JOB DESCRIPTION

NOV Downhole Romania represents a critical operational unit within the National Oilwell Varco global enterprise, specializing in comprehensive technical support and maintenance of drilling, fishing, and information/communication technology (ICT) tools for the oil and gas industry. Through a dedicated team of technicians and assistant technicians, the unit provides essential maintenance, repair, and support services, ensuring high-performance standards in tool servicing while maintaining a meticulously organized and safety-conscious workplace environment that supports the broader objectives of precision engineering and industrial service delivery in the energy sector.

As Assistant Technician, NOV Downhole your primary job role is to assist technicians on service all Tools to the highest level of service quality in accordance with all NOV Service Manual work instructions, standard service, and Quality Management System procedures. All work tasks must be undertaken and equipment operated adhering to all Job Safety Analysis and related Risk Assessments. The Assistance Technician role has abroad range of tasks involved with individuals taking responsibility for understanding and conforming to PPE, Quality and HSE Policies. The job role is primary to assist the technicians in servicing the Downhole range of Drilling, Fishing, and ICT Tools but additional general workshop duties is required to assist the operation. Service personnel also have direct responsibility for workshop housekeeping and should be proactive in maintaining a clean and organised workplace.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Adhere to all Downhole HSEQ Policies and procedures and ensure PPE guidelines are followed
• Extensive safe and efficient use of all workshop Service and lifting equipment following all applicable risk assessments and JSA's.
• Assist the assembly, disassembly, and testing of Tools in accordance with Service Manual and Standard Service Procedure requirements ensuring the highest level of service quality.
• Responsible for maintaining a high standard of housekeeping and participating in preventive maintenance system to ensure workshop equipment checks are completed and non-conforming issues reported.
• Participate in 5S implementation and maintenance within the facility and ensure 5S principles are followed and adhered to
• Assist with general workshop duties when required including cleaning/preparing tools. Painting of tools to prepare for dispatch, general goods in-out assisting with loading/unloading of truck and any other ad-hoc duties
• Participate in product and HSE training as required and have an active role in the D&I Competency System completing HSE and Product Units
• Participate in Downhole Observation Reporting System to identify potential hazards within the workplace
• Interact with all workshop/warehouse personnel to ensure a safe and efficient workplace. Proactive involvement in the HSEQ System to participate in Workshop
• Inspections, Risk Assessment Reviews, HSEQ meetings etc.
• Participate in on-call rota as required

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• Technical certification as a school technician or equivalent technical role
• Proven workshop experience in technical fields related to drilling operations
• Comprehensive knowledge of downhole drilling tools and services
• Strong technical aptitude and practical skills
• Demonstrated ability to adapt to complex technical work environments
• Certified operation of overhead crane and forklift equipment
• Strong computer literacy with proficiency in relevant technical software
• Basic professional experience (preferred but not mandatory)
• Solid understanding of oil and gas industry practices and standards
• Ability to work effectively in educational or technical support environments
• Fluent Romanian language skills (mandatory requirement)
• English language communication skills at B1 level or equivalent
• Dynamic personality with excellent interpersonal skills
• Strong adaptability and collaborative approach