Equipment Operator

Equipment Operator (Offshore Wind) 


Role Responsibilities

• Operate the Reel Drive Systems and Hose tensioners during drill operations
• Ensure all equipment is assembled and configured correctly for deployment
• Perform routine maintenance activities including pre-use checks and planned preventative maintenance
• Attend pre-shift meetings and contribute to discussions where necessary
• Maintain accurate logs of drilling activity
• Liaise with the Drill Supervisor to provide up to date information on equipment status
• Provide technical input and assistance to the service team when troubleshooting breakdowns and performing planned preventative maintenance
• Actively promote team welfare, anticipating the needs of others and resolving issues while promoting best practice and compliance
• Maintain a safe and effective working environment, ensuring all safe systems of work are complied with
• Work in accordance with the company management system
• Work 28 day rotations on a 7 day a week/ 12 hour a day shift pattern

Role Requirements

• Demonstrable history of operating and maintain Reel Drive systems and hose tensioners
• Proven operational knowledge of subsea drilling systems, particularly with an HMI interface
• Experienced in the use and maintenance of electrical/hydraulic systems
• Experience of working to a pre-defined works program in challenging circumstances
• Able to maintain accurate daily reports pertaining to drill records and daily activities
• Good IT skills
• Heavy lifting operational/supervisory experience beneficial
• Mechanical/hydraulic fitting experience beneficial
• GWO training, WAH, BOSIET, OGUK Medical essential

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.