Vechile Maintenance Executive – Oil & Gas Industry

Job Summary

The Truck Maintenance Executive is responsible for ensuring the safe, reliable, and compliant operation of all trucks and heavy vehicles used in oil & gas operations. This role focuses on preventive maintenance, emergency repairs, and strict adherence to HSE, regulatory, and company standards to support uninterrupted and incident-free operations, including in remote and high-risk environments.

Key Responsibilities

· Plan and execute preventive and corrective maintenance for oilfield trucks and heavy vehicles

· Maintain vehicles used for transport of fuel, chemicals, drilling equipment, and materials

· Ensure full compliance with HSE policies, industry regulations, and oil & gas safety standards

· Conduct and oversee pre-trip, post-trip, and periodic safety inspections

· Manage maintenance of specialized vehicles such as tankers, vacuum trucks, lowbeds, and trailers

· Coordinate emergency breakdown response, including remote and off-road locations

· Maintain accurate, audit-ready records of maintenance, inspections, and repairs

· Investigate vehicle-related incidents and support root-cause analysis and corrective actions

· Liaise with workshops, OEMs, and approved service providers

· Monitor vehicle condition, performance, and lifecycle costs

· Control spare parts inventory and maintenance budgets

· Train drivers on vehicle safety checks, defect reporting, and HSE compliance

· Ensure vehicles meet fitness, certification, and insurance requirements

· Support internal and external audits related to fleet safety and maintenance

Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) Responsibilities

· Enforce zero-tolerance policy for unsafe vehicle conditions

· Ensure compliance with company HSE procedures and regulatory standards

· Participate in HSE meetings, toolbox talks, and safety campaigns

· Report and investigate near-misses, incidents, and hazards related to vehicles

· Promote a strong safety culture across fleet operations

Required Skills & Competencies

· Strong knowledge of heavy-duty truck mechanics and diagnostics

· Experience with hazardous material and oilfield vehicles

· In-depth understanding of HSE, PTW systems, and safety compliance

· Ability to work in high-risk, remote, and time-critical environments

· Strong planning, coordination, and problem-solving skills

· Cost control, vendor management, and documentation skills

· Effective communication with drivers, HSE teams, and management

Qualifications

· Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical / Automobile Engineering

· HSE certification (NEBOSH, IOSH, or equivalent) preferred

· OEM or specialized vehicle maintenance certification is an advantage

Experience

· Minimum 5–8 years of experience in truck or fleet maintenance

· Prior experience in oil & gas, petrochemical, or hazardous operations preferred

Working Conditions

· Field-based role with exposure to oilfields, depots, and workshops

· On-call availability for emergency breakdowns

· May involve remote site assignments and shift work

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ₹15,000.00 - ₹30,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Cell phone reimbursement
• Health insurance

Work Location: In person