Monday, May 18, 2026

🚨 Urgent Hiring: Experienced Technicians for Major Oil & Gas Maintenance Project (Onshore & Offshore)

🚨 Urgent Hiring: Experienced Technicians for Major Oil & Gas Maintenance Project (Onshore & Offshore)
🚨 Urgent Hiring: Experienced Technicians for Major Oil & Gas Maintenance Project (Onshore & Offshore)


We are currently recruiting a large number of highly skilled and certified professionals for a long-term Oil and Gas Maintenance Project in the region. This is an excellent career opportunity for candidates with strong hands-on experience in the upstream and downstream oil & gas sector.

We are looking for motivated, safety-conscious, and technically competent individuals to join our growing team in the following positions:

Available Positions

Leadership Roles:

  • Lead Instrument Technician
  • Lead Electrical Technician
  • Lead Analyzer Technician
  • Lead Metering Technician
  • Lead Rigger

Technical Roles:

  • Instrument Technician
  • Electrical Technician
  • Analyzer Technician
  • Metering Technician
  • Fire and Gas Technician
  • Rigger
  • Welder
  • Deck Crew – Offshore (Rigger & Scaffold)

About the Project

This is a prestigious, long-term maintenance and shutdown contract for one of the leading oil & gas operators. The project involves preventive maintenance, corrective maintenance, shutdown activities, and turnaround support on both onshore facilities and offshore platforms. Candidates will work in a high-standard, safety-driven environment with state-of-the-art equipment and international best practices.

Job Descriptions & Requirements

1. Lead Instrument Technician

  • Minimum 8–10 years of experience in oil & gas industry.
  • Extensive knowledge of DCS, PLC, SCADA, field instruments, control valves, transmitters, and shutdown systems.
  • Strong leadership and team management skills.
  • Experience in shutdown, commissioning, and troubleshooting.

2. Lead Electrical Technician

  • 8+ years experience in electrical maintenance of oil & gas facilities.
  • Expertise in HV/LV switchgear, motors, generators, transformers, and power distribution systems.
  • Knowledge of hazardous area classification (Ex-proof equipment).

3. Lead Analyzer Technician

  • Minimum 7–10 years experience with process analyzers (GC, pH, O2, H2S, moisture, etc.).
  • Strong background in analyzer shelter maintenance and calibration.

4. Lead Metering Technician

  • Proven experience in fiscal metering systems, flow meters, and custody transfer applications.
  • Knowledge of orifice, turbine, ultrasonic, and Coriolis meters.

5–8. Instrument / Electrical / Analyzer / Metering Technicians

  • Minimum 5+ years relevant experience in oil & gas.
  • Relevant technical diploma or certificate (ITI / NCTVT / equivalent).
  • Hands-on experience with maintenance, calibration, troubleshooting, and loop checking.

9. Fire and Gas Technician

  • Experience with Fire & Gas detection systems, detectors, alarms, and deluge systems.
  • Knowledge of SIL-rated systems and cause & effect matrices.

10–11. Lead Rigger & Rigger

  • Certified Riggers with valid offshore certificates (OPITO / BOSIET / H2S).
  • Experience in heavy lifting, rigging operations, and offshore deck activities.
  • Strong knowledge of rigging standards and safety procedures.

12. Welder

  • Certified Welder (6G / 3G) with experience in structural and piping welding.
  • TIG, ARC, MIG experience preferred.
  • Oil & gas shutdown and maintenance background.

13. Deck Crew – Offshore (Rigger / Scaffold)

  • Experienced offshore deck crew with valid offshore survival and medical certificates.
  • Scaffolding and rigging experience highly preferred.

Key Requirements for All Positions:

  • Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in Oil & Gas (Upstream preferred)
  • Valid offshore certificates (BOSIET, H2S, Medical, etc.) for offshore positions
  • Strong commitment to HSE standards and zero-incident culture
  • Ability to work in rotational shifts and challenging environments
  • Good English communication skills
  • Relevant technical certifications and trade qualifications
  • Age below 45 years (preferred)

What We Offer:

  • Attractive salary packages with performance bonuses
  • Long-term employment opportunity
  • Free accommodation, transportation, and meals
  • Medical insurance coverage
  • Annual leave and air ticket (as per company policy)
  • Career growth and professional development opportunities
  • Multicultural and dynamic work environment

This is a golden opportunity for experienced oil & gas technicians looking for stable, high-paying jobs with excellent benefits in a major maintenance project.


How to Apply:

Interested and qualified candidates are requested to send their updated CV with recent photograph, current salary, expected salary, and availability at the earliest to:

📧 ram.nair@petnetindia.com

Please mention the Position Applied For in the subject line.

Example: "Lead Instrument Technician – Application"

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.