Senior Mechanical Engineer – Offshore Operations Lead

Geoquip Marine Group; England; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A global offshore engineering company is looking for a Lead Mechanical Engineer to provide technical leadership and oversight in their operations. The ideal candidate will ensure compliance with health & safety standards and oversee significant maintenance activities, supporting both onshore and offshore operations. This role requires a degree in Mechanical Engineering and solid experience in heavy engineering environments, alongside strong leadership and communication skills. Competitive salary and benefits are offered.

Benefits

25 days Annual Leave

Maternity & Paternity Leave benefits

Private Healthcare

5% Employer Pension Contribution

Employee Assistance Program

Gym Membership Scheme

Qualifications

• Solid industry experience in heavy engineering environments, marine or offshore preferred.
• Certified Subject-Matter Expert in mechanical or hydraulic disciplines.
• Deep hands-on expertise in diagnosing and resolving mechanical and hydraulic faults.
• Experience in installation and commissioning of equipment in offshore conditions.

Responsibilities

• Lead execution of mechanical and hydraulic engineering activities.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and maintain documentation.
• Oversee maintenance activities to meet quality and budget requirements.
• Develop and maintain maintenance procedures for offshore best practices.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Hydraulic Systems

Leadership

Communication Skills

Problem-solving

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CMMS (Sertica)

MS Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)

Job description

A global offshore engineering company is looking for a Lead Mechanical Engineer to provide technical leadership and oversight in their operations. The ideal candidate will ensure compliance with health & safety standards and oversee significant maintenance activities, supporting both onshore and offshore operations. This role requires a degree in Mechanical Engineering and solid experience in heavy engineering environments, alongside strong leadership and communication skills. Competitive salary and benefits are offered.