Repair Technician

NOV; Gqeberha; Presencial; ZAR 420.000 - 600.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

NOV, a global leader in oil and gas technology, seeks a Repair Technician for the Aftermarket Group in Sub-Saharan Africa. You will repair and maintain NOV Rig Technologies equipment, ensuring compliance with quality standards and customer expectations.

The role covers disassembly, testing, and rework of top drives, roughnecks, pipe racking, BOPs, and sub-components, with focus on safety and continuous improvement in a team environment.

Formación

• Minimum National Diploma N6 in Mechanical Engineering or Trade Certificate (Fitter/Millwright).
• At least 5+ years with a Diploma or 6+ years with a Trade in mechanical repair.
• Strong background in mechanical and hydraulic systems; exposure to oil & gas environments is advantageous.
• Proficient in MS Excel, Word and Outlook; good report writing skills.

Responsabilidades

• Disassemble, inspect, refurbish, reassemble and test NOV Rig Technologies equipment (Top Drives, Roughnecks, Pipe Racking, BOPs and sub-components).
• Interpret assembly drawings; work with bearings, gearboxes and seal arrangements.
• Set up and conduct Factory Acceptance Tests (FATs) independently.
• Handle hydraulic and pneumatic components; troubleshoot and test high-pressure systems.
• Understand and troubleshoot electrical aspects within equipment assemblies.
• Read and follow specifications and BOMs; complete documentation for QA.
• Identify defects, prepare non-conformance reports and perform rework per engineering changes.
• Support on-time delivery, schedule adherence and achievement of quality targets.
• Contribute to safety and process improvements under NOV's BPA; perform facility maintenance as needed.

Conocimientos

Mechanical repair

Hydraulic systems

Electrical systems understanding

English (written and spoken)

Educación

National Diploma N6 in Mechanical Engineering

Trade Certificate: Fitter / Millwright

Herramientas

MS Excel

MS Word

MS Outlook

Descripción del empleo

Job Description

Join NOV, a global leader in oil and gas technology, as a Repair Technician. You'll be part of the Aftermarket Group, supporting Customer operations across Sub-Saharan Africa. Your primary focus will be on repairing and maintaining NOV Rig Technologies equipment, ensuring it meets the highest standards and customer expectations.

Job Description

Join NOV, a global leader in oil and gas technology, as a Repair Technician. You'll be part of the Aftermarket Group, supporting Customer operations across Sub-Saharan Africa. Your primary focus will be on repairing and maintaining NOV Rig Technologies equipment, ensuring it meets the highest standards and customer expectations.

Responsibilities

• Disassemble, inspect, refurbish, reassemble, and test NOV Rig Technologies equipment, including Top Drives, Roughnecks, Pipe Racking Systems, BOPs, and sub-components.
• Work with bearings, gearboxes, and seal arrangements, interpreting complex assembly drawings.
• Set up and conduct Factory Acceptance Tests (FATs) independently.
• Handle hydraulic and pneumatic components, interpret schematics, and troubleshoot systems, including high-pressure testing.
• Basic understanding and troubleshooting of electrical systems within the equipment assemblies.
• Read and follow specifications, BOMs, and procedures, completing necessary documentation for quality assurance.
• Identify defects, complete non-conformance reports, and perform rework as per engineering changes.
• Support on-time delivery, schedule adherence, and quality targets.
• Work in compliance with NOV's Global Repair Business Process Alignment (BPA), generating improvement ideas and ensuring safety.
• Complete facility maintenance tasks and work effectively as part of a team or individually.

Qualifications

• National Diploma N6 in Mechanical Engineering or Trade Certificate: Fitter / Millwright.
• 5+ years of experience with a Diploma or 6+ years with a Trade in mechanical repair.
• Strong background in mechanical and hydraulic systems.
• Experience in oil & gas, heavy plant, or heavy machinery environment is preferred.
• Exposure to machining, welding, and production processes is advantageous.
• Excellent report writing skills, a solid understanding of maintenance fundamentals, and computer literacy (MS Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Proficiency in written and spoken English.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with strong communication and collaboration skills.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and a commitment to continuous improvement.
• A passion for ensuring the highest quality standards in equipment repair and maintenance.