Offshore Ops Technician

NES Group Ltd; Norwich; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 101,000; Full time

Job summary

NES Fircroft is recruiting an Offshore Ops Technician for offshore assets in the UK North Sea on a 3-year contract with potential extension. The role covers preparation of WCCs/ICCs, monitoring plant conditions, and acting as PA/IA as needed, in a high-demand offshore environment.

Candidates should have offshore qualifications and several years of platform experience, with strong HSE knowledge and willingness to travel for mobilisation.

Qualifications

• Technical qualification or equivalent offshore operations experience.
• Several years of offshore experience in Oil & Gas platform environments.
• Ability to prepare and manage WCCs and ICCs for vendor mobilisations.
• Experience with monitoring plant conditions and updating maintenance systems (Maximo advantageous).
• Capable of acting as Performing Authority (PA) and Isolating Authority (IA) as required.
• Strong knowledge of HSE procedures and practices.

Responsibilities

• Operate and manage offshore production facilities.
• Prepare and manage Work Control Certificates (WCCs) and Isolation Control Certificates (ICCs) for vendor mobilisations.
• Monitor plant conditions, raise defects, and update maintenance systems.
• Act as Performing Authority (PA) and Isolating Authority (IA) as required.
• Adhere to operational procedures and HSE standards; provide flexible support as demands shift.

Skills

Offshore experience

WCC/ICC knowledge

PA/IA capability

HSE practices

Defect reporting

Flexibility to support ad hoc tasks

Education

Relevant technical qualification or equivalent

Tools

Maximo

Job description

NES Fircroft are currently recruiting an Offshore Ops Technician on behalf of a leading Oil & Gas operator to work on their offshore assets in the UK North Sea.

This is an excellent opportunity to join an established operator on an initial 3 years contract, with a strong likelihood of extension.

Contract Details

• Rotation: 2 weeks on / 2 weeks off
• Working Hours: 12-hour shifts
• Mobilisation Location: Norwich
• Travel: 45p per mile for mobilisation travel, both ways, or economy travel
• Accommodation: Hotel accommodation provided the night before mobilisation, if required
• Pay: Competitive PAYE day rate

Key Responsibilities

• Proven experience operating and managing offshore production facilities
• Ability to prepare and manage Work Control Certificates (WCCs) and Isolation Control Certificates (ICCs) for vendor mobilisations
• Competence in monitoring plant conditions, raising defects, and updating maintenance systems (Maximo experience advantageous)
• Capability to act as Performing Authority (PA) and Isolating Authority (IA) as required
• Strong knowledge and application of operational procedures, health, safety, and environmental (HSE) practices
• Flexibility and willingness to support ad hoc activities as operational demands shift – the role often requires "all hands to the deck" responsiveness

Nice to Have Skills

• Additional offshore tickets such as HAD (Helicopter Deck Assistant) or HLO (Helicopter Landing Officer)

Preferred Education and Experience

• Relevant technical qualification or equivalent experience in offshore operations or engineering
• Minimum of several years’ offshore experience within Oil & Gas platform environments
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams in high-pressure situations

Other Requirements

• Right to work in the UK
• Valid BOSIET and MIST certifications with current offshore medical clearance prior to mobilisation

Join a top-tier Oil & Gas operator for a rewarding, long-term contract where your expertise will directly contribute to operational excellence offshore.

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 and Manufacturing sectors 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.