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ROV Workshop Mechanical Technician

Aretè & Cocchi Technology
Aberdeen
1 week ago
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Saipem is a global leader in the engineering and construction of major projects for the energy and infrastructure sectors, both offshore and onshore. Saipem is “One Company” organized into business lines: Asset Based Services, Drilling, Energy Carriers, Offshore Wind, Sustainable Infrastructures, Robotics & Industrialized Solutions. Always oriented towards technological innovation, the company’s purpose is “Engineering for a sustainable future”. As such Saipem is committed to supporting its clients on the energy transition pathway towards Net Zero, with increasingly digital means, technologies and processes geared for environmental sustainability. Listed on the Milan Stock Exchange, it is present in more than 50 countries around the world and employs about 30,000 people of over 130 nationalities.

Purpose of the position: As ROV Workshop Mechanical Technician you will be part of the ROV Asset department. You will assist in carrying out Mechanical maintenance on Saipem ROV and equipment systems (ROV, TMS, Winch, HPU, A-Frame etc.). In accordance with company procedures and direction of Workshop Manager and Lead Workshop Technician.

How can you support us?

  • To assist in carrying out mechanical maintenance activities on Saipem’s ROV and Equipment (ROV, TMS, Winch, HPU, etc), under supervision/direction of the Lead technicians in the workshop.
  • To develop and gain knowledge and experience on mechanical maintenance activities related to Saipem’s ROV and Equipment
  • To assist in carrying out mechanical maintenance and repair activities on workshop equipment
  • To become familiar with and to maintain awareness of Saipem’s current requirements / protocols / policies and where applicable, the latest Industry Codes and Standards including statutory rules and regulations
  • To ensure that all activities are carried out in a manner consistent with Saipem’s policy on health, safety, quality and environmental matters in accordance with Saipem specific procedures

What are we looking for?

Required:

  • Industry training in mechanical disciplines, i.e. Time-served, or equivalent
  • Previous mechanical maintenance experience in a similar or equivalent role

Please note: All applicants must reside in the UK and possess full, permanent UK right-to-work status, as Saipem is unable to offer sponsorships.

Pre and post-employment medical assessments will be required and included as part of the Offer of Employment for all workshop personnel.

What we can offer to you:

  • Contractor role (potential to become a staff role in the future). Full time, 37.5 hours per weeks.
  • Hybrid working model: Smart Working options and flexible hours to help you achieve a better work-life balance.
  • Our One Saipem Way soft skills model leverages on skills development, career growth, opportunities to innovate through complex challenges by promoting communication and collaboration to achieve common goals.

We support your development! Do you feel you might not fit this role perfectly? If you think you can contribute to our business development in the future, don’t hesitate to apply anyway through our spontaneous application form !

We embrace diversity! At Saipem, we believe that innovation thrives through diversity. Our culture is built on mutual respect, collaboration, inclusion and the belief that our differences drive our progress.

Safety and Sustainability matter to us! Operating in difficult and at times extreme situations, the focus is always on the health and safety of people and the preservation of the natural ecosystem.

Find out more in our career page here and our Instagram profile here.

One vision, many paths, limitless possibilities.

Saipem is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates.


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