Mechanical Technician

TWMA Middle East Limited; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 73,000 - 112,000; Full time

Job summary

TWMA Middle East Limited seeks a Mechanical Technician to check, service and repair offshore equipment. You will assess mechanical and hydraulic systems to determine refurbishment or replacement needs and generate clear maintenance reports.

The role requires hands-on mechanical skills, 5+ years in a similar field, and readiness for offshore travel with appropriate certifications. A safety-first mindset and strong teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• NVQ in mechanical related field or equivalent trade experience, 3+ years if no NVQ.
• Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in mechanical/hydraulic engineering preferred.
• BOSIET or ability to obtain certification if required for offshore travel.

Responsibilities

• Check, service, repair and maintain TWMA equipment.
• Inspect mechanical & hydraulic systems to determine refurbishment, replacement or repair needs.
• Repair or replace defective parts and components.
• Attend daily workshop or site briefings and generate accurate inspection reports.
• Log and report information in maintenance job sheets.
• Provide technical advice to engineering and other departments and liaise for build improvements.
• Follow TWMA and HSE procedures; attend monthly safety meetings.
• Provide offshore travel support to check, service and repair equipment, including medicals and training as required.

Skills

English communication

MS Office

Detail oriented

Team player

Adaptable

Safety awareness

Offshore travel readiness

Education

NVQ in Mechanical field

Trade equivalent with 3+ years

Diploma or Bachelor's in Mechanical/Hydraulic Eng

Job description

Key Responsibilities:

Duties

• Check, service, repair and maintain all TWMA equipment.

• Inspect and assess the mechanical & hydraulic systems to determine the requirements for

refurbishment, replacement, or repair.

• Repair or replace defective and/or worn parts and components.

• Attend daily workshop or daily site briefings.

• Generate accurate Engineer Inspection reports of assets and equipment.

• Log and report information in the maintenance job sheets.

Provide technical advice and assistance to all departments:

• Liaise with Engineering Department to obtain information to assist in the build of new equipment.

• Liaise with other departments to promote suitable improvements to the process, assets, and

equipment.

HSEQ – ensure maintenance requirements are fully understood by:

• Follow all TWMA and HSE procedures.

• Address any concerns and take appropriate actions in conjunction with TWMA procedures.

• Attend monthly safety meetings with HSEQ personnel.

Out of Hours Maintenance/Process Support Assistance:

• Provide back-up assistance to other TWMA personnel by mobile phone as required.

• Offshore/Oversees Process Support – supporting offshore operations:

• Travelling offshore to check, service & repair equipment as required.

• Be prepared to undertake medicals, vaccinations and training as required for offshore travel.

Offshore/Oversees Process Support – supporting offshore operations:

• Travelling offshore to check, service & repair equipment as required.

• Be prepared to undertake medicals, vaccinations and training as required for offshore travel.

Desired Candidate Profile

Qualifications / Training (E – Essential / P – Preferred):

• National Vocational Qualification (NVQ) in Mechanical related field or secondary qualification with

equivalent trade experience of at least 3 years if relevant qualification is not available (E).

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• Diploma or bachelor’s degree in relevant Mechanical/ Hydraulic Engineering (P)

• Basic Offshore Survival Induction & Emergency Training (BOSIET) (P) or ability to obtain certification

if required to travel offshore.

Experience(s) (E – Essential / P – Preferred):

• Minimum 5 years work experience in a similar role within relevant field (E)

• Working experience within the oil & gas or energy industries (P)

• Preventive, predictive and corrective mechanical maintenance (E)

• Servicing & maintaining mechanical & hydraulic equipment / machine (E)

• Designing and building mechanical & hydraulic systems (P)

• Working with process equipment/ heavy plant machinery (P)

• Maintenance and overhauling of Centrifugal Pumps. (Single stage & multistage) (P)

Knowledge / Skills / Competencies (E – Essential / P – Preferred):

• Good interpersonal and communication skills in English (Written and Verbal) (E)

• Basic knowledge in MS office tools especially MS word and MS Excel (E)

• Ability to work to a high standard at all times (E)

• Ability to follow Operations and Maintenance Instructions (E)

• Adaptable, flexible, and positive attitude towards change (E)

• Good team player with the ability to work on own initiative (E)

• Ability to work well with diverse culture and staff at all levels (E)

• Keen attention to detail and ability to present information effectively in a precise and appropriate

format (E)

• Dedicated to promoting a positive image of the company (E)

• Physical ability to execute daily manual activities with optimal performance for prolonged working

hours (E)

• Competent in applying defined systems of work (P)

Complying with Procedures:

• Ensure compliance with the Company and Client operating policies and procedures.

• Ensure compliance with the Company Health and Safety policy.

• Be aware of company conditions of employment as detailed in the Employee Handbook.

• Liaise with the HR Department to assure compliance with current employment law legislation and

contract of employment.