The Junior Vibration/Condition Monitoring Technician supports the execution of condition monitoring and vibration analysis tasks on steam and gas turbines, as well as other rotating machinery. This entry-level role involves assisting with data collection, preliminary analysis, and routine health checks of mechanical systems to help identify potential faults and support preventive maintenance programs.
Assist in the collection of vibration, temperature, and acoustic data from turbines and rotating machinery using portable and online monitoring equipment.
Support the setup, calibration, and use of condition monitoring instruments (e.g., vibration analyzers, sensors, accelerometers).
Conduct routine route-based data acquisition tasks under the supervision of senior technicians or analysts.
Perform basic data validation and flag anomalies or deviations from baseline readings.
Assist in preliminary diagnosis of common vibration faults such as imbalance, misalignment, looseness, and bearing wear.
Maintain and update condition monitoring databases and logs.
Support the preparation of basic inspection reports and documentation.
Follow safety and operational procedures during field monitoring activities.
Coordinate with maintenance teams to schedule and support health check operations.
Learn to interpret waveform and spectrum data using vibration analysis software (e.g., Emerson, SKF, CSI, Bently Nevada).
Diploma or Technical Certificate in Mechanical Engineering, Instrumentation, or related field.
0–2 years of experience in mechanical maintenance, instrumentation, or rotating equipment monitoring.
Basic understanding of mechanical systems, bearings, shafts, and rotating machinery.
Familiarity with the use of handheld data collectors or sensors is a plus.
Good communication skills and ability to follow instructions and standard procedures.
Proficient with Microsoft Excel and report preparation.
Physically fit and able to work in industrial environments.
Training in vibration analysis (ISO CAT I) or condition monitoring fundamentals.
Internship or experience in a predictive maintenance or reliability department.
Exposure to turbines, pumps, compressors, or generators in industrial or power generation settings.
Industrial work environment, including power plants and rotating machinery facilities.
Fieldwork may include exposure to heat, noise, and vibration; use of PPE is mandatory.
May require climbing, standing for long periods, or working in confined spaces.
Occasional travel to support off-site monitoring assignments.