Maintenance Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy seeks a Maintenance Engineer specializing in Offshore Cranes and Lifting Appliances for a 6-month contract in Aberdeen. The role requires strong technical understanding and experience in offshore maintenance engineering. As a consultant, you'll ensure compliance and safety while acting independently to support operational excellence on client-designated offshore assets.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in offshore crane and lifting appliance engineering.
• Strong understanding of offshore safety and maintenance regulations.
• Demonstrated ability to operate as an independent consultant or within a Limited Company framework.

Responsibilities

• Advise on inspection and certification strategies.
• Engage with third-party vendors as an independent expert.
• Review inspection reports and maintenance records.

Skills

Offshore crane engineering

Lifting appliances maintenance

Independent consulting

Safety regulations understanding

Education

Relevant engineering degree or equivalent qualifications

Job description

Job Description

Maintenance Engineer Onshore

Offshore Cranes and Lifting Appliances

Location: Aberdeen, UK

Engagement: Outside IR35 | Limited Companies Welcome

Duration: 6 Months

Position Summary:

We are seeking a Maintenance Engineer – Offshore Cranes and Lifting Appliances to join us on a 6-month contract basis. This Outside IR35 opportunity is ideal for a Limited Company or experienced contractor with a background in offshore maintenance engineering and a strong technical understanding of lifting appliances and cranes in the energy industry.

This role is based in Aberdeen, UK, and offers a rewarding opportunity to provide specialist, independent consultancy services to support operational excellence on client-designated offshore assets.

Scope of Services

As a Maintenance Engineering Consultant, you will deliver independent, specialist services aimed at maintaining the integrity, safety, compliance, and performance of offshore cranes and lifting appliances. You will act as a technical authority and operate independently of Petrofac’s management or direct supervision.

Key Responsibilities:

• Advise on inspection and certification strategies in line with applicable legislation and client standards.
• Engage with third-party vendors and inspection bodies as an independent engineering expert.
• Participate in HAZOP/HAZID reviews, offshore readiness planning, and risk assessments.
• Review inspection reports, maintenance records, and technical submissions from subcontractors.
• Attend planning meetings, conduct offshore surveys, and witness functional testing.
• Provide technical input for vendor evaluations and maintenance strategies.

Key Deliverables

The Consultant will be expected to produce and contribute to the following (as per call-off project scope and timeline):

• Technical workpacks and inspection documentation to ensure compliance.
• Maintenance planning materials (e.g., job cards, CTRs, campaign schedules).
• Procurement documents and technical specs for lifting equipment and spare parts.
• Asset condition assessments, spares lists, and updates to asset registers.
• Site survey and test witness reports.
• Change control records and project cost/progress tracking reports.

Candidate Requirements

• Proven experience in offshore crane and lifting appliance engineering.
• Strong understanding of offshore safety and maintenance regulations.
• Demonstrated ability to operate as an independent consultant or within a Limited Company framework.
• Relevant engineering degree or equivalent qualifications ().
• Valid offshore certifications (e.g., BOSIET, MIST) are advantageous