Mechanical Technician – Oil Depot Maintenance & Safety

The Oil and Pipelines Agency; Garelochhead; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

The Oil and Pipelines Agency in Helensburgh is seeking a Mechanical Technician to join a safety-critical maintenance team at Finnart OFD. The role involves maintaining rotating and static plant, using diagrams and P&ID drawings, and ensuring safe execution of tasks.

You will perform planned maintenance, support RAMS and PTW processes, and work on-site with occasional confined-space tasks. A clean driving licence and collaborative approach are valued.

Qualifications

• Qualified Mechanical Technician with a recognised apprenticeship or equivalent.
• Strong working knowledge of rotating and static plant (tanks, pumps, valves, pipework).
• Willingness to work in confined spaces and on-call roster; medically fit for breathing apparatus.
• Ability to prepare RAMS and work within Safe Systems of Work.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned maintenance and defect rectification efficiently.
• Report site defects to Depot Engineer for corrective action.
• Complete weekly/monthly PPM paperwork within agreed timescales.
• Prepare work areas for complex depot maintenance.
• Use diagnostics to identify faults in depot systems and components.
• Read and understand technical drawings (P&ID’s, isometrics).
• Review works and produce RAMS to carry out tasks safely.

Skills

Rotating plant experience

Static plant experience

Pumps and valves maintenance

Piping systems understanding

Education

Mechanical Craft Apprenticeship

NVQ Level 2 Performing Engineering Operations

NVQ Level 2 (QPE007 - Pipework)

Level 3 BTEC Mechanical Maintenance

NVQ Level 3 Mechanical Maintenance

Tools

P&ID drawings

Job description

The Oil and Pipelines Agency in Helensburgh is seeking a Mechanical Technician to join a safety-critical maintenance team at Finnart OFD. The role involves maintaining rotating and static plant, using diagrams and P&ID drawings, and ensuring safe execution of tasks.

You will perform planned maintenance, support RAMS and PTW processes, and work on-site with occasional confined-space tasks. A clean driving licence and collaborative approach are valued.