Mechanical Support Engineer
Our client, a leading independent Oil & Gas Operator, are currently seeking a Mechanical Support Engineer to join their team in Wytch Farm, Dorset.
The successful candidate will be responsible for providing day-to-day mechanical engineering support across the asset, including leading the Mechanical Technician Team to deliver a safe, efficient, and reliable maintenance service. The successful candidate will also contribute to the development and implementation of the long-term mechanical infrastructure strategy for the asset.
This is a Mon-Friday, 7.5-hour role based in their offices.
Key Requirements Include:
Skills and Competencies:
Broad experience with mechanical equipment in a hazardous process industry including
-Rotating Equipment (including pumps, compressors, engines, gearboxes) and their associated sealing and lube oil systems
-Hydraulic and Pneumatic systems.
-Piping systems, including PSVs, valves, filters and associated equipment
-Pressure systems, including vessels, exchangers and associated equipment
Proficient in the application of the principles of risk assessment and process safety management
High standards of workmanship, attention to detail and concern for accuracy.
Proven team-working and influencing skills.
Able to take strategic leadership role for assigned responsibilities.
Able to communicate effectively at all levels within the organisation.
Qualifications
Technical competence within a mechanical engineering discipline, recognised apprenticeship, or equivalent technical qualification (HND preferred)
Ten years relevant experience, at least five years within a petrochemical environment
Key Responsibilities Include:
Work with the technician team to plan and safely deliver the asset work schedule
Liaise with technicians, contractors and others to ensure efficient execution of maintenance and minor modification work
Co-ordinate the engineering review and approval of plant modifications
Plan and deliver minor mechanical projects / minor modification work as required
Analyse plant breakdowns and implement actions for improved performance; specify modifications to plant equipment and systems.
Manage the effectivene...
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