Maintenance Technician

Maintenance Technician


Company
NOV
Location
Songkhla, Songkhla, Thailand
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
16 days ago
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Job Description
Overview JOB DESCRIPTION Maintenance technician performing highly diversified duties to install, trouble shoot, repair, calibrate and maintain production and facility equipment to support achievement of the site's business goals and objectives.Job Duties And ResponsibilitiesPerform in-house calibration/ standardization of various equipment.Install and maintain production machines and the plant facility’s equipment. Provide emergency/unscheduled repairs of production equipment during production and performs scheduled maintenance repairs of production equipment during machine service. Perform mechanic skills including, but not limited to, mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, troubleshooting and repair of production machines. Read and interpret equipment manuals and work orders to perform required maintenance and service. Diagnose problems, replace or repair parts. Perform regular preventive maintenance on machines, equipment and plant facilities. Use a variety of hand and power tools, electric meters and material handling equipment in performing duties. Detect faulty operations, defective material and report those and any unusual situations to proper supervision. Comply with safety regulations and maintain clean and orderly work areas.Receive deliveries of tools, equipment and supplies and transfer them to workstations or other areas as dictated by management.Examine machinery to ensure that it is functioning properly and to check for defects in components or parts.Receive work orders and determine what parts, equipment and services are needed to perform necessary maintenance and repair work.Communicate, follow and update preventative maintenance programs and schedules in conjunction with maintenance staff (PPM).Support achieving relevant KPIs and metrics. QualificationsSkills & Experience Required Degree/Diploma in Electrical or Mechanical Technician field.3-5 years of experience.English as basic/intermediate working capability for reading manuals and communication purposesEssentialElectro-mechanical skills: working in a hands-on industrial environment maintaining plant machinery.The capacity to understand a range of engineering functions and procedures.Ability to read engineering drawings and wiring diagramsTeamworking skills to work cooperatively and liaise with people at all levels.Good diagnostic and problem-solving skills under pressure.Perform scheduled maintenance and preventative repairs on all electrical systems, equipment, and machinery.Perform regular tests to new and existing electrical systems, equipment, and machinery, both to spot potential problems and to ensure that systems are operating at their highest possible levels of functionality.Effectively manage maintenance work programs.Coordinate and provide input to vendor maintenance plans and vendor work pack process.Provide input to the Asset Information Management System (AIMS) and MAX for maintenance planning and scheduling as requiredDesirableWorking with pneumatic and hydraulic motorized lifting systems, pipe wash units, maintaining lathe’s and welding units in a busy environment.Computer savvy and able to handle general office softwareQuality AssuranceCarry out all duties in accordance with the Quality Assurance procedures and department/area work instructions.Contribute to general improvements in the quality and key activities of the department/area.TrainingTraining will be provided where required.Health, Safety and EnvironmentCarry out all duties safely and in accordance with the Health & Safety Policy.Employee Handbook, procedures, training and instruction.About UsEvery day, the oil and gas industry’s best minds put more than 150 years of experience to work to help our customers achieve lasting success.We Power the Industry that Powers the WorldThroughout every region in the world and across every area of drilling and production, our family of companies has provided the technical expertise, advanced equipment, and operational support necessary for success—now and in the future.Global FamilyWe are a global family of thousands of individuals, working as one team to create a lasting impact for ourselves, our customers, and the communities where we live and work.Purposeful InnovationThrough purposeful business innovation, product creation, and service delivery, we are driven to power the industry that powers the world better.Service Above AllThis drives us to anticipate our customers’ needs and work with them to deliver the finest products and services on time and on budget.About The TeamCorporateOur family of companies is supported by our global Corporate teams, providing expert knowledge from functions including Human Resources, Information Technology, Compliance, Finance, QHSE, Marketing and Legal centers of expertise. We are structured to provide guidance and service above all to all our business operations.

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Q What is the daily minimum wage rate for welders in Thailand in 2026?
The Ministry of Labour sets the minimum wage for welders at 400 THB per day in Bangkok and 370 THB per day in other provinces effective 1 January 2026. Overtime after 8 hours must be paid at 1.5 times the daily rate, equaling 600 THB per hour in Bangkok. Employers must display the official wage notification at the worksite.
Q Do foreign welders need a work permit and what is the 2026 application fee?
Foreign welders require a work permit from the Department of Employment before starting any welding job in Thailand. The 2026 fee is 3,000 THB for permits valid up to 1 year, with renewal required 30 days before expiry. Employers must submit the permit application within 7 days of hiring.
Q What certification is required to qualify for welder jobs in Thailand?
Welders must hold a National Skill Standard Level 2 or 3 certificate issued by the Department of Skill Development. The certificate requires passing both theory and practical tests at an approved training center, with Level 3 valid for 3 years from the issue date in 2026. No certificate means ineligibility for licensed welding positions.
Q Which documents are mandatory when applying for welder positions through Thai government channels?
Applicants must submit a valid ID card or passport, the DSD skill certificate, a medical certificate from a government hospital dated within 30 days, and a house registration document. For foreigners, a copy of the non-immigrant visa and work permit approval letter are also required.
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