Instrument Technician
PR/083001
Posted: 10/07/2026
- Competitive
- Scotland, Aberdeen City, Aberdeen
- Permanent
Our client is a large North Sea operator currently recruiting for the position of Instrument Technician based offshore on a fixed platform with a good field life. Rotation is 2/3.
Role overview
To support the safe and reliable operation of offshore production facilities. The successful candidate will have a strong background in instrumentation maintenance and operations, with extensive experience in Gas Turbine Micronet control systems, Fire & Gas systems, and telecommunications equipment. The role requires proven experience in the commissioning and start-up of new wells, as well as current CIP authorisation.
Key tasks / responsibilities
The installation has a vast number of safety systems to maintain to ensure safe and efficient operations. Instrument technician will Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on field instruments, sensors, transmitters, analyzers, and control valves.
Ensure equipment operates safely and accurately.
Diagnose and rectify faults in instrumentation, control systems, and associated equipment.
Minimize production downtime through efficient problem-solving.
A key aspect of the role is commissioning and start-up of new wells.
Skills, experience & attributes of candidate
staff position
If you feel that you are well suited to the above opportunity and would like to find out more then please contact Orion Group for more information or apply by forwarding your current CV quoting reference: PR/083001
People are our business worldwide
Orion Group was founded in 1987 and is now one of the largest, independent, international recruitment companies. We have a network of 200 employees working from 24 offices, delivering a range of services – Talent Acquisition, Recruitment Outsourcing Services, Retained Search, Global Workforce Solutions, Completions & Commissioning and Materials Management – across 68 countries. As a global leader in workforce solutions, we recruit personnel across the Engineering & Technical, Office & Commercial, Scientific and Skilled Trades disciplines, for sectors including Oil & Gas, Life Science, Power & Utilities, Constructions & Infrastructure, Manufacturing and Renewables.
Role overview
To support the safe and reliable operation of offshore production facilities. The successful candidate will have a strong background in instrumentation maintenance and operations, with extensive experience in Gas Turbine Micronet control systems, Fire & Gas systems, and telecommunications equipment. The role requires proven experience in the commissioning and start-up of new wells, as well as current CIP authorisation.
Key tasks / responsibilities
The installation has a vast number of safety systems to maintain to ensure safe and efficient operations. Instrument technician will Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on field instruments, sensors, transmitters, analyzers, and control valves.
Ensure equipment operates safely and accurately.
Diagnose and rectify faults in instrumentation, control systems, and associated equipment.
Minimize production downtime through efficient problem-solving.
A key aspect of the role is commissioning and start-up of new wells.
Skills, experience & attributes of candidate
- Essential - Safety Automation System experience including Autrosafe.
- Experience in commissioning systems for new well handover.
- Telecoms experience
- Experience in Gas Turbine Micronet control systems
- Current CIP authorisation
staff position
If you feel that you are well suited to the above opportunity and would like to find out more then please contact Orion Group for more information or apply by forwarding your current CV quoting reference: PR/083001
People are our business worldwide
Orion Group was founded in 1987 and is now one of the largest, independent, international recruitment companies. We have a network of 200 employees working from 24 offices, delivering a range of services – Talent Acquisition, Recruitment Outsourcing Services, Retained Search, Global Workforce Solutions, Completions & Commissioning and Materials Management – across 68 countries. As a global leader in workforce solutions, we recruit personnel across the Engineering & Technical, Office & Commercial, Scientific and Skilled Trades disciplines, for sectors including Oil & Gas, Life Science, Power & Utilities, Constructions & Infrastructure, Manufacturing and Renewables.
Lachlan Nicholson
Staff Recruitment Manager
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