Valve Technician / Valve Specialist (Uzbekistan Project)

Position Title

Valve Technician / Valve Specialist (Fixed-Term International Contract)

Project Overview

An exciting opportunity exists for experienced Valve Technicians / Valve Specialists to join a major industrial project in Uzbekistan. Successful candidates will be part of a specialist maintenance and refurbishment team responsible for the inspection, servicing, calibration, testing, repair, installation, and commissioning of control valves, on/off valves, actuators, and associated instrumentation equipment.

This is a fixed-term international assignment for approximately 2 months, commencing in November 2026 and concluding in January 2027.

Position Summary

The Valve Technician / Specialist will be responsible for ensuring the reliability, performance, and integrity of valves and associated instrumentation systems during planned maintenance and project shutdown activities. The role requires strong technical knowledge of control valves, actuators, positioners, and related instrumentation equipment within industrial process environments.

Key Responsibilities

Valve Maintenance & Repair

• Inspect, diagnose, maintain, and repair control valves, safety valves, isolation valves, and associated equipment.

• Perform valve overhauls, refurbishment, testing, and commissioning activities.

• Conduct seat leakage testing and pressure testing in accordance with applicable standards.

• Remove, dismantle, reassemble, and reinstall valves and actuators.

• Identify worn or defective components and recommend corrective actions.

Instrumentation & Controls

• Calibrate and configure valve positioners and smart instruments.

• Troubleshoot pneumatic, hydraulic, and electro-pneumatic control systems.

• Test and commission valve assemblies and associated control equipment.

• Verify instrument functionality and operational performance.

Quality & Documentation

• Complete maintenance reports, test certificates, and inspection records.

• Ensure all work is performed in accordance with project procedures and quality standards.

• Maintain accurate records of repair activities and spare parts utilized.

Safety & Compliance

• Comply with all site safety, environmental, and quality requirements.

• Participate in toolbox talks and risk assessments.

• Ensure safe use of tools, lifting equipment, and testing equipment.

• Adhere to client and project-specific permit-to-work systems.

Minimum Requirements

Qualifications

• Trade Test or Technical Qualification in:

  • Instrumentation

  • Mechanical Fitting

  • Process Control

  • Industrial Instrumentation

  • Equivalent Technical Discipline

Experience

• Minimum 5 years' experience working on industrial valves.

• Proven experience in:

  • Control valve maintenance

  • Valve diagnostics

  • Valve calibration and commissioning

  • Shutdown and turnaround projects

• Experience in oil & gas, petrochemical, mining, power generation, manufacturing, or heavy industrial environments advantageous.

Technical Competencies

• Knowledge of major valve manufacturers such as:

  • Emerson/Fisher

  • Masoneilan

  • Samson

  • Metso/Neles

  • Flowserve

  • Rotork

  • Siemens

  • ABB

• Understanding of:

  • Pneumatic actuators

  • Electric actuators

  • Smart positioners

  • DCS and PLC-controlled valve systems

• Ability to read and interpret P&IDs and engineering drawings.

Personal Attributes

• Self-motivated and capable of working independently.

• Strong troubleshooting and fault-finding ability.

• Excellent attention to detail.

• Results-driven and safety-focused.

• Adaptable to working in an international project environment.

• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Contract & Remuneration

Contract Duration

• Fixed-Term Project Contract

• Approximately 2 months

• November 2026 to January 2027

Remuneration Package

• Basic Rate: R180.00 per hour

• Living Out Allowance (LOA): R850.00 per day worked

• Structured remuneration package designed to maximize tax efficiency and compliance with South African tax legislation.

Company Provided

• Return international flights

• Accommodation

• Daily meals/food allowance

• Site transport and local travel

• Full PPE

• Winter clothing including insulated jackets suitable for local weather conditions

• Visa and project-related travel documentation assistance where required

• Medical and travel insurance as required by project policy

Work Location

Uzbekistan

Candidates must be willing and able to travel internationally and work away from home for the duration of the project.

Preference Will Be Given To Candidates With

• Previous international project experience.

• Shutdown and turnaround maintenance experience.

• Experience on petrochemical, refinery, LNG, power generation, mining, or processing plant projects.

• Current medical fitness certificates.

• Valid Passport with at least six months validity beyond project completion.

Only suitably qualified candidates meeting the above requirements will be considered.