Workshop Technician

We are looking for two Workshop Technicians to join our team in Tananger Norway. This role is focused on the assembly maintenance and servicing of advanced downhole tools used in the oil & gas industry.

You will play a key role in ensuring equipment is prepared tested and maintained to the highest standards supporting daily workshop operations and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.

This is a hands-on on-site position working closely within a collaborative team environment.

About the Company

NOV is a leading provider of technology equipment and services to the global oil and gas industry. Since 1862 NOV has driven innovation to improve safety efficiency and environmental impact across operations worldwide.

We support customers across drilling completion and production powering the industry that powers the world.

What We Offer

• Stable full-time employment in a global organization
• Opportunity to work with advanced oil & gas technologies
• Collaborative and supportive team environment
• On-the-job learning and exposure to specialized equipment
• Opportunity to develop technical skills within mechanical and electromechanical areas
• Work in a structured workshop with strong safety and quality standards

Key Responsibilities

Core Responsibilities

• Perform service repair and assembly of advanced downhole tools
• Prepare tools for inspection including disassembly and reassembly of equipment
• Troubleshoot and maintain mechanical and electromechanical components
• Support testing calibration and workshop operations
• Read and follow technical drawings procedures and work instructions accurately
• Ensure high quality precision and safety standards in all workshop activities

Additional Responsibilities

• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives in the workshop
• Maintain a clean organized and structured work environment
• Collaborate closely with team members across shifts

Qualifications & Skills

Essential Qualifications:

• Relevant technical diploma (mechanics hydraulics or similar)
• Minimum 3 - 4 years of hands-on mechanical experience
• Ability to independently manage full repair cycles
• Good command of English both written and spoken
• Solid Excel and general computer skills

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience with drilling equipment (downhole / offshore tools)
• Vocational certificate (fagbrev) preferably Level 3
• Forklift certificate (T1 T4) and overhead crane certificate (G4)
• Experience working with complex mechanical systems
• Norwegian language skills (written and spoken)

Soft Skills

• Strong teamwork and collaboration mindset
• Structured organized and detail-oriented approach to work
• Willingness to learn and quickly absorb new knowledge
• Responsible and disciplined working style
• Positive attitude and ability to work in a shift-based environment

Why Join Us

Join our Global Family:

We offer an inspiring place to work with great opportunities to develop your skills and the opportunity to work with the brightest minds in the oil and gas industry. You will become part of a professional culture where we work together in teams with other dedicated professionals to achieve common goals.
NOV is a leading provider of technology equipment and services to the global oil and gas industry that supports customers full-field drilling completion and production needs. Since 1862 NOV has pioneered innovations that improve the cost-effectiveness efficiency safety and environmental impact of oil and gas operations. NOV powers the industry that powers the world.