About the Role
Arion Energy Services is an innovative engineering, projects, and operations services provider dedicated to the oil and gas, power, and maritime industries. We utilize our unique Adapt, Innovate and Resolve approach to deliver exceptional solutions and maintain operational excellence. We are currently looking for a skilled Senior Instrumentation Technician to join our dynamic team in Nigeria, playing a vital role in maintaining the reliability and safety of our clients' critical infrastructure.
Key Responsibilities- Diagnose and resolve complex faults in Distributed Control Systems (DCS), Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC), and SCADA systems.
- Perform and oversee the calibration and rigorous testing of flowmeters, pressure and temperature transmitters, and process analysers.
- Maintain the absolute operational readiness of Emergency Shutdown (ESD) and Fire and Gas (F&G) detection systems.
- Lead instrumentation commissioning activities and support comprehensive equipment testing.
- Supervise, coordinate, and mentor junior technicians and third-party contractors on site.
- Maintain accurate maintenance records, calibration certificates, and equipment histories using a Computerised Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
- Prepare and manage Permit to Work (PTW) and Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) requirements to guarantee safe maintenance operations.
- Interpret complex Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs), loop diagrams, and other vital technical drawings.
- Diploma or Higher National Diploma (HND) in Instrumentation, Electronics, or Electrical Engineering.
- Minimum of 5 to 8 years of hands-on instrumentation maintenance experience within the oil and gas or related heavy industries.
- Demonstrated troubleshooting expertise with DCS, PLC, and SCADA platforms, including Emerson DeltaV and Siemens.
- Proficiency in using HART communicators, calibration software, and interpreting advanced engineering documentation.
- Relevant professional certifications, such as International Society of Automation (ISA) credentials, are highly preferred.
- Strong commitment to safety protocols, including PTW and equipment isolation procedures in demanding environments.
- Competitive salary package commensurate with industry standards and experience.
- Comprehensive health insurance coverage for employee and dependents.
- Continuous professional development, technical training, and career advancement opportunities.
- Exposure to cutting-edge projects within the thriving Nigerian energy sector.