Material Support Technician at Prime Atlantic Safety Services Limited

Job Summary

• The Material Support Technician is responsible for managing the flow of tools, equipment, and materials essential for drilling, production, and maintenance operations.
• This role ensures timely delivery, accurate inventory tracking, and safe handling of materials in compliance with industry standards and safety regulations.

Job Details

• Receive, inspect, and document incoming materials, including pipes, valves, drilling tools, and safety equipment. 
• Coordinate the storage and distribution of materials to rigs, platforms, or field locations.
• Operate forklifts, cranes, and other material handling equipment in compliance with HSE standards. 
• Maintain accurate inventory records using ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Maximo). 
• Prepare and issue materials to fabrication, construction, or maintenance teams based on work orders and project schedules. 
• Support material traceability by documenting heat numbers, batch codes, and certifications. 
• Prepare kits and packages for offshore or remote site deployment. 
• Monitor stock levels and initiate restocking processes to prevent operational delays. 
• Ensure proper labeling, storage, and handling of hazardous materials (e.g., chemicals, lubricants). 
• Support logistics and shipping operations, including customs documentation for international transport. 
• Collaborate with procurement, warehouse, and field teams to ensure material availability. 
• Participate in safety meetings and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives. 
• Ensure compliance with Client’s waste management and environmental procedures.

Purpose

• He liaises with COMPANY programmatic team for planning of short- and medium-term activities.
• He checks and ensures that vital equipment on production sites is available as and when required.
• He is responsible for identifying improvement opportunities and basic defect elimination from the day-to-day execution of work. 
• He is responsible for adhering to OIMS Work Management system.

Requirements

• High School Siploma or technical certification in Logistics, Supply Chain, or Industrial Operations.
• 4 years of experience in material handling within oil & gas or heavy industry.
• Familiarity with Client’s material control procedures and ERP systems.
• Basic understanding of electrical, instrument, mechanical parts, welding materials, piping components, and structural steel.