Mechanical Support Engineer

Mechanical Support Engineer

Our client, a leading independent Oil & Gas Operator, are currently seeking a Mechanical Support Engineer to join their team in Wytch Farm, Dorset.

The successful candidate will be 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 their offices.

Key Requirements Include:

Skills and Competencies:

· Broad experience with mechanical equipment in a hazardous process industry including -

-Rotating Equipment (including pumps, compressors, engines, gearboxes) and their associated sealing and lube oil systems

-Hydraulic and Pneumatic systems.

-Piping systems, including PSVs, valves, filters and associated equipment

-Pressure systems, including vessels, exchangers and associated equipment

· Proficient in the application of the principles of risk assessment and process safety management

· High 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

· 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 environment

Key Responsibilities Include:

· Work with the technician team to plan and safely deliver the asset work schedule

· Liaise with technicians, contractors and others to ensure efficient execution of maintenance and minor modification work

· Co-ordinate the engineering review and approval of plant modifications

· Plan and deliver minor mechanical projects / minor modification work as required

· Analyse 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. Mana...