Lead Workshop Technician - Offshore Maintenance & QA

James Fisher and Sons plc; Aberdeen City; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits tailored to the/

Opportunities for career growth

Supportive, inclusive culture

Job summary

James Fisher is seeking a Workshop Technician for a permanent role in Oldmeldrum, Aberdeen. The position oversees maintenance mobilisation, factory acceptance testing, and leads workshop technicians to ensure quality procedures and HSEQ compliance.

Responsibilities include overhaul, repair, testing of fleet assets, driving efficiency, coaching staff, and supporting continuous improvement within a safety-focused team environment.

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical and/or hydraulic technical proficiency.
• Experience leading and mentoring technicians.
• Ability to drive continuous improvement in a workshop.
• Experience with subsea and offshore deck equipment.

Responsibilities

• Overhaul, repair, and test fleet assets per procedures.
• Ensure equipment is fully tested and maintained.
• Lead technicians to promote development and raise standards.
• Drive continuous improvement and QHSE in the workshop.
• Promote use of mobile devices and smart software for efficiency.
• Identify cost efficiencies in workflow.
• Conduct Off Hire inspections and assist in breakdown reports.

Skills

Mechanical background

Team leadership

Continuous improvement

Offshore deck equipment experience

Tools

Mobile devices usage

Smart software applications

Job description

James Fisher is seeking a Workshop Technician for a permanent role in Oldmeldrum, Aberdeen. The position oversees maintenance mobilisation, factory acceptance testing, and leads workshop technicians to ensure quality procedures and HSEQ compliance.

Responsibilities include overhaul, repair, testing of fleet assets, driving efficiency, coaching staff, and supporting continuous improvement within a safety-focused team environment.