# Senior Electronic Technician — ARO Drilling

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Location: Khobar, Saudi Arabia
Type: full_time · Level: senior
Monthly salary: AED 14,700 to 29,400 per month (estimated, not employer-stated) (UAE salaries are tax-free)
Posted: 2026-08-30
Apply: https://careers.arodrilling.com/jobs/details/6a94056429c23c55df6d5d82

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## Description

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Shall Include but not limited to:

Perform emergency duties as per Station Bill and Emergency Procedures Manual.Effectively participate in the Stop Observe Act Report (SOAR) program and encourage active participation.Comply with and actively contribute to the continuous improvement of ACE (ARO Code of Excellence), Health, Safety and Environmental (HSE) policies and procedures, and relevant regulatory requirements.Responsible for the control and management of software related to rig-based control and automation systems.Maintain a working knowledge of software control systems used in rig-based control and automation.Ensure familiarity with equipment and systems required to restore essential services during emergency situations.Ensure all electrical installation work is performed correctly and that equipment is fit for purpose.Verify that all third-party equipment meets applicable requirements and standards.Identify electrical hazards and determine work activities requiring risk assessments.Operate, inspect, service, maintain, test, troubleshoot, and repair electrical equipment, including:

- Communication systems

- Networks

- Software applications

- PLC systems

- HDMI and SDI systems

- VFD drives

- Drilling control systems

- Jacking Monitoring Systems

Plan work activities before commencement and effectively manage associated hazards.Establish schedules to optimize equipment utilization and evaluate equipment performance.Develop work plans for maintenance crews and ensure availability of required parts, tools, equipment, and documentation.Comply with the Company's Code of Conduct.Maintain records, reports, and logs as required by the Company.Perform all work to meet internal and external customer expectations, emphasizing quality and continuous improvement.Prepare reports on major equipment failures, modifications, equipment performance, and maintenance history as required.Complete and hand over reports, logs, records, and notes in accordance with approved procedures and instructions.Diagnose faults and repair electrical, control, and instrumentation systems as necessary.Assist electricians when required as part of the maintenance team.Responsible for the installation, configuration, and integration of new systems.Verify system schematics and network topology and build/monitor trends for troubleshooting purposes.Maintain PLC network integrity and understand the primary functions of PLC logic systems.Manage and maintain technical spare parts inventory.Maintain critical drilling and safety equipment software, firmware, and hardware, ensuring software versions comply with Software Management Procedures.Review Company documentation with crew members as required.Participate in document reviews and revisions when necessary.Demonstrate active participation in Hazard Management and Stop Work activities.Contribute effectively to Management of Change (MOC) and Non-Conformance Management by ensuring compliance with relevant procedures.Control and monitor inventory budgets.Maintain contact with regulatory agencies as required.Assist with the mentoring process in accordance with the Company's Mentoring Program where applicable.Demonstrate leadership through personal responsibility and accountability.Participate in the Company's Competence Program.Supervise and manage personnel in accordance with assigned supervisory roles and responsibilities.Implement frontline discipline in consultation with the next-level supervisor.Participate in a leading role during relevant incident investigations.

## Requirements

Senior Electronic Technician: Minimum of 5 years as a Senior Electrician/ET on an offshore facility, or 5 years offshore experience as a Field Service Technician with a service company like NOV, Cameron, Seatrax, Letourneau or Caterpillar. Completion of the ARO On the Job Training for Senior ET.
Electronic Technician: Minimum of 3 years as an Electrician/ET on an offshore facility, or 2 years offshore experience as a Field Service Technician with a service company like NOV, Cameron, Seatrax, Letourneau or Caterpillar. Completion of the ARO On the Job Training for ET.
Completion of the ARO On the Job Training for ET trainee.
Accredited Trade School certificate in electrical or electronics preferred, or military training in same. Engineering is also preferred. Training specifically to drilling equipment and controls is preferred.
Proficiency in software such as, Siemens Step 7, Toshiba TPDS32, Drive coach, RS Logix, Rigsense, Microsoft Office specifically Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.

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