Instrumentation Technician – Maintenance (UAE based)

About the role

The company is seeking an experienced Instrumentation Technician to troubleshoot, repair, re‑commission and maintain field instrumentation for gas turbines, steam turbines, waste‑heat boilers and desalination plant auxiliaries. The role is based in the UAE and supports the Oman Pool operation, ensuring equipment availability and optimal plant performance.

Key responsibilities

• Respond to instrumentation breakdowns and perform planned maintenance with minimal supervision.
• Assess job requirements, select tools and equipment, and order spare parts via the computerized maintenance system.
• Document all maintenance activities and ensure compliance with safety procedures and plant operational standards.
• Report recurring failures and assist in root‑cause failure analysis (RCFA) to develop corrective actions.
• Provide on‑the‑job training to new craftsmen.

Required profile

• Higher secondary or diploma qualification.
• Prior experience working in a power or desalination plant, familiar with maintenance tools and plant safety.
• Ability to work shift duties, respond to breakdown calls at any time, and operate in hot, dirty environments and at height.
• Willingness to stay updated with new technologies and control concepts.

Required skills

• Maintenance and calibration of pressure, temperature, level and flow measuring devices.
• Pneumatic and hydraulic valve actuation systems.
• CO2 fire‑protection systems.
• Infrared gas detection systems.
• Reading and interpreting engineering drawings and manuals.
• Knowledge of electrical, electronics, computer, hydraulic and pneumatic devices.