Mechanical Engineer

This is an excellent opportunity to join Perenco’s Maintenance Team at Wytch Farm, Dorset. The role is responsible for providing day-to-day mechanical engineering support across the asset, including leading the Mechanical Technician Team to deliver a safe, efficient, and reliable maintenance service. The successful candidate will also contribute to the development and implementation of the long-term mechanical infrastructure strategy for the asset.This is a Mon-Friday, 7.5-hour role based in our offices.Key Responsibilities Include:Work with the technician team to plan and safely deliver the asset work scheduleLiaise with technicians, contractors and others to ensure efficient execution of maintenance and minor modification workCo-ordinate the engineering review and approval of plant modificationsPlan and deliver minor mechanical projects / minor modification work as requiredAnalyse plant breakdowns and implement actions for improved performance; specify modifications to plant equipment and systems.Manage the effectiveness of equipment maintenance strategies.Review and optimise inventory requirements for mechanical equipment. Manage non-inventory procurement requirements including specification of equipment.Support the training and development of technicians.There are a number of Safety Critical Tasks that you will be made aware of and systems you will be required to competently operate.Key Requirements Include:Skills and Competencies:Broad experience with mechanical equipment in a hazardous process industry includingRotating Equipment (including pumps, compressors, engines, gearboxes) and their associated sealing and lube oil systemsHydraulic and Pneumatic systems.Piping systems, including PSVs, valves, filters and associated equipmentPressure systems, including vessels, exchangers and associated equipmentProficient in the application of the principles of risk assessment and process safety managementHigh standards of workmanship, attention to detail and concern for accuracy.Proven team-working and influencing skills.Able to take strategic leadership role for assigned responsibilities.Able to communicate effectively at all levels within the organisation.Qualifications & Experience:Technical competence within a mechanical engineering discipline, recognised apprenticeship, or equivalent technical qualification (HND preferred)Ten years relevant experience, at least five years within a petrochemical environmentAt Perenco we value and reward our people, offering competitive salaries and a wide range of benefits including:

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