Workshop Electrician – Montrose NES Fircroft are supporting a major oilfield services client in the search for a Workshop Electrician to join their team in Montrose. Role Details Job Title: Workshop Electrician Location: Montrose Duration: 9 months (strong possibility of extension or permanent hire) Hours: Mon–Thu: 07:00–16:15 Fri: 07:00–12:00 Weekly Hours: 40 Overtime: x1.5 standard OT Saturdays: x2 after 4 hours Sundays: x2 Travel: Some ad-hoc travel may be requiredAs a Workshop Electrician, you will be responsible for the repair, inspection, and overhaul of rig equipment within a busy aftermarket operations environment. You will support critical “rig down” situations and ensure equipment is returned to safe, reliable working condition. This role involves working across a range of equipment. Key Responsibilities Repair, overhaul, inspect, and identify faults on rig equipment. Produce and update documentation (inspection reports, parts lists, etc.). Read, interpret, and amend engineering drawings and schematics. Liaise with customers, planning teams, and internal departments. Escalate key faults and track them through to resolution. Promote and adhere to HSE policies, supporting continuous improvement. Respond to emergency “rig down” situations when required. Work closely with engineering, quality, and HSE teams to drive equipment improvements. Carry out timely fault finding and repair without compromising safety or quality. Support continuous improvement of internal processes and systems. Maintain awareness of relevant HSE legislation. Undertake additional duties as required by business needs. Travel on an ad-hoc basis when required.Qualifications & Training Essential: Time-served electrician COMPEX certified HNC in a relevant electrical discipline (or equivalent)Technical Experience Essential: Experience in overhaul, fault finding, and repair of heavy machinery or automation systems. Working knowledge of AC & DC power systems, VFDs, hydraulics, and pneumatics (e.g., within FMCG or similar environments). Experience in a similar onshore/offshore position. Ability to read and interpret engineering documents (P&IDs, ISO drawings, calculations, etc.). With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients