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. The business unit is characterized by its rigorous commitment to service quality, safety standards, and operational excellence, with a workforce focused on adhering to strict NOV Service Manual guidelines, Quality Management System procedures, and comprehensive Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) policies. 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 Service Technician, NOV Downhole your primary job role is to 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 Service 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 service 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.
• Assembly, disassembly, and testing of Tools in accordance with Service Manual and Standard Service Procedure requirements ensuring the highest level of service quality.
• Competent use of measuring equipment and knowledge of wear limit specifications to ensure accurate dimensional measurements of components
• Review of NDT Inspection Reports to verify component conditions and accurate data entry and completion of EDS Service documentation
• 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
• Identify potential internal ITrax issues during incoming function testing tool disassembles, highlight findings to workshop Supervisors and assist DSE/Reliability personnel with tool investigations
• 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
• Scope for UK and overseas work at NOV and customer locations

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

Essential:

• Previous experience within similar Service job role
• Experience of Service Quality Systems and Processes
• Knowledge of Downhole Drilling Tools and servicing
• Computer literacy including good knowledge of Microsoft application.
• Good communication skills
• Practical training on all essential workshop equipment incl. TM Unit, Overhead Crane, Forklift, Gas Safety, Abrasive wheels
• Ability to understand the business needs and drivers
• Delivers solutions and decisions that are effective and constructively impacts bot NOV and our customer's organisations

Desirable:

• Technical qualification related to the job role
• Specific tool service and workshop experience
• Competent use of measuring equipment
• Knowledge of NOV Service related applications EDS and any associated systems such as TAT, JDE etc.

WHAT WE OFFER:

• Medical insurance - comprehensive medical coverage with a family extension option
• Employee Assistant Program - mental health resources and personal guidance for any issue you may be facing
• Life and disability insurance with global 24/7 coverage covered 100% by the company
• Business Travel Insurance protects you if you are asked to travel on Company business away from your home country or normal place of work.
• International SOS to provide support, guidance, and emergency assistance to all our employees who travel on Company business.