Workshop Electrical Technician in Peterhead

Our Core Values are at the heart of who we are, and everything we do: People, Planet, Product. Motive Offshore Group specialises in the design, manufacture, rental, and inspection of marine and lifting equipment and is committed to delivering sustainable, innovative and multisector solutions. We require highly skilled individuals to join us on our journey.

We have many exciting opportunities globally as we rapidly expand our reach and capabilities, particularly in the low carbon and energy transition areas. Our aim is to assist our clients and suppliers in moving towards a more sustainable world. Most importantly, our People are our most valuable asset, and we encourage an inclusive, innovative and collaborative workplace that allows our employees and candidates to work towards their career potential.

About the role:

• Hours: Full-Time (40 hours per week)
• Reporting to: Operations Manager
• The Workshop Electrical Technician is responsible for the electrical maintenance, preparation, fault diagnosis, and repair of equipment, ensuring all activities are carried out safely, efficiently, and in full compliance with company procedures.
• The role involves looking after the rental fleet assets in terms of electrical items, managing electrical spares, carrying out electrical testing on units, conducting yearly electrical checks, and fault finding electrical problems.

As part of our European team in Peterhead, you’ll benefit from being in a busy, hands-on role. Working alongside a highly skilled workshop team on a varied range of projects, your electrical expertise plays a key part in keeping rental equipment safe, compliant, and ready for use.

About the team:

As a part of our European Rentals team, you’ll become part of a small, hardworking, and skilled team who are used to working to a high standard and specification. You will be supported by John Davidson, Operations Manager - Rentals, and work alongside a team whose goal will be to enable a quick and safe turn-around of equipment.

Responsibilities:

• People: Adopt and promote the Motive Offshore Group People Values and ensure their use is embedded throughout. Develop strong working relations with key stakeholders – clients, colleagues, etc.
• Planet: Adhere to and participate in company-wide sustainability policies, procedures, and initiatives to support our Net Zero objectives. Immediately report all accidents, incidents, near misses or environmental concerns. Lead by example in setting the highest possible standards in the promotion of People Values, HSEQ procedures and best practice, ensuring compliance with the Motive Offshore Group HSEQ Policy, procedures, standards and regulatory obligations.
• Product: Conduct equipment operational checks for Motive fleet of equipment prior to deployment to ensure safe operation. Adhere to all equipment operating procedures relevant to the work tasks. Assist Electrical Supervisor / Workshop supervisor in the maintenance of Motive equipment in accordance with documented procedures and checklists. Responsible for the testing of Motive equipment and the operation of systems for carrying out such checks. Comply with Motive's Health and Safety policies and general site safety rules.

Required skills / knowledge:

• Time served Qualified Electrician
• Basic knowledge in Hydraulics
• CompEX training in Electrical Systems
• Electrically sympathetic
• Considerable and demonstrable post-training experience in a similar environment
• Good communication skills, verbal and written
• Good time management
• Understanding of HS&E obligations

What we can offer you:

Working with Motive can take you places that you might not have thought possible. Every region we operate in brings its own wonderful cultures and ways of working. As a global business, you will become colleagues with people not only in the UK but also in Taiwan, Singapore, the UAE, Norway, Brazil, and the US. You can look forward to becoming part of our people-centred approach that sees us work closely together, supporting clients and projects in multiple countries.

People are at the heart of everything we do, and we’re incredibly proud of the development opportunities that many of our staff have benefitted from. Since we started in 2010, we’ve seen school leavers work their way to senior positions, people relocate to other parts of the world, and countless colleagues develop skills, receive training, and advance their technical knowledge to enhance their own careers.

At Motive, we believe in growing together. We are One Team, One Motive, and your journey is part of our shared success.

Alongside this, you’ll get:

• 34 days holiday per annum
• Life Assurance equal to 3 x salary
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Long Service Awards
• Motive Retail Discount/Reward Scheme
• Electric Car Scheme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Reduced membership of Costco card
• Employee Referral Scheme
• Regular Team Building Events – such as family fun days, BBQs, nights out, volunteering with charities.

How to Apply & what happens next:

You can apply by sending us a CV with any supporting documents telling us why you’d like to work with us at Motive Offshore Group. We want to find great people and learn more about you as a person, ensuring we all have a positive recruitment journey. Once we’ve reviewed your application, we’ll be back in touch as soon as possible to update you on the next stages of the process. If you have any questions about the role or want to chat about what life is like at Motive Offshore Group, email us at recruitment@motive-offshore.com.