Workshop Technician – Mechanical / Hydraulic – Aberdeen
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Kintore, Aberdeenshire
Permanent
Role
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Workshop Technician to join a growing subsea services business based in Kintore. This hands-on role is ideal for someone with strong hydraulic and mechanical experience who enjoys working within a fast-paced workshop environment supporting specialist subsea and offshore equipment.
The successful candidate will be responsible for the testing, maintenance, assembly, commissioning, modification, and upgrade of a wide range of hydraulic and mechanical equipment, ensuring all work is completed safely and to a high standard.
Key Responsibilities
* Test, maintain, prepare, modify, and upgrade equipment in line with OEM and company procedures.
* Complete all workshop documentation accurately and to a high standard.
* Carry out equipment inspections, fault finding, and repairs.
* Assist with equipment inventory management and stock control.
* Ensure workshop areas are maintained in a clean, safe, and organised condition.
* Operate plant equipment and workshop tools safely and efficiently.
* Participate in toolbox talks, safety meetings, and ongoing HSE initiatives.
* Follow all company procedures relating to quality, health, safety, and environmental standards.
* Undertake any required technical or HSE training relevant to the role.
Candidate Requirements
Essential Experience & Skills
* Time-served industry experience within a hydraulic or mechanical role.
* Strong practical knowledge of hydraulic systems, components, and fault diagnosis.
* Ability to assemble, test, and maintain hydraulic equipment from technical drawings and manuals.
* Experience maintaining hydraulic and mechanical equipment within workshop, offshore, marine, or agricultural environments.
* Experience using hand tools and working in workshop settings.
* Experience working with subsea ROV or diver equipment, including:
* BOP Pumps
* ROV Torque Tools
* Stanley Diver Tools
* ROV Cleaning & Intervention Tools
* Ability to read and interpret hydraulic schematics and engineering instructions.
* Basic IT skills including Microsoft Word and Excel.
Desirable Qualifications & Experience
* ONC / HNC / Apprenticeship / City & Guilds qualification in Mechanical, Hydraulic, Agricultural, or Marine Engineering.
* Experience with:
* Hydraulic Power Units (HPUs)
* Hydraulic Reelers
* Grabs
* Hydraulic Shears
* Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving ability with hydraulic systems.
Competitive Salary
Kintore, Aberdeenshire
Permanent
Role
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Workshop Technician to join a growing subsea services business based in Kintore. This hands-on role is ideal for someone with strong hydraulic and mechanical experience who enjoys working within a fast-paced workshop environment supporting specialist subsea and offshore equipment.
The successful candidate will be responsible for the testing, maintenance, assembly, commissioning, modification, and upgrade of a wide range of hydraulic and mechanical equipment, ensuring all work is completed safely and to a high standard.
Key Responsibilities
* Test, maintain, prepare, modify, and upgrade equipment in line with OEM and company procedures.
* Complete all workshop documentation accurately and to a high standard.
* Carry out equipment inspections, fault finding, and repairs.
* Assist with equipment inventory management and stock control.
* Ensure workshop areas are maintained in a clean, safe, and organised condition.
* Operate plant equipment and workshop tools safely and efficiently.
* Participate in toolbox talks, safety meetings, and ongoing HSE initiatives.
* Follow all company procedures relating to quality, health, safety, and environmental standards.
* Undertake any required technical or HSE training relevant to the role.
Candidate Requirements
Essential Experience & Skills
* Time-served industry experience within a hydraulic or mechanical role.
* Strong practical knowledge of hydraulic systems, components, and fault diagnosis.
* Ability to assemble, test, and maintain hydraulic equipment from technical drawings and manuals.
* Experience maintaining hydraulic and mechanical equipment within workshop, offshore, marine, or agricultural environments.
* Experience using hand tools and working in workshop settings.
* Experience working with subsea ROV or diver equipment, including:
* BOP Pumps
* ROV Torque Tools
* Stanley Diver Tools
* ROV Cleaning & Intervention Tools
* Ability to read and interpret hydraulic schematics and engineering instructions.
* Basic IT skills including Microsoft Word and Excel.
Desirable Qualifications & Experience
* ONC / HNC / Apprenticeship / City & Guilds qualification in Mechanical, Hydraulic, Agricultural, or Marine Engineering.
* Experience with:
* Hydraulic Power Units (HPUs)
* Hydraulic Reelers
* Grabs
* Hydraulic Shears
* Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving ability with hydraulic systems.
Competitive Salary