Offshore Instrument Technician

Join our client a leading Oil & Gas operator, as an Instrument Technician on their offshore assets in the UK North Sea.

This vital role offers hands-on experience working within a skilled multi-disciplinary team to maintain and operate critical offshore processing facilities.

You will play a key part in ensuring safe, efficient processing of gas from offshore fields—making a direct impact on production success and operational safety.

Required Skills

• Proven expertise in maintenance, calibration, and testing of instrumentation equipment including fire & gas detection systems, shutdown/blowdown valves, pressure, temperature, and level transmitters.
• Strong knowledge of Safety Instrumented Systems and nucleonic devices.
• Competent in using Maximo or similar maintenance management software for work order completion and reporting.
• Ability to work safely offshore following Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) standards.
• Effective collaboration and communication skills within multi-skilled technical and operational teams.

Nice to Have Skills

• Experience working on both fixed and portable analyzers for flammable and toxic gas detection.
• Previous experience managing spares and testing gases for equipment calibration.
• Experience supporting projects with vendors and subcontractors offshore.

Preferred Education and Experience

• HNC qualification in a relevant engineering or instrumentation subject.
• Compex certified.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in the onshore/offshore oil & gas industry.
• Time-served trade apprenticeship in instrumentation or electrical discipline.

Other Requirements

• Valid BOSIET/MIST certificate and medical clearance with no restrictions.
• Willingness to work a 2 weeks on / 2 weeks off rotation with 12-hour shifts.
• Mobilisation from Norwich, with mileage reimbursed at 45p per mile or economy travel provided.
• Accommodation provided prior to offshore mobilisation if required.

This is a highly rewarding role offering a competitive daily rate with paid overtime and holiday allowances.

If you're looking to advance your offshore career within a reputable company, this is the perfect opportunity to apply your skills in a safety-focused, team-driven environment.

Take the next step and apply today to join a leading Oil & Gas Operators offshore team, where your expertise will help drive operational excellence in a dynamic oil & gas setting.

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