Repair Technician

Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape, South Africa Posted 2d Leaves the board in 5 days
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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.

  • 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.
  • 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.