Key missions
The Instrument Supervisor is responsible for overseeing the
maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of all instrumentation systems on
offshore facilities. This role ensures that all control systems, safety
systems, and measurement instruments operate reliably and in compliance with
industry standards, supporting continuous production and plant safety. The
Instrument Supervisor leads a team of technicians, ensures adherence to safety
protocols, and coordinates with other departments to optimize instrumentation
performance.
Key Responsibilities:
- HSE
Compliance:
- Ensure
that all instrumentation activities comply with HSE standards and
policies.
- Conduct
HSE audits, report anomalies, and perform inspections related to
instrumentation systems.
- Promote
a strong safety culture within the instrumentation team.
- Maintenance
Leadership:
- Lead
the maintenance of all instrumentation and control systems, including
calibration, testing, and troubleshooting.
- Oversee
the maintenance of Distributed Control Systems (DCS), Programmable Logic
Controllers (PLCs), Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS), and other critical
systems.
- Plan
and execute preventive and corrective maintenance tasks.
- Technical
Expertise:
- Provide
technical guidance on complex instrumentation issues and support root
cause analysis for system failures.
- Ensure
the integrity and reliability of critical instruments such as pressure,
temperature, flow, and level measurement devices.
- Supervise
loop checks, function tests, and commissioning activities.
- Documentation
and Compliance:
- Review
and update instrumentation schematics, loop diagrams, and P&IDs
(Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams).
- Ensure
that all maintenance activities are properly documented and aligned with
regulatory requirements and company standards.
- Prepare
detailed reports on system performance, maintenance activities, and
equipment status.
- Coordination
with Other Departments:
- Collaborate
with operations, mechanical, and electrical teams to ensure seamless
integration of instrumentation systems.
- Interface
with contractors, vendors, and suppliers to procure spare parts and
resolve technical issues.
- Training
and Team Development:
- Mentor
and train instrumentation technicians to improve team competency and
performance.
- Identify
training needs and implement skill development programs.
- Project
Support:
- Participate
in instrumentation scope development for new projects and modifications.
- Ensure
that instrumentation-related projects are completed on time, within
budget, and to the required quality standards.
- Optimization
and Continuous Improvement:
- Identify
opportunities to improve instrumentation system performance and
reliability.
- Evaluate
new technologies and recommend upgrades to enhance efficiency and safety.
Candidate profile
- Bachelor’s
degree in Instrumentation Engineering, Electronics, or a related field.
- Equivalent
technical certifications may be considered with significant experience.
- Minimum
of 10 years of experience in instrumentation maintenance, preferably in
offshore oil & gas operations.
- Proven
experience with DCS, PLCs, SIS, and SCADA systems.
- Expertise
in instrumentation calibration, troubleshooting, and repair.
- Strong
knowledge of industry standards such as ISA and API.
- Familiarity
with Hazardous Area Classification and ATEX requirements.
- Experience
with control valve maintenance, gas detection systems, and fire & gas
safety systems.
- Strong
analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent
communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Leadership
and team management abilities.
- Working
languages: English and Portuguese.
- Ability to work in challenging environments and adapt
to changing priorities.
- Proficiency in using maintenance management systems
and software tools.
