support and offshore operations.

Key Responsibilities

As an Work Preparator Electric Instrumentation, your main responsibilities will include:

• Diagnose technical problems and identify effective solutions in collaboration with maintenance technicians and operational teams.

• Prepare comprehensive maintenance work packages, including work scopes, required disciplines, materials, tools, equipment and external services.

• Prepare and coordinate preventive and corrective maintenance activities for electrical and instrumentation systems.

• Create, maintain and update work orders and task lists in SAP.

• Identify required materials and spare parts, create purchase requisitions and monitor material availability.

• Verify the correct receipt and availability of materials and equipment, both onshore and offshore.

• Ensure maintenance work packages are complete and ready for execution.

• Identify shutdown requirements, operational restrictions and resource dependencies.

• Support the preparation of risk assessments and ensure compliance with HSSE procedures and standards.

• Coordinate maintenance activities with planners, Maintenance Supervisors, Offshore Installation Managers and other stakeholders.

• Liaise with Procurement, Supply Chain, vendors and contractors regarding technical requirements and resource availability.

• Work closely with offshore and onshore warehouse teams to locate, organise and manage maintenance materials.

• Collect feedback from technicians to improve work package quality and maintenance preparation processes.

• Participate in planning and coordination meetings to ensure effective maintenance execution.

Qualifications & Requirements

We are looking for a technically skilled and proactive professional with a strong background in electrical and instrumentation maintenance, preferably within the offshore oil and gas industry.

Education & Certifications

• Minimum MBO Level 4 technical qualification or equivalent in Electrical Engineering, Instrumentation, Measurement & Control Engineering or a related technical discipline.

• CompEx certification or an equivalent qualification.

• Qualification as a Competent Person for High and Low Voltage installations (Vakbekwaam Persoon Hoog- en Laagspanning).

• Medically fit and willing to undertake regular offshore visits.

Technical Knowledge & Experience

• Relevant experience in electrical and instrumentation maintenance within an industrial environment, preferably in the oil and gas sector.

• Proven experience in technical work preparation and maintenance coordination.

• Strong knowledge of electrical and instrumentation equipment, materials, tools and maintenance procedures.

• Ability to read, interpret and apply electrical drawings, wiring diagrams, technical specifications, equipment manuals and maintenance documentation.

• Experience using Computerised Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS), particularly SAP, for work preparation and material management.

• Basic knowledge of instrumentation systems, including transmitter calibration.

• Basic understanding of Fire & Gas detection and protection systems.

• Ability to analyse complex technical problems and translate solutions into executable maintenance work packages.

• Knowledge of industrial safety hazards, risk assessments and appropriate safety precautions.

• Experience coordinating maintenance activities and scheduling requirements with multiple stakeholders.

Personal Skills

• Good command of both Dutch and English, written and spoken (mandatory).

• Strong analytical and technical problem-solving skills.

• Excellent organisational and communication abilities.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a demanding operational environment.

• Proactive, independent and solution-oriented working approach.

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety and quality.

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with operators, engineers, vendors, contractors and management.

• Comfortable working under pressure and adapting to changing operational priorities.

• A collaborative mindset with a strong focus on operational efficiency and continuous improvement.

Working Location & Conditions

The position is based at the client's onshore office in Den Helder, North Holland, The Netherlands.

The role involves working closely with both onshore and offshore operational teams. Although the primary workplace is in Den Helder, regular visits to offshore production installations in the Dutch North Sea are an integral part of the position.

This is a full-time position of 40 hours per week, with an anticipated start date in November 2026.