Instrument Technician

Job Responsibilities Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on field instruments, including transmitters, control valves, flow meters, analyzers, and DCS/PLC systems. Troubleshoot instrument faults and calibrate pressure, temperature, level, and flow instruments. Maintain and test Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS), including functional safety and SIL verification. Inspect hazardous-area instrumentation and ensure compliance with applicable safety standards. Conduct instrument loop testing, installation, commissioning, and turnaround maintenance. Maintain calibration records, work orders, and equipment history using CMMS. Interpret P&IDs, loop diagrams, and technical drawings to diagnose instrumentation issues. Comply with HSE requirements, including LOTO, PTW, PPE, and JSA procedures. Qualifications Diploma in Instrumentation/Control Engineering or equivalent. Minimum 6 years of oil and gas instrumentation maintenance experience. Hands-on experience with DCS/PLC systems, preferably Yokogawa, Honeywell, or Siemens. Proficiency in instrument calibration, loop testing, 4–20 mA signals, HART protocols, and control valves. Knowledge of SIS, SIL verification, hazardous-area equipment, and ISA/IEC/API/ATEX standards. Familiarity with CMMS (SAP PM/Maximo), HART communicators, and calibration tools. ISA CCST or equivalent certification preferred; Functional Safety certification is an advantage. H₂S Awareness and Confined Space Entry certifications preferred. Fluency in written and spoken English; Arabic is an advantage. Ability to work at heights, and in confined spaces.