Mechanical Technician | Offshore Drilling & Marine Operations – TD0010

Ably Resources; United States; Remote; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ably Resources Ltd. is seeking experienced Mechanical Technicians to support offshore drilling and marine operations, focusing on jack-up drilling units and offshore installations.

Ideal candidates have a strong background in mechanical equipment, rotating machinery and offshore safety procedures, with ability to interpret drawings and maintain records. The role emphasizes reliability, reduced downtime and compliance with safety standards.

Qualifications

• Recognised mechanical engineering qualification or relevant trade.
• Experience in offshore drilling or marine maintenance.
• Strong knowledge of rotating equipment and maintenance practices.
• Experience fault finding and overhauls.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned preventive and corrective maintenance on mechanical equipment.
• Inspect, troubleshoot and repair pumps, compressors, gearboxes, engines and rotating machinery.
• Support the maintenance of deck machinery, lifting equipment and other mechanical systems.
• Diagnose equipment faults and undertake repairs, component replacements and overhauls.
• Interpret mechanical drawings, technical manuals and maintenance procedures.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and report equipment defects through established systems.
• Work closely with engineering and operational personnel to support equipment performance and availability.
• Ensure maintenance activities comply with relevant safety procedures, permit-to-work systems and equipment isolation requirements.

Skills

Rotating equipment

Preventative maintenance

Troubleshooting

Reading drawings

Safety procedures

Education

Mechanical engineering qualification

Job description

Ably Resources is recruiting experienced Mechanical Technicians to support offshore drilling and marine operations, with a particular focus on jack-up drilling units and offshore support installations.

We are looking to engage skilled maintenance professionals with a strong technical background in mechanical equipment, rotating machinery and associated systems operating in demanding offshore environments.

The position focuses on maintaining equipment reliability, minimising operational downtime and ensuring mechanical systems are inspected, serviced and maintained to the required operational and safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out planned preventative and corrective maintenance on mechanical equipment and associated systems.
• Inspect, troubleshoot and repair pumps, compressors, gearboxes, engines and rotating machinery.
• Support the maintenance of deck machinery, lifting equipment and other mechanical systems.
• Diagnose equipment faults and undertake repairs, component replacements and overhauls.
• Interpret mechanical drawings, technical manuals and maintenance procedures.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and report equipment defects through established systems.
• Work closely with engineering and operational personnel to support equipment performance and availability.
• Ensure maintenance activities comply with relevant safety procedures, permit-to-work systems and equipment isolation requirements.

Candidate Requirements

• Recognised mechanical engineering qualification, technical certification or relevant trade apprenticeship.
• Previous mechanical maintenance experience within offshore drilling, marine operations or a comparable heavy industrial environment.
• Strong technical knowledge of rotating equipment and mechanical maintenance practices.
• Proven experience in equipment fault-finding, preventative maintenance and mechanical repairs.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and technical documentation.
• Familiarity with planned maintenance systems and offshore safety procedures.
• Previous experience on jack-up drilling units, offshore barges or similar marine installations would be advantageous.

We are interested in hearing from experienced Mechanical Technicians who can demonstrate strong practical expertise, sound technical judgement and a commitment to safe and reliable offshore operations.