Mechanical Engineer

First Recruitment Group; Norwich; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

First Recruitment Group is seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer to support Southern North Sea operations. You will provide technical support for pumps, compressors, engines, piping, valves, and vessels, ensuring reliability and performance.

Requirements include an engineering degree or equivalent, 8–10 years offshore oil & gas experience, and proficiency with CMMS (Maximo) and MOC processes. Strong communication and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Engineering degree or equivalent (HNC/HND) in a relevant discipline.
• 8–10 years offshore oil & gas or regulated industry experience.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical equipment, maintenance, and planning processes.

Responsibilities

• Provide mechanical engineering support across Operations, Maintenance, Projects, Metering and Integrity.
• Support shutdowns, outages and maintenance activities.
• Conduct root cause failure analysis and identify reliability improvements.
• Develop and maintain maintenance strategies, procedures and equipment routines.
• Monitor maintenance performance and reduce backlog and downtime.
• Specify, procure and manage replacement equipment.
• Manage change (MOC) processes, technical documentation and reporting.
• Conduct site assurance surveys onshore and offshore.
• Deliver technical guidance and training to technicians and new recruits.

Skills

Strong communication

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Education

Engineering Degree / HNC / HND

Tools

Maximo

Job description

Working Pattern

Monday-Friday with occasional travel assets.

An exciting opportunity to join the Maintenance team supporting Southern North Sea operations. The Mechanical Engineer will provide technical support to ensure the reliability, availability, and performance of a broad range of mechanical equipment, including pumps, compressors, engines, generators, piping, valves, and vessels.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide mechanical engineering support across Operations, Maintenance, Projects, Metering, and Integrity.
• Support shutdowns, outages, and maintenance activities.
• Conduct root cause failure analysis and identify reliability improvements.
• Develop and maintain maintenance strategies, procedures, and equipment routines.
• Monitor maintenance performance and reduce backlog and downtime.
• Specify, procure, and manage replacement equipment.
• Manage change (MOC) processes, technical documentation, and reporting.
• Conduct site assurance surveys onshore and offshore.
• Deliver technical guidance and training to technicians and new recruits.

Requirements

• Engineering Degree, HNC, or HND in a relevant discipline.
• 8-10 years' experience in offshore oil & gas or another highly regulated industry.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical equipment, maintenance, and planning processes.
• Understanding of hazardous area equipment specifications and Management of Change (MOC).
• Experience with CMMS systems, preferably Maximo.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.
• CompEx Ex11
• Hydraulic Awareness
• Mechanical Competence (or equivalent)
• HVAC systems knowledge
• Experience with valves, actuators, and associated testing/maintenance.