Mechanical Technician

Strategic Resources European Recruitment Consultants Ltd; Westhill; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Our client is seeking an Offshore Mechanical Technician for a 6 month PAYE contract, based out of Aberdeen with a 2on/3off rotation. FPSO knowledge is essential to perform maintenance and repairs to the installation.

The role requires carrying out planned preventive maintenance, reporting in CMMS, and leading safety briefings as part of the team. Training and safety compliance are emphasized.

Qualifications

• Experience working in offshore mechanical maintenance on FPSO.
• Strong communication and ability to explain technical issues clearly.

Responsibilities

• Assist Lead Mechanical Engineer in maintenance and repair of the installation.
• Carry out planned preventive and remedial maintenance per CMMS work instructions.
• Maintain detailed CMMS reporting and documentation.
• Work leader role and isolation authority when required.
• Participate in safety briefings and toolbox talks.
• Read and interpret drawings, reports and manuals to identify faults and repairs.

Skills

Offshore mechanical experience

FPSO knowledge

Reading drawings

ePTW safety awareness

Safe work practices

Education

SVQ Level 3 relevant to core trade

TMJI10

TMJI19

Tools

CMMS

Job description

MECHANICAL TECHNICIAN

Our client is seeking an experienced Offshore Mechanical Technician. This is a 6 month PAYE Contract role, mobilising out of Aberdeen as is a 2on/3off rotation. FPSO knowledge is essential.

Role Summary

• Ensure that the day-to-day activities of the team are carried out in a safe manner in accordance with the company HSEQ policies.
• Ensure that all activities are carried out in conformance with laws and regulations, contractual requirements, and relevant management systems.
• Perform duties as assigned by line manager.

Accountabilities

• The Mechanical Technician shall assist the Lead Mechanical Engineer in their functions and undertake operational maintenance / repair of the installation.
• Carry out planned preventative and remedial maintenance as described in the maintenance management system work instructions (CMMS).
• Actively participate in safety briefings and toolbox talks.
• Apply technical knowledge to determine equipment failures and identify appropriate repair solutions for equipment.
• Making and breaking flanges as per procedure.
• Operation and maintenance of utility systems.
• Ensure timely completion of safety critical work, Priority 1 Criticality 1 (P1C1).
• Perform the role of work leader and isolation authority where required.
• Contribute to continuous updates of control documentation.
• Maintain detailed and accurate reporting within the Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
• Carry out inspections of temporary equipment.
• General cleaning / upkeep of mechanical workshop & machinery space compartments.
• Carry out duties in accordance with Operations Manual Part 5, Offshore Emergency Response Plan (ERP).

Skills and Experience

• Experience of working in a mechanical department on an offshore installation is essential (FPSO)
• Good written and verbal communication skills and the ability to present complex technical issues in a clear and concise manner.
• Able to read, interpret and apply information from drawings, reports and manuals.
• Demonstrate an understanding and working knowledge of safe system of work (ePTW) and participating in assessing the risk management
• Working knowledge of CMMS systems.

Qualifications

• SVQ Level 3 relevant to core trade
• TMJI10 & TMJI19
• Compliance with training matrix for the position

Note: The duties and accountabilities described here are not exhaustive, and an employee may be required to perform additional duties as directed by their line manager.