Offshore Cranes Maintenance Consultant (Contract)

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

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.