At a Glance
- Tasks: Assemble and test innovative K-Winch products with a focus on quality and safety.
- Company: Join NOV, a global leader in oil and gas technology and services.
- Benefits: Hands-on training, collaborative environment, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Dynamic workplace with a commitment to safety and continuous improvement.
- Why this job: Be part of a team that powers the industry and makes a real impact.
- Qualifications: Experience in mechanical assembly and ability to read engineering drawings.
The predicted salary is between 35000 - 45000 £ per year.
We are seeking a skilled Mechanical Technician to join our team, where you will play a key role in the safe and accurate assembly and testing of new K-Winch Products, including wireline winches, wireline masts, and related accessories. You will ensure high-quality standards are consistently achieved while supporting continuous improvement initiatives and problem-solving activities. This role requires hands-on technical ability, attention to detail, and a strong focus on safety and teamwork.
About the Company: NOV is a global leader in providing technology, equipment, and services to the oil and gas industry. We are committed to delivering innovative solutions that enhance operational efficiency, safety, and sustainability. Our teams take pride in building world-class products that serve customers worldwide, contributing to the reliable and efficient production of energy.
What We Offer:
- The opportunity to work on industry-leading equipment and technology.
- A collaborative and safety-focused working environment.
- Professional development through hands-on experience and training.
- Involvement in improvement initiatives, giving you the chance to contribute ideas and shape processes.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assemble and test K-Winch products, including wireline winches, masts, and accessories, to a high standard of quality.
- Read, interpret, and follow blueprints, engineering drawings, specifications, and bills of materials.
- Manufacture and maintain cleanliness of hydraulic systems in line with design requirements.
- Ensure compliance with safety initiatives, risk assessments, and company procedures, reporting any hazards immediately.
- Support team members, share knowledge, and contribute to achieving operational goals such as on-time delivery and cost of quality.
- Maintain a safe, clean, and organised work area in accordance with 5S and LEAN principles.
- Identify, generate, and implement improvement ideas to enhance efficiency and product quality.
- Participate in daily team briefings, offering input on challenges and solutions.
- Support the introduction of new techniques, products, and equipment.
- Report issues via the engineering support system to drive design and process improvements.
- Work overtime when required to meet operational demands.
- Carry out other reasonable duties as directed by your line manager.
Qualifications & Skills:
Essential Qualifications:- Proven experience in mechanical assembly or a related role in a manufacturing/engineering environment.
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, diagrams, and specifications.
- Competency in the safe use of hand tools, including tube bending equipment.
- Strong understanding of hydraulic systems and cleanliness requirements.
- Commitment to working safely, following procedures, and maintaining product quality.
- Experience with LEAN manufacturing or 5S principles.
- Familiarity with continuous improvement initiatives in a production environment.
- Knowledge of inspection and FAT criteria within mechanical assembly.
Join our Global Family: We offer an inspiring place to work with great opportunities to develop your skills and the opportunity to work with the brightest minds in the oil and gas industry. You will become part of a professional culture where we work together in teams with other dedicated professionals to achieve common goals.
NOV is a leading provider of technology, equipment, and services to the global oil and gas industry that supports customers full-field drilling, completion, and production needs. Since 1862, NOV has pioneered innovations that improve the cost-effectiveness, efficiency, safety, and environmental impact of oil and gas operations.
Every day, the oil and gas industry’s best minds put more than 150 years of experience to work to help our customers achieve lasting success.
We are a global family of thousands of individuals, working as one team to create a lasting impact for ourselves, our customers, and the communities where we live and work.
Through purposeful business innovation, product creation, and service delivery, we are driven to power the industry that powers the world better.
This drives us to anticipate our customers’ needs and work with them to deliver the finest products and services on time and on budget.
Mechanical Technician employer: National Oilwell Varco Uk
At NOV, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a collaborative and safety-focused work environment where Mechanical Technicians can thrive. Our commitment to professional development through hands-on experience and training ensures that you will grow your skills while contributing to innovative solutions in the oil and gas industry. Located in Inverurie, you will be part of a global family dedicated to making a meaningful impact, with opportunities to engage in continuous improvement initiatives and shape the future of our products.
