Mechanical Technician – Machinist in Oil & Gas

About the role

We are looking for a skilled Mechanical Technician (Machinist) to join our workshop team in the oil & gas/petrochemical sector. The successful candidate will perform a range of machining operations on modern equipment to produce and repair components to precise specifications.

Key responsibilities

• Carry out turning, milling, drilling, shaping and related machining activities.
• Set up, operate and maintain modern machine tools safely and efficiently.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints and technical specifications.
• Manufacture and repair components to fine tolerances.
• Inspect finished parts to ensure compliance with quality standards.
• Maintain workshop equipment and uphold housekeeping standards.
• Follow company HSE policies and support maintenance activities as required.

Required profile

• Technical Secondary School Certificate or OND in Mechanical Engineering.
• Minimum 6 years of machining experience, including modern equipment.
• At least 5 years working in oil & gas, petrochemical or similar industrial facilities.
• Physically fit and able to work in an industrial environment.

Required skills

• Turning
• Milling
• Drilling
• Shaping
• Operating modern CNC/machine tools
• Reading engineering drawings
• Component inspection
• Workshop equipment maintenance