Mechanical Supervisor-Field

Global/ Mechanical Supervisor-(Field) / Energy / Experienced / Salary Package as per experience /Permanent/Urgent/ Job Ref: 711E002 

Job Description 

• Through observation, record review and inspections, ensure that all mechanical equipment and systems meet regulatory and company requirements. 
• Ensure mechanical maintenance is performed in accordance with company policies and procedures, equipment manufacturer's recommendations, the Rig Operating Manual, and regulatory requirements and codes. 
• Monitor repairs and rebuilds to ensure they are performed properly, safely, and economically.
• Oversee modifications to mechanical equipment; ensures modifications and new equipment are approved according to the company policies and procedures before operation. 
• Ensure rig drawings are kept up-to-date. 
• Oversee troubleshooting and repair of equipment, directly or through subordinates. 
• Perform periodic visual inspections of equipment and review diagnosis of actual and potential malfunctions; ensure potential hazards and abnormal operating conditions are addressed quickly, and that any deteriorating conditions are reported to the rig management. 
• Ensure general maintenance, operation, and repair records and documentation are kept accurate and up-to-date. 
• Periodically review equipment logs to ensure operating and maintenance standards are maintained. 
• Provide direction to facilitate decisions on priorities of repairs and preventative maintenance activities. 
• Produce weekly mechanical maintenance report and provide recommendations. 
• Oversee implementation of the Preventative Maintenance System (PMS). 

Safety 

• Ensure adherence to company safety and maintenance policies and procedures. 
• Participate in the Safety Training Observation Program (S.T.O.P.). 
• Participate in the weekly and operational safety meetings. 
• Oversee implementation of Job Safety Analyses and hazard assessments. 
• Carry out inspections and audits according to the Quality Management System requirements. 

General Management 

• Monitor the Maintenance Department budget to ensure cost effective operation. 
• Hire direct report. 
• Ensure the roles, responsibilities, authorities, accountabilities, and performance measures of direct report are defined, understood, and enforced. 
• Establish goals and priorities with direct report. 
• Establish a system of accountability and monitors the performance of direct report. 
• Review rig maintenance performance against performance measures; establishes initiatives with the team to achieve goals and objectives. 
• Assess the competencies of direct report, and work with the individual to enhance required competencies. 
• Develop and implement mechanisms to achieve effective communication, coordination of effort, information flow, and learning with direct report. 
• Conduct and oversee performance and salary reviews with direct report on a timely basis. 
• Ensure a high level of productivity, teamwork, and employee satisfaction within the mechanical maintenance team. 
• Authorize work permits for the mechanical maintenance crew per company policies and procedures. 
• Ensure effective communication with rig management and onshore personnel. 
• Ensure all maintenance activities are performed in accordance with the Permit to Work System. 

Other 

• Participate as a member of the rig's Emergency Management Team to advise the PIC on the technical aspects of any emergency. 
• Participate in drills and exercises as an emergency team leader. 
• Assist in rig moves as required. 
• Perform other duties and special projects as requested by management. 

Qualifications 

Education:

• Associate's degree in mechanical technology or related educational equivalent from an accredited technical school, trade school, or institute is required. 

Professional Experience: 
Skills: 

• Must have 5 or more years of experience as a mechanic, as well as offshore experience.
• Strong experience in hydraulic systems is required. 
• Expertise in reading and interpreting electrical and mechanical drawings is required. 
• Bi-lingual is preferred (English, Spanish, French, Portuguese) 
• Verbal communication skills necessary.  
• Ability to interact with individuals in a cross-cultural environment. 
• Leadership and employee development skills. 
• Team oriented. 

Licenses, Certifications, Credentials, and Other Requirements: 

• Offshore survival and medical certificates as mandated by government regulations are required. 
• Certified in all required safety training programs, including but not limited to underwater safety, fire fighting, and helicopter underwater escape. 
• Must pass pre-employment and random drug tests. 

To apply for this job, please send an updated CV to cv@santane.co.uk quoting Job reference no. or alternatively call +44(0) 7805049876 to discuss further.