UHP Jetting Operative/Yard Operative (Job ID:1927)

ASCO Group Limited; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A key player in NORM decontamination is seeking a UHP Jetting Operative/Yard Operative in Aberdeen. Ideal candidates will possess a safety focus and mechanical aptitude, with roles including operating ultra-high-pressure jetting equipment and maintaining safety standards. This is an exciting opportunity to progress within the company, supporting decommissioning activities in the oil and gas sector. The position operates on a 9-day fortnight, providing a balanced work schedule.

Qualifications

• Experience with ultra-high-pressure water jetting.
• Previous experience in the oil and gas industry.
• Mechanical aptitude and safety focus.

Responsibilities

• Operate ultra-high-pressure jetting equipment.
• Maintain accurate records of activities.
• Ensure equipment maintenance as per procedures.
• Promote HSSEQ compliance and culture.

Skills

Counterbalance Forklift

Abrasive Wheels / HAV Certification

Tools

Forklift

Job description

UHP Jetting Operative/Yard Operative (Job ID:1927)

Company: ASCO UK Limited

Employment Type: Full Time/Permanent

NORM Solutions is a wholly owned ASCO company which specialises in the decontamination of Naturally Occurring Radioactive Material (NORM).

This role presents an exciting opportunity to develop a career with ASCO/NORM Solutions at a key point where the focus is on upskilling personnel and introducing innovative technological solutions to enhance the productivity and service offering to our client base, at a time where decommissioning activities are actively growing.

This is part of a small close‑knot team which reports to the Operations Manager, the primary purpose of this role is to safely clean NORM contaminated equipment in line with relevant legislation, Company procedures and manufacturer's guidelines.

We would also consider a trainee for this position. The role operates on a 9‑day fortnight, giving every second Friday off.

Responsibilities

• Ultra High‑Pressure Jetting of offshore equipment and operating the automated tubular process.
• Forklift operations: loading, unloading and transferring equipment.
• Stripping down materials and reducing them in size to facilitate cleaning (includes valves and other oil and gas equipment).
• Maintaining an accurate, auditable record of activities, both documented and computerised.
• Ensuring equipment is maintained in accordance with operating procedures.
• Always maintaining the highest standards of housekeeping.
• Participating in the continuous improvement of customer service, processes and cost effectiveness.
• Continuously engaging in the pro‑active HSSEQ culture, ensuring full participation and compliance.
• Proactively assisting colleagues and undertaking ad hoc duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications

• Counterbalance Forklift
• Abrasive Wheels / HAV Certification

Desirable Qualifications / Competencies

• Minimum Industry Safety Training Standard (MIST)
• Basic Offshore Safety Induction and Emergency Training (BOSIET)
• Multi‑directional Forklift (5 Tonnes)
• Experience of oil and gas industry

This role will be ideally suited to a safety focused individual who has some mechanical aptitude and previous experience in UHP Water Jetting, who is seeking the opportunity to develop and progress within the company.

Health and Safety is at the forefront of everything we do at ASCO, this includes wearing the appropriate PPE. It is a requirement to be clean shaven whilst wearing protective respirator masks during jetting operations.

If you require any adjustments or would prefer an alternative method to apply as part of an inclusive recruitment process, please contact us at [e-mail] or by telephone on 01779 401131 and we'll be happy to help.

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (ED&I)

ASCO is committed to supporting and promoting Equity, Diversity & Inclusion (ED&I). This commitment is embraced by our Group Board and our Management Board and informs all of our activities and their impact on our customers, employees and our stakeholders.

Closing Date: 02/12/2025