Offshore Mechanical Technician

NES Fircroft; Norwich; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

NES Fircroft is seeking an experienced Offshore Mechanical Technician to join an offshore maintenance team for a leading oil and gas operator. The role involves maintenance and monitoring of mechanical equipment, ensuring safe, environmentally responsible, reliable operations on the platform.

You will perform scheduled maintenance, raise permits, manage spares, support projects, and work a 2 weeks on/2 weeks off rotation with 12-hour shifts, mobilising from Norwich.

Qualifications

• Recognised apprenticeship in a relevant engineering discipline.
• HNC (or equivalent) in Engineering (preferred).
• Strong knowledge of mechanical machinery and equipment.
• Experience in the Oil & Gas, Petrochemical, or related industry.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled trade maintenance activities as per the maintenance management system.
• Ensure maintenance is conducted to minimize production impact and maximize plant availability.
• Raise relevant permits within the agreed time frame and generate new work requests for plant and equipment failures.
• Manage and maintain inventory of critical spares and stock equipment.
• Support project activities and collaborate with vendors and subcontractors as required.
• Develop and review operational and maintenance procedures.
• Comply with Change Management Policies, including Plant Modification Proposals.
• Take responsibility for all waste management tasks related to individual activities.
• Attend daily operations meetings to provide updates on planned maintenance and remediation plans.

Skills

Strong mechanical knowledge

Oil & Gas experience

Maintenance expertise

Education

Recognised apprenticeship in engineering

HNC in Engineering (preferred)

Job description

A leading oil & gas company is hiring a skilled Offshore Mechanical Technician to join their offshore team. The successful candidate will work alongside a team of trade technicians to manage the maintenance and operational monitoring of mechanical equipment, ensuring safe, environmentally sound, reliable, and efficient offshore operations.

Job Offer:

• Core role with a competitive PAYE day rate.
• 12 months inially but possibility of ongoing, long-term work
• Rotation: 2 weeks on / 2 weeks off.
• 12-hour shifts.
• Mobilising from Norwich.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform scheduled trade maintenance activities as per the maintenance management system.
• Ensure maintenance is conducted in accordance with company standards and procedures to minimize production impact and maximize plant availability.
• Raise relevant permits within the agreed time frame and generate new work requests for plant and equipment failures.
• Manage and maintain inventory of critical spares and stock equipment to ensure maintenance visits are completed on schedule and downtime is minimized.
• Support project activities and collaborate with vendors and subcontractors as required.
• Develop and review operational and maintenance procedures.
• Comply with Change Management Policies, including Plant Modification Proposals.
• Take responsibility for all waste management tasks related to individual activities, including cleaning up after tasks, waste monitoring, and disposal.
• Attend daily operations meetings to provide updates on planned SCE Maintenance, live defects, and ongoing remediation plans.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Recognised apprenticeship in a relevant engineering discipline.
• HNC (or equivalent) in Engineering (preferred).
• Strong knowledge of mechanical machinery and equipment.
• Experience in the Oil & Gas, Petrochemical, or related industry.
• Extensive experience in maintenance and fault-finding on mechanical equipment.

Required Training & Certifications:

• All valid offshore certifications, including MIST, BOSIET, and Offshore Medical.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Offshore Mechanical Technician looking to work within a reputable oil & gas company.