Position: Mechanical/Hydraulic Engineer
Job ID: 1613/38
Location: Lowestoft
Type: Permanent
HSB Technical Ltd is a specialist recruiter within the Power & Propulsion, Shipbuilding, Maritime Shipping, Energy and Subsea sectors – visit: (url removed) for a list of our vacancies. We have a number of permanent and contract vacancies for multiple businesses across the UK and overseas.
The below job description will outline this position of: Mechanical/Hydraulic Engineer
Typically, this person will carry out repairs on mechanical, domestic and hydraulic equipment both onboard vessels and in the repair workshop. Repairs may also include work for external customers.
HSB Technical’s client is an established and well-regarded business entity.
Duties and responsibilities of the Mechanical/Hydraulic Engineer:
Ensure all shipboard mechanical equipment is operated and maintained in a safe, efficient manner.
Maintain all tools and equipment to a high standard.
Ensure company-approved Planned Maintenance / Purchasing systems are kept fully up to date.
Complete job reports after every job.
Allocate all materials used against the relevant job.
Ensure all appropriate PTW’s, isolations, risk assessments, and method statements are in place before starting tasks. Initiate “Stop the Job” if unsafe practices are observed.
Provide out-of-hours service when required.
Actively promote and progress company QHSE policies.
Assist other divisions when required.
Maintain regular communication with management, crews, clients, and suppliers (both verbal and written).
Qualifications and requirements for the Mechanical/Hydraulic Engineer:
Qualified Hydraulic/Mechanical Engineer with relevant onshore/offshore support experience.
Experience in a similar role preferred.
Ability to work independently or as part of a team, under pressure and to tight deadlines.
Strong professional and verbal communication skills.
Mature, professional approach with patience and attention to detail.
Must be able to drive a lorry up to 12 tonnes, or be willing to obtain the relevant license.
This vacancy is being advertised by HSB Technical Ltd who have been appointed to act as a recruitment partner for this role