Well Services Workshop Foreman

Archer; Blackburn; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy company in the United Kingdom is seeking a Workshop Supervisor to oversee workshop operations, ensuring that maintenance tasks are performed safely and efficiently. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical qualifications in mechanical maintenance, leaders in technical roles, and have experience in the oil and gas sector. Responsibilities include managing personnel, leading safety initiatives, and maintaining compliance with quality standards. This role requires fluency in English and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Fluent in written and verbal English.
• Mechanical, Hydraulic and Electrical experience/qualifications preferred but not essential.
• Experience in a comparable technical leadership role.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the Well Services workshop team to ensure maintenance tasks are completed safely and efficiently.
• Lead the Safety Culture with focus on the company’s core values.
• Manage workshop personnel to ensure high workmanship standards.

Skills

Analytical problem solving

Self-motivation

Good communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Technical qualifications in mechanical maintenance

High school diploma or technical certification

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

Role

Supervise the Well Services workshop team to ensure to maintenance tasks are completed safely, efficientlyand to a high technical standard.

Key responsibilities (not limited to):

• Lead Safety Culture with focus on Archer with five core value in line with other workshop personnel.
• Manage workshop personnel ensuring high workmanship standards, engagingin workforce planning,assist training and mentoring workshop staff,ensurecompetency validation (with support from the Well Services Workshop Supervisor).
• Lead the Well Services WorkshopTeam/Allocating Work as requested by the Well Services Workshop Supervisor.
• Provide cover for Well Services Workshop Supervisor in times of absenceand be part of oncall rota.
• Review all equipment maintenance checklist in line with Archer's policies and procedures.
• Assist Maintenance Supervisor in compiling equipment documentation and certification prior to sign off.
• Make recommendations for improvement to the departments performance and efficiency.
• Audit work methods, checklists, maintenance processes to ensure service quality compliance.
• Maintain a high standard of housekeeping in all work areas to provide a safe and healthy workplace.
• Mentor other team members to ensure optimum service quality.
• Inspect equipment during and after completion for workmanship, quality and cleanliness of assigned areas.

Qualifications/Education:

• Technical qualifications in mechanical maintenance.
• Fluent in written and verbal English.

Experience:

• Must have experience in a comparable technical leadership role.
• Must have equipment maintenance and planning experience.
• Oil & gas sector experience.
• High school diploma or technical certification recognised by industry.
• Mechanical, Hydraulic and Electrical experience/qualificationspreferred but not essential.
• Be able to understand engineering drawings or documentation.
• Experience completingjob and maintenance documentation.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel/Word.
• Numeracy and literacy skills.

Personal skills:

• Analytical abilityto find solutions to difficult technical problems.
• Self-motivated.
• Punctual.
• Good communication skills.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Ability to work as part of a team.