Workshop Technician

Interventek; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

Pension

EV salary sacrifice scheme

Job summary

Interventek, based at our Aberdeen head office, is seeking a Workshop Technician to join the engineering workshop team. You will support assembly, maintenance, inspection and testing of high-integrity subsea equipment, following drawings, procedures and company standards with a strong focus on HSE and traceability.

You will utilise test equipment to perform hydrostatic, pneumatic, thermal and functional testing, maintain build and inspection records, and ensure a safe, efficient workshop

Qualifications

• Recognised apprenticeship or equivalent Level 3 qualification in Mechanical Engineering.
• Previous experience within an engineering workshop environment.
• Experience within subsea/oil & gas or high-integrity engineering preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and hydraulic schematics.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and redress components following approved procedures and records.
• Perform hydrostatic, pneumatic/gas, thermal and functional testing per requirements.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and well-organised workshop environment and report defects.
• Work within training, competence and authorization; demonstrate safety-first approach.

Skills

Read drawings

HSE compliance

Teamwork

Problem solving

Education

Mechanical Engineering Level 3 qualification

SVQ/NVQ Level 3 or equivalent

Tools

Hydrostatic testing

Pneumatic testing

Hydraulic systems

Job description

Company Description

Due to continued business growth Interventek is currently expanding its project and workshop teams. We have full-time openings based at our head office in Aberdeen.

Interventek is an innovative subsea engineering business focused on developing state-of-the-art well access systems for the upstream oil and gas sector. This is an exciting opportunity for creative, motivated and ambitious people to join us at a pivotal point of expansion.

We pride ourselves on an open and inclusive work environment and a flexible approach to working.. Our employee packages have generous employer pension contributions and access to a range of benefits including healthcare and salary sacrifice schemes such as EV and E-Bikes.

Job Summary

The Workshop Technician will join our engineering workshop teamto support the assembly, maintenance, inspection, and testing of high-integrity mechanical and subsea equipment. They will work in accordance with approved drawings, procedures, work instructions and company standards, with a strong focus on HSE, product quality, traceability and the safe execution of workshop activities.

Qualifications / Experience / Skills

• Recognised apprenticeship or equivalent Level 3 qualification in Mechanical Engineering (e.g. Modern Apprenticeship, SVQ/NVQ Level 3 or equivalent).
• Previous experience within an engineering workshop environment.
• Experience within subsea, oil & gas, pressure equipment or another high-integrity engineering environment is preferred.
• Experience of mechanical assembly, maintenance, inspection and testing.
• Experience using test equipment and systems including hydrostatic, pneumatic/gas, thermal and functional testing.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical assembly drawings, pneumatic circuit diagrams and hydraulic schematics.
• Good understanding of hydraulic connections and associated workshop practices.
• Strong awareness of HSE requirements and a commitment to maintaining a safe working environment.
• Ability to identify defects, abnormalities and non-conformances and raise these through the appropriate processes.
• Ability to maintain accurate workshop documentation, including build, inspection, test and traceability records.
• Good organisational and time-management skills with the ability to work to deadlines.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team while also working independently within defined procedures and competency limits.
• Willingness to work flexibly to meet business and project requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Assembly & Redress

• Review work packages; Verify components; Undertake assembly and redress activities; Complete required documentation.

Testing

• Review procedures, requirements and acceptance criteria; Verify test equipment and instrumentation; Configure equipment and carry out hydrostatic, pneumatic/gas, thermal and functional testing; Record test results and report abnormalities

Workshop & Equipment

• Ensure workshop tooling, plant and test equipment are used correctly and safely Report defects, damage or concerns; Maintain a clean, safe and organised workspace; Support workshop housekeeping, continuous improvement and HSE initiatives.

Working Within Competence

• Technicians will be expected to work within their training, competence and authorisation, seeking appropriate guidance where activities fall outside their experience or approved procedures.
• The successful candidate will be expected to demonstrate a safety-first approach, attention to detail and a commitment to quality, while maintaining full product traceability throughout all workshop activities.

All applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK at the time of application. Proof of eligibility will be required before employment can commence. No agencies or third parties.