AGR are working closely with one of our clients to recruit a Mechanical Technician to join its team on a contract basis for an initial 12-months.
About the role:
This role will be responsible for undertaking routine engineering maintenance and defect repair tasks to ensure the reliability and scheduled availability of operational plant and equipment associated with gas production/processing and condensate storage.
Key duties and responsibilities:
* Executes routine and on-routine maintenance activities to plant and equipment in accordance with agreed procedures and operational requirements to ensure the protection of plant, equipment and the safety of employees
* Investigates complex technical problems relating to critical plant, identifies solutions and acts to return plant to normal operating service
* Prepares and presents technical reports and maintains appropriate records of activities within the recognised systems in order to maintain an accurate record of activities undertaken for the benefit of future analysis and third-party audit
* Carries out commissioning and decommissioning activities to ensure planned plant operating programmes are achieved in a timely manner
* Contributes to the design and commissioning of plant modifications including the initiation of recommendations for modifications to ensure the ongoing availability of plant and equipment
* Supervises other staff and vendor/contractor employees in undertaking particular work activities to ensure that activities are undertaken safely and efficiently in accordance with Company policies and procedures
* Ensures that safe working practices and procedures are adhered to within the area of work, and that appropriate permits are in place to ensure the protection of plant, equipment and the safety of employees.
* Promotes a positive Incident Free Workplace culture by driving HSES and process safety performance and regulatory compliance through adherence to company standards & procedures, including CMAPP and HSES Policy.
* Perform nominated emergency response role/duties and maintain the necessary competencies to perform these duties.
At AGR we are committed to finding the best fit for our team, building a unique and exciting environment. Even if you don't meet every requirement below but you feel you have something to bring to the table please still apply or get in touch with a member of our recruitment team.
Work Experience:
* Several years of mechanical experience in the E&P industry
Technical skills/Qualifications:
* BTEC Ordinary Certificate or equivalent in an appropriate engineering subject is necessary to provide the requisite underpinning knowledge.
* Demonstrable experience in petrochemical process operations or maintenance
* Sound understanding of engineering principles
* The inherent hazards of operating in this nature and the substances involved require the job holder to possess a thorough knowledge of procedures and the process systems to ensure the ongoing integrity of health, safety and environmental performance.
* Effective communication skills both verbal and written
* Carry out duties of level 3 Crane Driver when suitably trained
* Trained in areas such as firefighting, the use of self-contained breath apparatus, coxswain (offshore), first aid etc to enable them to be part of an Emergency Response Team
* It is an expectation of the business that the job holder maintains and continues to develop the competencies necessary to carry out the role to the required standard whilst in position.
All applicants must have the Right To Work in the UK already obtained in order to be considered for this role.