Maintenance Engineer

First Recruitment Group; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 111,000; Full time

Job summary

First Recruitment Group is seeking a Maintenance Engineer – Offshore Cranes and Lifting Appliances on a 6-month contract in Aberdeen, UK. This Outside IR35 role welcomes Limited Companies and experienced contractors with offshore maintenance expertise.

Responsibilities include advising on inspection strategies, reviewing reports and plans, participating in HAZOP/HAZID reviews, and producing workpacks and procurement specs to keep lifting assets compliant and safe.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Advise on inspection and certification strategies in line with legislation and client standards.
• Engage with vendors and inspection bodies as an independent engineer.
• 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.

Skills

Offshore crane engineering

Independent consultant

Regulatory compliance

HAZOP/HAZID knowledge

Job description

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.

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.
• Valid offshore certifications (e.g., BOSIET, MIST) are advantageous

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