Hydraulic Service Technician

Ethos Foundation; Doncaster; Remote; GBP 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Hydraulic Service Technician to join their elite Flying Squad. This exciting role involves global travel to commission, maintain, and repair hydraulic systems on cranes and lifting equipment. You will diagnose faults, perform repairs, and ensure compliance with health and safety standards while enjoying the opportunity to work in diverse locations. With a competitive salary and benefits including health cover and a robust pension scheme, this position offers a chance to make a significant impact in the oil and gas industry while advancing your career through ongoing training and development.

Benefits

BUPA health cover

Robust pension scheme

31 days annual leave

Ongoing training

Career progression

Paid travel days

Loyalty bonus

Qualifications

• Experience in hydraulic, mechanical, or electrical engineering.
• Proficiency in fault-finding and preventative maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Commission and maintain hydraulic systems on cranes and lifting equipment.
• Diagnose faults and perform repairs on hydraulic and mechanical components.
• Ensure compliance with HSEQ standards and produce detailed job reports.

Skills

Hydraulic Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Electrical Engineering

Fault-Finding

Preventative Maintenance

Report Writing

Driving Licence

BOSIET Certification

MIST Certification

Education

Time-served apprenticeship

Tools

Hydraulic Schematics

Load Monitoring Systems

Job description

Hydraulic Service Technician – Offshore Cranes & Lifting Equipment

Location: Home-Based (Worldwide Travel – Onshore & Offshore)
Salary: Circa £65k OTE in Year One + Benefits

Are you a skilled Hydraulic Service Technician with a strong background in cranes and lifting systems, and a passion for travel and hands-on engineering challenges? Join our client’s elite Flying Squad, working globally to commission, maintain, and repair critical hydraulic equipment across the oil and gas industry. Expect varied work, exciting locations, and the chance to make a real impact.

The Role

• Commission, maintain, inspect, and service hydraulic systems on cranes and lifting equipment both onshore and occasionally offshore or overseas.

• Diagnose faults and perform repairs on hydraulic, mechanical, and electrical components.

• Support commissioning and troubleshooting on a range of hydro-mechanical systems.

• Assist with the identification and procurement of spare parts.

• Produce accurate and detailed job reports.

• Plan and oversee rigging and lifting operations.

• Ensure compliance with Health, Safety, Environmental, and Quality (HSEQ) standards.

• Work closely with site personnel to maintain a safe and efficient working environment.

• Mitigate environmental risks through correct offshore working practices.

• Travel internationally to support other teams and attend training when required.

Skills & Competencies

• Time-served apprenticeship in Hydraulic, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering.

• Experience in the crane or heavy lifting sector; knowledge of brands like Liebherr or Gottwald is a plus.

• Proficiency in reading and interpreting hydraulic schematics and engineering drawings.

• Proven skills in fault-finding, commissioning, and preventative maintenance of hydraulic systems.

• Familiarity with load monitoring systems such as MIPEG or PAT.

• Strong IT and report writing skills.

• Valid UK/Ireland driving licence.

• BOSIET and MIST certifications (essential).

• Comfortable working at height and in offshore or remote environments.

Benefits

• Earnings: Circa £65k OTE in the first year (base salary, day rate, loyalty bonus, and paid travel days).

• Health: BUPA health cover for peace of mind.

• Security: Robust pension scheme.

• Time Off: 31 days annual leave.

• Development: Ongoing training, career progression, and exciting, varied projects.