Crane Technician / Mechanical with offshore experience ( Ad Hoc / Workshop)

Description

The Ad-Hoc Crane Maintenance Mechanical Technician is responsible for carrying out the maintenance, repair, and overhaul of offshore crane mechanical systems, both on offshore platforms and in the onshore workshop. The role involves maintaining and troubleshooting crane mechanical components offshore and performing disassembly, inspection, and reconditioning of crane parts in the onshore workshop. This position requires flexibility to alternate between offshore and onshore duties based on operational needs

• Ensure proper documentation of all work performed in the workshop, including inspection results, repairs, and parts replacements
• Detail-Oriented: Ensures all work is completed with precision and in accordance with technical specifications and safety standards
• Assist in the management of spare parts inventory for crane components, ensuring parts are ordered and available as required
• Safety-Focused: Prioritizes the safety of self and colleagues, ensuring all maintenance and overhaul activities are performed according to safety standards
• Support the onshore workshop in the disassembly, inspection, overhauling, and reassembly of crane components such as winches, hoists, drums, and gearboxes
• Collaborate with other workshop team members to ensure timely and efficient completion of crane overhauls
• Work in the onshore workshop to disassemble, inspect, and overhaul critical crane mechanical components such as gearboxes, hoists, drums, and winches
• Lead the mechanical overhaul of crane components, ensuring parts are refurbished, repaired, or replaced as needed to meet operational and safety standards
• Ensure adherence to Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) protocols during all mechanical maintenance activities offshore
• Support the Offshore Crane Maintenance Supervisor in ensuring 5 Yearly Major Maintenance
• Perform routine inspections, preventive maintenance, and mechanical repairs on offshore cranes, winches, hoists, and related equipment to ensure they are in optimal working condition
• Maintain accurate records of all offshore maintenance work, including work orders, inspection reports, and parts used
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment in the workshop, adhering to all workshop safety standards and procedures
• Troubleshoot and resolve mechanical issues on cranes, identifying faults in the hydraulic, mechanical, and electrical systems, and taking corrective actions as necessary
• Collaborate with offshore personnel to ensure safe and efficient lifting operations while minimizing crane downtime
• Conduct thorough inspections of crane parts, identifying wear, damage, or potential failure points, and recommending necessary repairs or replacements
• Assemble and test crane components after overhauling to ensure they meet manufacturer specifications and operational requirements
• Assist in the disassembly and assembly of crane components offshore, including gearboxes, hoists, brakes, drums, and hydraulic systems

Requirements

• Team Player: Works well with both offshore and onshore teams to ensure the efficient completion of crane maintenance and overhauls
• Ability to compile and complete technical maintenance procedures
• English Language (good writing and vocabulary)
• Self-Starter: Takes initiative and is capable of working independently while also contributing to team efforts
• Adaptable: Can easily transition between offshore and onshore responsibilities as required
• OPITO Approved BOSIET
• Knowledge of mechanical systems (hydraulic, mechanical, and electrical) and their function within crane operations
• Hands-on experience in the mechanical maintenance and overhaul of cranes, winches, hoists, and related equipment
• SAP system knowledge
• Able to understand Maintenance drawings / Hydraulic drawings / Isometric drawings etc
• Minimum of 3 years offshore experience in a crane mechanical maintenance role
• Basic IT Skills - Word, Excel, etc
• Offshore experience
• High school diploma or equivalent; technical certifications in mechanical, electrical, or crane maintenance fields are required
• A degree in mechanical/electrical engineering or related fields is a plus
• Experience in testing and pressure testing of crane components - cylinders etc
• Experience in stripping down and rebuilding winches, motors, and pumps
• Competent with Crane Maintenance and inspections
• Previous experience in an onshore workshop setting, performing mechanical overhauls of crane components, is preferred

Benefits

• Flexible attitude to working hours and shift patterns in order to get the job done
• OGUK Medical

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance