Crane Supervisor with offshore experience (Ad Hoc/ Workshop)

Description

The Ad-Hoc Offshore Crane Maintenance Supervisor is responsible for overseeing and performing maintenance, repairs, and 5 Yearly Major Maintenance overhauls of offshore cranes and lifting equipment, both offshore and onshore. The role involves managing maintenance teams and ensuring the proper functioning of cranes and related systems in the offshore environment while also supporting crane component overhauls in the onshore workshop. This position requires flexibility to switch between offshore duties and supporting the onshore workshop, where critical crane components are overhauled.

• Review technical manuals, drawings, and other documentation to ensure overhauled components are in optimal working condition
• Ensure that workshop maintenance procedures and safety standards are strictly followed during overhauls and repairs
• Complete Job cards and daily reporting as required by Workshop Manager and Project Engineers
• Oversee the testing and quality control procedures for overhauled crane components before they are shipped back to the offshore site
• Conduct regular inspections of crane components, identifying potential issues and ensuring compliance with offshore safety standards (e.g., LOLER, CE Marking)
• Support the onshore workshop in the disassembly, inspection, overhauling, and reassembly of crane components such as winches, hoists, drums, and gearboxes
• Implement preventive maintenance schedules, corrective actions, and performance monitoring to minimize downtime and extend the lifespan of equipment
• Provide support and leadership onsite via a detailed technical understanding of Cranes
• Collaborate with offshore and onshore teams to ensure alignment of maintenance schedules, availability of spare parts, and timely delivery of overhauled components
• Responsible for the safe and productive running of the shift
• Lead and manage the workshop teams in carrying out repairs, replacements, and reconditioning of crane components to ensure they meet operational specifications
• Enforce strict adherence to HSE (Health, Safety, and Environmental) protocols during all maintenance and lifting operations offshore
• Records and is responsible for all shift paperwork, toolbox talks and risk assessments.
• Respond to emergency crane breakdowns offshore, leading troubleshooting and repair efforts to restore operations swiftly
• Focal point for QHSE related matters on the project at shift level, reporting to the EnerMech Contract Manager as required
• Oversee the troubleshooting, and repair work for offshore cranes, hoists, and associated lifting gear as required
• Coordinate the logistics of crane components being transported between the offshore facility and the onshore workshop, ensuring minimal operational disruptions
• Supervise and coordinate 5 yearly Major Maintenance activities for all types of offshore lifting equipment, including Pedestal cranes, EOT Cranes and Davits
• Supporting the Project Engineer in the smooth running of the project by reporting any equipment and or client issues in an appropriate and timely manner
• Ensure all scheduled and unscheduled maintenance programs and practices are followed to ensure maximum up-time for all EnerMech equipment
• Supervise a team of maintenance technicians, providing leadership and guidance while ensuring quality and safety in all tasks performed
• Ensure all maintenance activities are documented, including parts usage, work orders, and inspection results, and report regularly to Project Engineers

Requirements

• English Language (good written and vocabulary)
• A degree in mechanical/electrical engineering or related fields
• Ability to compile and complete technical maintenance procedures
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills for complex crane maintenance tasks
• OPITO Approved BOSIET
• Minimum of 8 years offshore experience with at least 2 in a supervisory role
• Experience in strip down and rebuild of winches, motors and pumps
• Good understanding of crane overhauls and component reconditioning processes
• High school diploma or equivalent; technical certifications in mechanical, electrical, or crane maintenance fields are required.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for coordinating with offshore/onshore teams and management
• SAP system knowledge
• Able to understand Maintenance drawings / Hydraulic drawings / Isometric drawings etc
• Basic IT Skills - Word, Excel, etc
• Proficient in using maintenance management systems (CMMS) for tracking and reporting
• Offshore experience
• Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to supervise teams in both offshore and onshore settings
• Experience in testing and pressure testing of crane components - cylinders etc
• Competent with Crane Maintenance and inspections

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