Workshop Electrician

NOV; Montrose; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental Insurance

Healthcare Cash Plan

Pension Plan

Gym Membership

Job summary

A global energy service provider is seeking a skilled Workshop Electrician in Montrose, Scotland. The role involves repairing and maintaining NOV rig equipment while ensuring safety and operational reliability. Candidates must have relevant electrical qualifications and experience in fault finding and heavy machinery repair. The position offers flexible benefits, including healthcare plans and gym memberships, in a supportive environment focused on growth and development.

Qualifications

• CompEx registration is required.
• Experience in a similar role onshore and/or offshore.
• Familiarity with hydraulics/pneumatics in industrial environments.

Responsibilities

• Repair, overhaul, and inspect NOV rig equipment.
• Respond to rig down situations as a priority.
• Interpret engineering drawings and implement repairs.

Skills

Time-served electrician

CompEx registered

Working knowledge of AC & DC power systems

Fault finding and repair of heavy machinery

Strong ability to interpret engineering documentation

Education

HNC in a relevant electrical qualification

Job description

About the Role

As a Workshop Electrician within NOV Rig Technologies, Aftermarket Operations, you will be responsible for the repair, overhaul, inspection, and fault diagnosis of NOV rig equipment. You will work closely with the planning team, customers, and internal stakeholders to ensure equipment is returned to service in a safe, reliable, and fully operational condition.

A key part of this role is responding to rig down situations as a top priority, supporting products across Rig Floor Equipment (RFE), Legacy National Equipment (NOI), and Pressure Control Equipment (PCE). Success in this position relies on strong capability in interpreting engineering drawings/schematics, fault finding on AC and DC power systems, and working with Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs).

About the Company

NOV is a global provider of technology, equipment, and services to the energy industry. Within NOV, Rig Technologies supports critical equipment used across drilling and rig operations—where safety, reliability, and fast turnaround matter.

What We Offer

• Full product training delivered by NOV training personnel, plus on-the-job mentoring alongside experienced Workshop Electricians
• Participation in the NOV Global Competency Program to support your development and progression
• A role with high variety across multiple product lines (RFE, NOI, PCE) and challenging troubleshooting work
• A strong HSE-focused culture, with clear expectations on safe work and quality standards
• Support from Workshop Supervisors and leadership for career progression and continued self-development
• Ad-hoc travel opportunities when required by business/customer needs

Key Responsibilities

• Repair, overhaul, inspect, and identify faults on NOV rig equipment (RFE, NOI, PCE)
• Prioritise and respond to rig down and urgent operational situations when required
• Carry out electrical fault finding on AC & DC power systems and VFDs; provide clear recommendations for corrective actions
• Read and interpret engineering drawings/schematics to diagnose issues and implement repairs (including redlining where required)
• Complete and maintain documentation, including inspection reports, parts lists, and related records
• Collaborate with key stakeholders including customers, colleagues, and other NOV entities to coordinate repair outcomes
• Escalate key faults or product failures to the appropriate departments and support resolution through to closure
• Promote and support HSE plans, internal policy, and proactive incident prevention
• Inspect equipment for conformance with operational and quality standards
• Support continuous improvement by liaising with other operational teams and contributing to better systems/processes

Essential Qualifications & Skills

• Time-served electrician
• CompEx registered
• HNC in a relevant electrical qualification (or equivalent)
• Working knowledge of overhaul, fault finding, and repair of heavy machinery or within an automation field
• Working knowledge of AC & DC power systems and Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs)
• Familiarity with hydraulics/pneumatics in industrial environments (e.g., FMCG manufacturing, paper industry, heavy engineering)
• Experience in a similar role onshore and/or offshore
• Strong ability to interpret engineering documentation (e.g., schematics, P&IDs, ISO drawings, calculation reports) and extract practical information

Desirable

• Experience with rig equipment repairs (RFE, PCE, or comparable heavy-duty equipment)
• Confidence working in fast-response environments where downtime is critical
• Familiarity with structured competency programs or formal technical development pathways

Soft Skills

• Open-minded approach, with a genuine willingness to listen, learn, and develop
• Strong teamwork mindset and collaboration style
• Calm, practical problem-solving – especially when work becomes urgent
• Clear communicator with strong discipline around documentation and updates
• High personal standards for safety and quality

Why Join Us?

You’ll join a global organisation where safety, technology, and operational excellence are central—and where developing the business goes hand-in-hand with developing people. NOV offers an environment with strong technical challenges, structured learning, and opportunities to grow your skills across a broad portfolio of equipment and customers.

Benefits

Flexible Benefits (via salary sacrifice options for you and your family)

• Dental Insurance
• Healthcare Cash Plan
• Partner Life Assurance
• Critical Illness Cover
• Retail Vouchers
• Gym Membership
• Cycle to Work Scheme

• Health & Wellbeing
• Private Medical Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Finance & Protection
• Pension Plan
• Income Protection
• Life Assurance
• Personal Accident Coverage