Elements and Performance Criteria
- Prepare for equipment maintenance
- Access, interpret and apply compliance documentation relevant to the managing of equipment maintenance in the oil and gas drilling industry
- Obtain, confirm and apply work instructions for the allocated task
- Identify, manage and report all potential hazards
- Resolve coordination requirements with others at the site prior to commencing and during work activities
- Check new and used equipment
- Test materials and equipment regularly
- Monitor availability of new and used equipment
- Evaluate costs/benefits of replacing equipment, and recommend/implement the purchase/lease of replacement equipment
- Check stock levels and order spare parts and consumables in accordance with company procedure
- Maintain communication between operators, company and suppliers
- Check manufacturer's manuals/company procedures for currency and relevancy
- Plan and organise maintenance and overhauls
- Determine type and frequency of maintenance tasks
- Organise equipment maintenance and service to ensure availability is maintained and downtime minimised
- Monitor performance of maintenance schedules and take corrective action if necessary
- Arrange sources for obtaining back up or replacement equipment
- Allocate personnel to carry out maintenance tasks