The Instrument & Control Technician maintains, calibrates, and repairs all instrumentation, control systems, and safety shutdown systems on the offshore installation. This specialist role requires deep expertise in field instruments, DCS/PLC systems, and SIS (Safety Instrumented Systems), ensuring that process control and safety critical functions operate reliably at all times.

Contract type: Permanent
Rotation / schedule: 4/4 Rotational
Priority: HIGH
Local / Expat: 2 Local | 1 Expat/International
Certification snapshot: BOSIET · HUET · CBSP · MIST · CompEx Ex01-04 · OPITO Instrumentation

Responsibilities

Instrumentation Maintenance & Calibration

• Calibrate and maintain field instruments (pressure, temperature, flow, level transmitters).
• Perform loop checks, functional testing, and diagnostics on all instrument systems.
• Maintain and test ESD, F&G, and SIS systems to defined testing schedules.
• Provide control room support on DCS/SCADA instrumentation issues.

Control Systems Support

• Support DCS and PLC maintenance, fault diagnostics, and software updates (Honeywell / ABB).
• Assist with control system modifications and new instrument loop commissioning.
• Maintain HART, Foundation Fieldbus, and Profibus communication systems.

HSE & Documentation

• Perform all instrument work in ATEX zones under CompEx certification.
• Maintain instrument calibration records, loop folders, and instrument index.
• Complete preventive maintenance work orders in the CMMS system accurately.

Requirements

• BSc or HND in Instrumentation, Control Engineering, or Process Technology.
• Minimum 5 years of offshore instrumentation and control experience.
• CompEx Ex01–04 certification (mandatory).
• OPITO Instrumentation Technician certificate preferred.
• Proficiency with Honeywell, ABB, or Emerson DCS/PLC systems.
• Knowledge of IEC 61511 (SIS) and functional safety principles.

Required certifications

• BOSIET
• HUET
• CBSP
• MIST
• CompEx Ex01–04
• OPITO Instrumentation Certificate
• Honeywell / ABB DCS Proficiency

Competencies

• Technical Expertise: Deep domain knowledge with a commitment to continuous learning.
• Safety Culture: HSSE mindset — safety is non-negotiable in every task.
• Problem-Solving: Ability to diagnose complex issues and implement effective solutions under pressure.
• Communication: Clear, professional verbal and written communication with multicultural teams.
• Adaptability: Comfortable working in remote, challenging, and rotational environments.
• Initiative: Proactive approach to identifying improvements and flagging risks before they escalate.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package commensurate with experience and qualifications.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance and retirement savings plan.
• Rotation-based schedule with paid travel and accommodation (offshore roles).
• Professional development, certification support and training allowances.
• Work with one of Suriname's leading HR & placement organizations in the O&G sector.

• <ul><li>BSc or HND in Instrumentation, Control Engineering, or Process Technology.</li><li>Minimum 5 years of offshore instrumentation and control experience.</li><li>CompEx Ex01–04 certification (mandatory).</li><li>OPITO Instrumentation Technician certificate preferred.</li><li>Proficiency with Honeywell, ABB, or Emerson DCS/PLC systems.</li><li>Knowledge of IEC 61511 (SIS) and functional safety principles.</li></ul><p><strong>Required certifications</strong></p><ul><li>BOSIET</li><li>HUET</li><li>CBSP</li><li>MIST</li><li>CompEx Ex01–04</li><li>OPITO Instrumentation Certificate</li><li>Honeywell / ABB DCS Proficiency</li></ul>
• <ul><li>Technical Expertise: Deep domain knowledge with a commitment to continuous learning.</li><li>Safety Culture: HSSE mindset — safety is non-negotiable in every task.</li><li>Problem-Solving: Ability to diagnose complex issues and implement effective solutions under pressure.</li><li>Communication: Clear, professional verbal and written communication with multicultural teams.</li><li>Adaptability: Comfortable working in remote, challenging, and rotational environments.</li><li>Initiative: Proactive approach to identifying improvements and flagging risks before they escalate.</li></ul>
• <ul><li>Competitive compensation package commensurate with experience and qualifications.</li><li>Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance and retirement savings plan.</li><li>Rotation-based schedule with paid travel and accommodation (offshore roles).</li><li>Professional development, certification support and training allowances.</li><li>Work with one of Suriname&#039;s leading HR &amp; placement organizations in the O&amp;G sector.</li></ul>
• <p><strong>Instrumentation Maintenance &amp; Calibration</strong></p><ul><li>Calibrate and maintain field instruments (pressure, temperature, flow, level transmitters).</li><li>Perform loop checks, functional testing, and diagnostics on all instrument systems.</li><li>Maintain and test ESD, F&amp;G, and SIS systems to defined testing schedules.</li><li>Provide control room support on DCS/SCADA instrumentation issues.</li></ul><p><strong>Control Systems Support</strong></p><ul><li>Support DCS and PLC maintenance, fault diagnostics, and software updates (Honeywell / ABB).</li><li>Assist with control system modifications and new instrument loop commissioning.</li><li>Maintain HART, Foundation Fieldbus, and Profibus communication systems.</li></ul><p><strong>HSE &amp; Documentation</strong></p><ul><li>Perform all instrument work in ATEX zones under CompEx certification.</li><li>Maintain instrument calibration records, loop folders, and instrument index.</li><li>Complete preventive maintenance work orders in the CMMS system accurately.</li></ul>