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Workshop Mechanic

Archer
Blackburn
1 week ago
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We are currently seeking an experienced Mechanic to join our Well Services team based in our Blackburn premises in Aberdeen.


Key Responsibilities

  • Assist workshop supervisor/onshore team with a focus on HSE, good housekeeping practices.
  • Work alongside the Workshop Supervisor, Operations Coordinators and Offshore team to assist on loadouts and backloads.
  • Record certification of wireline equipment and rig up gear and assist on updating information on company tracking software.
  • Complete all Wireline maintenance checklists in line with Archer’s policies and procedures.
  • Receiving equipment backloads and working with the maintenance supervisor to carry out maintenance processes in accordance with maintenance manuals and technical bulletins. Ensure quality standards are continuously maintained and followed.
  • Assisting in pressure control equipment maintenance and pressure testing in-house.
  • Mentor other team members to ensure optimum service quality.
  • Lead safety culture with focus on Archer’s five core values in line with other workshop personnel.
  • Assist maintenance supervisor in compiling correct documentation on tooling. This is to remain updated and compliant with Archer Wireline procedural documentation at all times.

Experience

  • High school dipolma or technical certification recognised by industry
  • 3 -5 years previous experience in a Mechanical related role.
  • Wireline experience preferred.
  • Hydraulic experience preferred.
  • Ability to work under own initiative and work closely in a team.
  • Have strong time management skills.
  • Be able to understand engineering drawings or documentation.
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word (Basic)
  • Basic numeracy and literacy skills

Candidates should have a Right to Work in the UK.


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