At a Glance
- Tasks: Join a maintenance team to ensure safety and efficiency at our Oil Fuel Depot.
- Company: Dynamic company focused on safety and environmental standards.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, training opportunities, and a chance to work outdoors.
- Other info: Opportunity for career growth and teamwork in a supportive environment.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in a safety-critical role while developing your skills.
- Qualifications: Qualified Mechanical Technician with a recognised apprenticeship or equivalent.
The predicted salary is between 36000 - 44000 £ per year.
Location: Finnart OFD, Helensburgh, Argyll & Bute
The role involves working as part of a small maintenance team in a safety critical environment, focusing on high standards of safety to ensure no harm to people or the environment. The position requires predominantly outdoor work involving manual handling and occasional work within confined spaces. A full (preferably clean) driving licence is essential due to potential travel to other sites or for training.
This role requires candidates to be motivated team players, willing to be part of a rostered 'on-call' team and to undertake short notice overtime. Candidates should demonstrate a strong understanding of health and safety, possess a good safety conscious record, and maintain high standards of honesty and confidentiality.
Responsibilities:
- Carry out planned maintenance activities and defect rectification efficiently.
- Report site defects immediately to the Depot Engineer for rectification.
- Complete weekly/monthly PPM paperwork within the agreed time scale with the Depot Engineer.
- Prepare the work area for more complex maintenance of depot systems or components.
- Utilise diagnostic techniques to identify faults in depot systems and components.
- Understand technical drawings, P&ID's, isometrics, and general arrangements.
- Have a good understanding of Safe Systems of Work / RAM's / PTW.
- Review works and produce RAMS to carry out tasks safely.
The candidate:
Candidates must be qualified Mechanical Technicians, having completed a recognised Mechanical Craft Apprenticeship or equivalent, covering subjects such as NVQ Level 2 Performing Engineering Operations, NVQ Level 2 (QPE007 - Forming & Assembling Pipework Systems), Level 3 BTEC Mechanical Maintenance, or NVQ Level 3 Mechanical Maintenance.
A strong working knowledge of rotating and static plant, including tanks, pumps, valves, pipework, oil separators, compressors, actuators, and piping systems is required. Candidates should also be medically fit to use Breathing Apparatus for occasional work in confined spaces. The ability to work collaboratively with team members and others in a professional manner is essential, along with being computer literate to fill out paperwork accurately and update computer records in a timely manner.
Stage 1 Interviews: 21 September (Face to Face, at OFD Garelochhead)
Stage 2 Interviews: 30 September 2026 (By Teams)
Mechanical Technician in Garelochhead employer: The Oil and Pipelines Agency
The Oil and Pipelines Agency is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises safety and teamwork. Employees benefit from opportunities for professional growth within a small, dedicated maintenance team in the picturesque location of Helensburgh, where the emphasis on collaboration and timely execution fosters a rewarding work environment. With flexible on-call arrangements and the chance to engage in diverse outdoor maintenance tasks, this role promises both meaningful work and a strong sense of community.
Contact Details:
The Oil and Pipelines Agency Recruitment Team
