Offshore Crane Op Mechanic

ZipRecruiter; Swindon; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Oil & Gas operator is seeking experienced Offshore Crane Mechanics for a 12-month PAYE contract in the Southern North Sea. This role involves maintenance of critical lifting equipment. Candidates must have offshore experience, relevant mechanical qualifications, and Crane Competency Training. The position offers shifts of 2 weeks on, 2 weeks off with competitive pay and additional benefits.

Benefits

Competitive day rate

Mileage or travel tickets covered

Hotel accommodation if required

Qualifications

• Previous offshore Oil & Gas experience is essential.
• Crane Competency Training (Stages 1–3).
• Strong understanding of crane systems, LOLER regulations, and offshore safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform planned and corrective maintenance on cranes.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical and hydraulic faults.
• Conduct mechanical inspections and maintain inspection records.

Skills

Mechanical skills

Troubleshooting

Hydraulic systems knowledge

Electrical fault repairs

Education

Recognised mechanical qualification or apprenticeship

Job description

Job Description

NES Fircroft on behalf of a leading Oil & Gas Operator are seeking experienced Offshore Crane Mechanics to join there intervention team in the Southern North Sea. This is an opportunity to play a key role in the maintenance and integrity of safety-critical lifting equipment across a number of offshore assets.

You'll be working as part of a team of multi-skilled technicians, ensuring that cranes and associated systems remain compliant, operational, and safe. This position is well suited to a proactive, technically skilled individual who enjoys hands-on work and offshore life.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform planned and corrective maintenance on cranes, winches, engines, and ancillary systems
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, hydraulic, and (where possible) electrical faults
• Carry out major scopes such as winch and hydraulic ram replacements
• Conduct mechanical inspections and maintain inspection records
• Ensure all work complies with LOLER, PUK, and industry safety standards
• Liaise with onshore cranes & lifting teams and external vendors
• Monitor crane inventory, certification, and raise work/material requests
• Interpret technical manuals, drawings, and specifications

Requirements:

• Recognised mechanical qualification or apprenticeship
• Previous offshore Oil & Gas experience is essential
• Crane Competency Training (Stages 1–3)
• Strong understanding of crane systems, LOLER regulations, and offshore safety standards
• Reside in the UK
• Offshore certs in place

On offer
Minimum 12month PAYE Contract and highly likely to be extended
Shift Rota -2wks on 2wks off, 12 hour days
Competitive day rate, mileage or travel tickets covered and hotel if required.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a dedicated offshore intervention team
• Long-term contract stability with a respected offshore operator
• Opportunity to work across multiple assets and crane systems
• Build your profile in a safety-led, high-performance environment

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With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining andManufacturingsectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.