Job Title: Hydraulic Technician – Offshore Jackup Rig
Location: Offshore Qatar (North Field, Halul Island, or Contracted Rigs) Employment Type: Rotational (e.g., 41 days on/21 days off) Reporting To: Chief Mechanic / Maintenance Supervisor
Key Responsibilities
1. Hydraulic System Maintenance
· Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain critical hydraulic systems:
o Jacking systems (rack & pinion, hydraulic elevators)
o BOP controls (blowout preventer hydraulic units)
o Crane & winch hydraulics
o Power pack units and accumulator systems
2. Inspection & Testing
· Conduct pressure tests and leak detection on hydraulic circuits
· Perform fluid analysis and filter replacement
· Calibrate pressure relief valves and control systems
3. Emergency Response
· Rapidly diagnose and resolve hydraulic failures (e.g., jacking system leaks)
· Support well control emergencies involving BOP hydraulics
4. Safety & Compliance
· Follow Qatar Energy (QP) safety standards for high-pressure systems
· Maintain hose management program (inspection/replacement schedule)
Requirements
Qualifications & Certifications
Mandatory:
· 3+ years hydraulic experience (offshore/oil & gas preferred)
· BOSIET/FOET with HUET (Offshore Survival & Helicopter Escape)
· Qatar Ministry of Public Health Medical Certificate
Preferred:
· Certification in Hydraulic Systems (e.g., Bosch Rexroth, Parker Hannifin)
· Experience with PLC-controlled hydraulic systems
Benefits
· Overtime pay (No overtime required – Strictly 12 hour shift)
· Safety bonuses (for incident-free rotations)
· Flight Ticket : Each crew change from Doha – Home country - Doha