Mechanical Technician

Duty staion South Sudan (Project Scope of Work)

Reports To: Foreman/Supervisor

Basic Function and Scope:

Undertakes the maintenance and repair of mechanical equipment at the FPF and FSF facilities. Includes ensuring accurate maintenance records and availability of a sufficient stock of mechanical spare parts and consumables.

Assists in the development and implementation of the maintenance management systems and liaises with Department staff as required.

Assists in the preparation of the annual maintenance operating (OPEX) and capital (CAPEX) budgets for the field FPF and FSF facilities.

Undertakes all activities under his control to ensure that the Company Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) policies and procedures are fully implemented and adhered to, so that Loss Prevention is maximized.

Tasks and Duties:

Undertakes and ensures that the Company Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) policies and procedures are fully implemented and adhered to, so that Loss Prevention is maximised. Assists in the review of "hot and cold work permits" to ensure safe operational completion of mechanical maintenance activities.

Undertakes all activities to achieve work quality in accordance with the Company QA/QC standards and procedures.

Undertakes daily inspection of equipment located in his area of operation, identifies mechanical problems, if any, and carries out necessary repairs to minimise equipment downtime, thus maximising oil production.

Undertakes vibration tests and other routine day to day mechanical maintenance activities required to keep equipment in satisfactory condition. Includes checking lube oil and filters and changing as required.

Undertakes the preparation and implementation of an accurate maintenance record for all equipment in his area of responsibility. Includes preparing report on equipment performance, frequency of breakdowns and repairs carried out. Forwards reports to supervisor for action.

Undertakes mechanical maintenance work schedules to meet operational work programmes efficiently. Includes developing preventive maintenance based on manufacturers recommendations, discussing progress reports and determining directional objectives.

Assists in the development of maintenance plans for the field FPF and FSF. Includes determining optimal shut-downs for hot and cold work to minimise down time and optimise production.

Assists the production staff during all plant or equipment start-ups and shut-downs.

Assists in the preparation of the annual maintenance operating (OPEX) and capital (CAPEX) budgets for the field FPF and FSF facilities. Includes analysis of deviations and preparation of reconciliations accordingly, by reviewing expenditures, confirming with actual budget, making necessary adjustments, forecasting following year's additional expenses. Submits to supervisor for review.

Undertakes control of the requirements for strategic mechanical spare parts, consumables, equipment and maintenance tools to minimise production down time. Undertakes the preparation of the detailed annual stock set-ups in conjunction with concerned personnel. Includes reviewing mechanical stock status and requesting replenishment as and when required based on expected consumption.

Participates in the investigation of suggestions for plant modifications and improvements. Reviews plant modification proposals and discusses specific project proposals with supervisor to determine priorities.

Assists in the administration and monitoring of various contractors involved in the provision of maintenance services at the field FPF and FSF facilities. Includes assisting in the identification of requirements, the preparation of tender documents, answering bidders queries, carrying out technical and commercial evaluations of the bids and recommending successful bidders.

Undertakes other similar or related duties such as performing tests on equipment, keeping abreast of the latest manufacturers catalogues, preparing reports on historical performance of machinery and equipment.

Qualification & Experience

Possess minimum certificate in engineering or equivalent.

Possess minimum 8 years experience in plant operation as a Mechanical Technician in oil & gas facilities. Familiar with maintenance of pumps.

Duration of contract: 1 year

Duration of contract

The duration of this CONTRACT shall commence from the Effective Date and remain in force for a period of twelve (12) calendar months or until terminated earlier as provided herein the CONTRACT.

Client reserves the right to extend this contract for an additional twelve (12) months; by giving at least thirty (30) days notice prior to expiry of the initial Contract period.

The client Responsibilities

Client will provide transport within the field WORK SITES.

Client will provide accommodation and meals to the personnel are on work rotation at the field WORK SITES.

Client will provide first aid and medical facilities on work rotation at the field

Client will provide visa

Supplier Responsibilities

To provide CV’s of 250 prospective candidates

To ensure that candidates fit into the job description attached along.

To provide air-tickets to and from destinations for candidates.

To replace any unsuitable candidates at no extra cost to the client

To confirm the offered monthly rate for each category (monthly rate will include 15% for local tax)

(Candidates are required to work 6 working days in a week and each working day comprises of 12 hours)