Maintenance Valve Specialist

Valve Maintenance Specialist - Algeria

Are you passionate about ensuring the smooth operation of complex valve systems? If so, this opportunity to join our team as a Maintenance Valves Specialist might be the perfect fit for you!

As the single point of contact for all valve and pressure relief valve maintenance and reliability within the Gas Process Facilities, you'll play a critical role in safeguarding operations.

You'll be responsible for overseeing inspections, repairs, calibration, and the overall maintenance program, ensuring compliance, high reliability, and adherence to strict HSE regulations.

Here's what you'll be doing:
 Lead the charge: Provide oversight for all valve-related activities, including inspections, repairs, maintenance, and calibration.
 Be the master of maintenance: Ensure the valve maintenance program adheres to best practices, with high-quality preparation, execution, and reporting.
 Diagnose and solve: Identify and address breakdowns or anomalies in valves, ensuring smooth operation.
 Get hands-on: Perform valve maintenance tasks, order replacements, and document everything meticulously.
 Be a team player: Collaborate with the valve team and contractors to execute the maintenance program safely and efficiently.
 Become a valve guru: Research and document information about valves and their appurtenances, staying ahead of the curve.
 Manage contracts like a pro: Close vendor contracts, develop purchase orders for special parts and services, and manage vendor relationships.
 Safety first, always: Ensure all activities comply with stringent HSE rules and regulations.
 Develop the team: Champion HSE and competency development plans for the valve team.
 Investigate and learn: Lead or participate in investigations of accidents, incidents, and production upsets to identify root causes and prevent future occurrences.
 Be a safety champion: Contribute to risk assessments, pre-startup safety reviews, audits, and other technical safety functions.


To excel in this role, you'll need:
 A solid foundation: A university degree in a relevant technical discipline.
 Proven experience: At least 7 years of experience as a valve maintenance specialist in the oil and gas industry.
 Supply chain savvy: An understanding of supply chain methods and processes.
 The valve whisperer: Experience in valve fabrication and installation is a plus.
 Communication is key: Excellent English communication skills, both written and verbal, are essential.
 Tech-savvy: Confidence in using computer programs like MS Office and CMMS.
 A keen eye for detail: You have a quality-focused mindset and can identify potential problems before they arise.
 Problem-solving prowess: You can analyse situations, diagnose issues, and implement effective solutions.

Ready to make a real impact and contribute to the smooth flow of gas operations? We offer a competitive compensation package, a dynamic work environment, and the opportunity to grow your career with a leading player in the industry. Apply today!
Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Our role in supporting diversity and inclusion
As an international workforce business, we are committed to sourcing personnel that reflects the diversity and values of our client base but also that of Orion Group. We welcome the wide range of experiences and viewpoints that potential workers bring to our business and our clients, including those based on nationality, gender, culture, educational and professional backgrounds, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, and age differences, job classification and religion. In our inclusive workplace, regardless of your employment status as staff or contract, everyone is assured the right of equitable, fair and respectful treatment.