Base Mechanic: Diesel Equipment Specialist

Atlas NextWave; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Atlas NextWave is seeking a Base Mechanic to maintain, service and repair specialist diesel-powered equipment within a workshop and operational environment. You will perform planned maintenance, diagnose faults, calibrate systems and support mobilisation/demobilisation activities while ensuring equipment is safe, compliant and ready for deployment.

Collaborating with workshop, warehouse and field teams, you will keep accurate records, assist with training of apprentices and contribute to

Qualifications

• Time-served mechanical qualification preferred, though relevant experience will also be considered.
• Strong practical experience working on diesel-powered equipment or similar mechanical systems.
• Previous experience in a mechanical maintenance, workshop or equipment servicing environment.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities with minimal supervision.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
• Forklift certification would be beneficial but is not essential.
• Experience within energy, oil & gas, marine, industrial or heavy equipment sectors would be advantageous.
• Knowledge of hazardous area equipment or compliance requirements would be beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Carry out maintenance, modification, servicing and repair of mechanical equipment.
• Assemble, disassemble, test and calibrate equipment as required.
• Conduct planned and preventative maintenance activities.
• Troubleshoot mechanical issues and provide effective solutions.
• Service diesel-powered equipment to a high standard.
• Support equipment mobilisation, loading and workshop activities.
• Maintain accurate maintenance and service records.
• Assist with equipment improvements and provide technical input on new or modified equipment.
• Liaise with suppliers, inspectors and third parties when required.
• Ensure calibration and safety systems are maintained and documented.
• Maintain a safe, organised and efficient workshop environment.
• Support the training and development of apprentices, trainees and new team members.

Skills

Hands-on

Team player

Problem-solving

Under pressure

Education

Mechanical qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Forklift certification

Job description

Atlas NextWave is seeking a Base Mechanic to maintain, service and repair specialist diesel-powered equipment within a workshop and operational environment. You will perform planned maintenance, diagnose faults, calibrate systems and support mobilisation/demobilisation activities while ensuring equipment is safe, compliant and ready for deployment.

Collaborating with workshop, warehouse and field teams, you will keep accurate records, assist with training of apprentices and contribute to