Technician

Role Overview

Mechanical Technician at Petrotec Group. The role is responsible for all mechanical-related work involved in the fabrication, assembly, and preparation of PLC and control panels.

Role Purpose

Perform mechanical fabrication, assembly, and preparation tasks on PLC and control panels with precision, safety, and compliance with technical drawings and standards. Ensure accurate panel cut-outs, drilling, installation of mechanical components, earthing systems, and panel coupling.

Key Responsibilities

Fabrication & Mechanical Work

• Perform mechanical cut-outs on control panels for operators, meters, push buttons, indication lamps, selector switches, and other panel-mounted devices.
• Drill and prepare holes for push buttons, pilot lamps, cable glands, ventilation fans, and accessories as per layout drawings.
• Ensure precision, neat finishing, and proper deburring during all mechanical work.
• Perform minor rework or modifications as required during panel assembly or inspection stages.

Assembly & Installation

• Install and assemble earth bus bars, ensuring proper earthing and bonding of panels and internal components.
• Carry out panel coupling and alignment for multiple-section panels, ensuring correct leveling, bolting, and mechanical integrity.
• Mount mechanical accessories such as DIN rails, gland plates, cable ducts, mounting plates, hinges, locks, and ventilation systems.

Technical Execution

• Read and interpret GA drawings, panel layout drawings, and mechanical assembly instructions.
• Follow safety procedures and use appropriate tools and PPE during fabrication and assembly.
• Maintain tools and ensure workplace cleanliness and organization.

QHSE Compliance

• Comply with all QHSE standards, policies, and procedures relevant to your work.
• Actively participate in QHSE meetings and complete all required safety inductions and trainings.
• Identify and report unsafe conditions; take corrective action where possible within your scope.
• Follow guidance provided by QHSE officers and use PPE and emergency equipment correctly.
• Support a safe work environment by cooperating with safety practices and encouraging others to do the same.

Qualifications & Experience

• ITI or Diploma in Mechanical, Fitter, or a related technical trade.
• 2–5 years of experience in control panel or switchgear panel fabrication.

Skills & Competencies

Job-Specific Competencies

• Hands-on experience in mechanical fabrication of control panels or PLC panels.
• Knowledge of earthing and grounding standards for control panels.
• Basic understanding of electrical components mounting requirements.
• Ability to use tools such as drilling machines, hole cutters, jigsaws, grinders, and manual tools.
• Ability to read mechanical drawings and measure accurately.

Role Behaviors

• Understand own role and how to contribute to the organization's success.
• Ensure own work plan supports departmental and organization goals.
• Balance priorities to accomplish goals.
• Seek and willingly share leading edge ideas and best practices.
• Show resilience when faced with setbacks or criticism.