Downhole Mechanical Technician – Oilfield Tools & Testing

Catering; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Catering is seeking a Mechanical Technician to join our Mechanical Production team in the Aberdeen area. You will manage the build, repair, and maintenance of downhole mechanical assemblies and support client sites both onshore and offshore.

Ideal candidates have a time-served apprenticeship and at least five years’ experience as a Mechanical Fitter or Tool Dresser, with exposure to oilfield downhole tools and hydrostatic/gas testing where possible.

Qualifications

• Time-served apprenticeship or equivalent.
• Five years’ experience as a Mechanical Fitter or Tool Dresser.
• Experience with oilfield downhole tools.
• Hydrostatic and gas testing experience is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Undertake build, repair, and maintenance of downhole mechanical assemblies.
• Perform test builds of new equipment and prototype testing.
• Work on mechanical equipment and systems within the downhole sector of the oil industry.
• Read drawings and interpret work instructions, delivering work to time and quality.
• Carry out surveys and pre-fit examinations of equipment.
• Advise on the ordering of equipment for new tools and development work.
• Carry out function, pressure, and gas testing.
• Participate in design reviews.
• Support internal customers on technical queries.
• Maintain build files and related documentation.
• Support operations by working at client sites, both onshore and offshore.
• Use general workshop machinery and hand tools related to the role of a mechanical fitter.

Skills

Time-served apprenticeship

Five years’ experience as a Mechanical

Oilfield downhole tools

Hydrostatic testing

Job description

Catering is seeking a Mechanical Technician to join our Mechanical Production team in the Aberdeen area. You will manage the build, repair, and maintenance of downhole mechanical assemblies and support client sites both onshore and offshore.

Ideal candidates have a time-served apprenticeship and at least five years’ experience as a Mechanical Fitter or Tool Dresser, with exposure to oilfield downhole tools and hydrostatic/gas testing where possible.