Rig Mechanic

TRS Staffing Solutions; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 786 000 - 1 181 000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering leader is seeking a Rig Mechanic to ensure daily maintenance and checks of mechanical equipment offshore. Responsibilities include adhering to safety protocols, conducting risk evaluations, and performing routine maintenance of drilling and mechanical equipment. A strong mechanical background and ability to troubleshoot in offshore conditions are essential. Interested candidates should contact our recruitment consultant via email.

Qualifications

• Technical training in mechanical engineering or related field is strongly preferred.
• Knowledge and experience with drilling mechanical equipment is essential.
• Ability to work effectively under offshore conditions.

Responsibilities

• Carry out daily maintenance and checks of mechanical equipment.
• Ensure adherence to safety rules and proper risk evaluations.
• Perform routine maintenance controls of internal combustion engines and drilling equipment.

Skills

English language skills

Knowledge of mechanical equipment in drilling

Ability to troubleshoot and repair heavy machinery

Familiarity with safety protocols

Education

Technical training in mechanical engineering, diesel mechanics, hydraulics, or marine engineering

Job description

Our global leader in engineering services for the design, construction and operation of complex infrastructures and plants in the energy sector, both offshore and onshore, with five business lines - Asset Based Services, Energy Carriers, Offshore Wind, Sustainable Infrastructures, Robotics & Industrialized Solutions - One Company presented in around 60 countries with over 30,000 employees of more than 130 nationalities, provides the world the innovative excellence of people and partners and presents an exciting opportunity for a Rig Mechanic to carry out daily maintenance and check of mechanical equipment ensuring full respect of operative safety rules. Project Scarabeo 9 Drilling Semi-sub - Location Offshore Libya.

Job Summary:

According with superior instructions, carry out daily maintenance and check of mechanical equipment ensuring full respect of operative safety rules.

Job Responsibilities:

• Be safety minded during all work and behaviors, use compulsory protective equipment and ensure the same for subordinates.
• Carry out own duties according to the Emergency Preparedness Action Plan.
• Ensure that before any maintenance activity is started, a proper risk evaluation is carried out, precautions are taken and the work permit is signed.
• Attend safety drills and meetings held on the rig.
• Apply all relevant work and safety procedures issued by Saipem and the Operator.
• Promptly report any safety hazard, accident, near‑miss accident and non‑conformance through proper channels.
• Monitor and prevent oil spills from hydraulic operated equipment, power related equipment as well as drilling mechanical related equipment and repair the equipment immediately in accordance with superior instructions.
• Carry good housekeeping in own working area.
• Maintain working areas, tools, equipment and safety harnesses in a safe, clean, tidy and orderly manner.
• Perform routine maintenance controls of the mechanical equipment and devices as per AMOS Work orders and provide for preventive, routine and non‑routine, maintenance and repair of internal combustion engines, pumps, compressors and drilling related equipment of the rig in accordance with superior instructions.

Qualifications & Skill Requirements:

• English language skills required.
• Knowledge mechanical equipment in drilling.
• Technical training in mechanical engineering, diesel mechanics, hydraulics, or marine engineering is strongly preferred.
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair heavy machinery under offshore conditions.
• Familiarity with safety protocols, emergency response, and preventive maintenance systems.

To apply for this opportunity please email our exceptional recruitment consultant Xipene Mondlane at [e-mail] or [e-mail] or apply via the link below.