Offshore Electrical Technician

OFFSHORE ELECTRICAL TECHNICIAN

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assembly and commissioning of electrical systems
• Fault finding and troubleshooting electrical system faults
• Actively maintaining and repairing electrical systems
• Working part of a skilled offshore team with a key focus on minimising equipment downtime
• Actively contributing to equipment modifications and improvements
• Completing detailed and concise daily/weekly reports
   

JOB CONTEXT, MAIN ACTIVIES AND SCOPE:

• Extensive experience working with Electro/Hydraulic systems 
• Served a recognized electrical apprenticeship
• Demonstrable experience working offshore and in challenging marine environments
• Minimum NVQ level 3 electrical engineering
• City & guilds level 3 electrotechnical studies
• C&G 18th edition qualified
• Good knowledge of 3 phase systems
• In depth knowledge of electrical motors and generators
• Familiar with and confident working with PLC control systems
• Good understanding of H&S practices and equipment legislation
• Maintain a safe and effective working environment, ensuring all safe systems of work are effectively communicated and recorded to the relevant site operatives. Ensure compliance with these safe systems of work.
• Work in accordance with the company management system.
• Working 4-week rotations on a 7 day a week/ 12 hour a day shift pattern.

REQUISITE EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

ESSENTIAL experience:

• Experienced in solving problems in challenging circumstances.
• Experience of working to a pre-defined works program in challenging circumstances.
• English speaking.

ADDITIONAL BENEFICIAL EXPERIENCE:

• Use of hydraulic torque applicators
• Heavy lifting operational/supervisory experience.
• Mechanical/hydraulic fitting experience.

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum NVQ level 3 electrical engineering
• City & guilds level 3 electrotechnical studies
• C&G 18th edition qualified WAH
• OEUK MEDICAL
• BOSIET
• GWO

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.