Electronic Technician

We are seeking an experienced Electronics Technician to join our clients Jackup rig which is currently in the UAE and will later move to South America.

Job Overview: The Electronics Technician is responsible for the installation maintenance calibration and troubleshooting of all electronic control and instrumentation systems onboard a jack-up drilling rig. This role ensures safe reliable and continuous drilling operations by maintaining critical control systems and equipment.

Key Responsibilities:

Maintenance & Troubleshooting

• Maintain and repair electronic control systems PLCs and instrumentation equipment.
• Troubleshoot faults in drilling control systems power management and automation systems.
• Ensure proper functioning of sensors transmitters and control valves.

Calibration & Testing

• Perform routine calibration of pressure temperature flow and level instruments.
• Conduct loop checks and function testing of control systems.
• Maintain calibration records and certificates.

Control Systems & Automation

• Work with PLC SCADA and DCS systems (e.g. drilling control systems BOP control systems).
• Assist in software diagnostics and system upgrades.
• Monitor system performance and optimize reliability.

Electrical & Safety Systems

• Support maintenance of power distribution and electrical instrumentation interfaces.
• Maintain fire & gas detection systems and emergency shutdown (ESD) systems.
• Ensure compliance with hazardous area (Ex) requirements.

Drilling Equipment Support

• Maintain instrumentation on: Top drive systems Mud pumps Draw works BOP (Blowout Preventer) control systems.

Documentation & Compliance

• Maintain logs reports and maintenance records.
• Follow company procedures and industry standards (API IEC etc.).
• Participate in audits and safety drills.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in Electronics or Instrumentation or Electrical Engineering.
• Experience of 3 years on offshore jack-up rigs or drilling units.
• Familiarity with major OEM systems (e.g. drilling control systems PLC brands).
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills.
• Knowledge of PLC systems Instrument calibration tools Hazardous area equipment.
• Ability to read P&IDs loop diagrams and wiring schematics.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Strict adherence to HSE (Health Safety & Environment) standards.