PSV Technician ID-111

Profile
  • Higher National Diploma (HND) or Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Instrumentation, or a related field.
  •  Minimum 5 years’ experience in PSV maintenance within offshore oil & gas or petrochemical environments.
  •  Proven experience with safety relief valves from major OEMs (e.g., Anderson Greenwood, Consolidated, Farris, Leser, Crosby, and Tyco).

  • Hands-on experience with hydrostatic and pneumatic testing equipment.

     Proficiency in troubleshooting PSV issues, including set pressure deviations, seat leakage, and chatter.

  •  Strong understanding of process pressure management, overpressure protection systems, and relief device operations.
  • Ability to interpret P&IDs, valve datasheets, and PSV test certificates.
  •  Experience with shutdown and turnaround PSV maintenance planning.


Responsibilities

Operations & Maintenance

  • Perform inspection, testing, disassembly, calibration, and reassembly of Pressure Safety Valves (PSVs), Pressure Relief Valves (PRVs), and associated control devices.
  • Execute valve maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs following OEM specifications and industry standards.

  • Conduct pressure leak testing and seat tightness verification using hydrostatic and pneumatic test benches.

    Ensure PSV settings comply with ASME, API 527, API 576, and client specifications.

  •  Conduct in-situ testing and maintenance of spring-loaded, pilot-operated, and rupture disc pressure relief systems.
  •  Document all maintenance activities, test results, and findings in the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) (e.g., SAP, Maximo).
  •  Support periodic turnaround (TAR) and shutdown valve maintenance campaigns.

Equipment & System Monitoring

  • Monitor and assess PSV performance, identifying anomalies and recommending corrective actions.
  • Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and best practices for overpressure protection systems.
  • Maintain valve storage records and ensure proper tagging and traceability of PSVs.

 Compliance & Quality Assurance

  • Ensure strict compliance with Permit to Work (PTW), Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), and Work at Height safety procedures.
  •  Adhere to HSE policies and report non-conformances or unsafe conditions to the QHSE department.
  •  Follow best practices for handling, lubricating, and assembling PSVs to maintain performance and reliability.

 

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