Crane and Hydraulic Specialist

SBM Offshore N.V.; Marly; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

SBM Offshore N.V. is seeking a Crane and Hydraulic Specialist to support the maintenance team, focusing on offshore cranes and hydraulic systems. You will lead technicians, ensure reliability, and enforce adherence to international standards and safety procedures.

The role requires 5+ years in hydraulic cranes maintenance offshore, competency with CMMS AMOS/IFS and ePTW, and a strong planning mindset. English proficiency and offshore medical fitness are essential.

Qualifications

• Proven experience and/or qualified to N/SVQ/HNC/HND in Mechanical Engineering or local equivalent.
• Minimum of 5 years of extensive experience in Hydraulic Cranes Maintenance, offshore preferred.
• Good knowledge of Crane and Lifting International Standards.
• Good knowledge of CMMS systems AMOS / IFS and ePTW.
• Strong planning and organizational skills.
• Experience and knowledge of hydrocarbon processing systems and utilities.
• Good experience of Permit to Work, Mechanical Isolation Standards and Risk Assessment.
• Proficiency in English at a minimum of B1 level according to the CEFR international standard.
• Medically fit according to The Company GEMS Instruction Health Requirements to Work Offshore.

Responsibilities

• Maintain offshore cranes and hydraulic systems to ensure reliability.
• Lead technicians through complex equipment issues and implement effective solutions.
• Ensure adherence to procedures and regulatory standards across all work facets.
• Mentor mechanical technicians using seniority and experience.
• Apply CMMS AMOS/IFS and ePTW in maintenance activities.
• Plan and coordinate maintenance to minimize downtime and ensure safety.

Skills

Offshore crane operations

Hydraulic systems maintenance

Maintenance planning

Problem solving

Safety management

Operations

Education

N/SVQ/HNC/HND Mechanical Engineering or local equivalent

Tools

AMOS

IFS

ePTW

Job description

Imagine your career taking you to the depths of innovation and the heights of impact. Our people enable continuous progress. Their commitment, collective expertise, and unique capabilities are the engine room behind SBM Offshore’s True. Blue. Transition. - shaping the future of energy, and beyond.

About Us

SBM Offshore is a global leader in deepwater ocean infrastructure, delivering floating production solutions across the full asset lifecycle—from design and construction to installation and operation. Supported by a global team of more than 8,000 professionals, the Company operates a long-term, asset-backed business model that delivers high-availability assets and predictable cash flows. SBM Offshore combines engineering expertise, operational reliability, and selective innovation to support safe, efficient, and lower-carbon energy production, while extending its capabilities into new opportunities across the blue economy.

Reports To

• Onshore Maintenance and Reliability Lead (hierarchically)
• Maintenance Superintendent (functionally)

Background

• The Crane and Hydraulic Specialist support the maintenance team by offering technical expertise related to the maintenance and repair of offshore cranes and hydraulic systems. They can lead technicians through those complex equipment issues, implementing effective solutions that ensure optimal performance and reliability.
• With attention to detail, they ensure adherence to procedures and regulatory standards, ensuring compliance with OandM contractor requirements and local regulations across all facets of work.
• As technical leaders, they leverage their seniority, extensive experience, and knowledge to mentor mechanical technicians.

Authority

Immediate Subordinates

• N/A

Accountable For: Responsibilities & Standards

• See GEMS for Role Typical Responsibilities & standards

Recruitment Only-Generic Functional Competencies

• Offshore - Emergency Response
• Offshore - Crane Operations and Maintenance
• Offshore - Standards
• Offshore - Planning Work
• Offshore - Experience
• Offshore - Problem Solving
• Offshore - Hydraulic Systems
• Offshore - Safety Management
• Offshore - Operations

Pre-hire Qualifications And Experience

• Proven experience and/or qualified to N/SVQ/HNC/HND in Mechanical Engineering or local equivalent.
• Minimum of 5 years of extensive experience in Hydraulic Cranes Maintenance. Offshore environment would be preferable.
• Good knowledge and understanding of Crane and Lifting International Standards.
• Good knowledge of CMMS systems such as AMOS / IFS and ePTW.
• Strong planning and organizational skills.
• Experience and knowledge of hydrocarbon processing systems and utilities.
• Good experience of Permit to Work, Mechanical Isolation Standards and Risk Assessment.
• Proficiency in English at a minimum of B1 level according to the CEFR international standard.
• Medically fit according to The Company GEMS Instruction Health Requirements to Work Offshore.

GENERAL INFORMATION

SBM Offshore N.V. is a listed holding company that is headquartered in Amsterdam. It holds direct and indirect interests in other companies that collectively with SBM Offshore N.V. form the SBM Offshore Group (“the Company”). For further information, please visit our website at www.sbmoffshore.com. The companies in which SBM Offshore N.V., directly and indirectly, owns investments are separate entities.

SBM Offshore is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. SBM Offshore does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.