Balmoral, a division of Balmoral Group, is a trusted partner to the global offshore energy sector. We offer unrivalled technical expertise, a vast project track record and evidenced-based buoyancy, protection and insulation product solutions, market innovator for buoyancy, protection and insulation product solutions.

Balmoral Group was established in 1980 and is a privately owned company headquartered in Aberdeen, Scotland. Employing over 400 people and operating from a modern custom-built complex, the company’s products are used around the world.

We are looking for a Maintenance Mechanical Technician who is responsible for the mechanical maintenance, repair and installation of Production Line Plant and Support Equipment involved in the manufacturing of offshore buoyancy equipment. This is to support a 24-hour Production Plant operation.

Within some departments we operate a shift system, a shift allowance is paid while working on back and night shift which increases the standard hourly rate by time +1/6 and time + 1/3. There is also the opportunity to work overtime during busy periods.

Main Duties

Carry Out PPM Tasks on Production Plant and equipment
Carry Out Repairs to Production Plant and equipment to ensure minimum downtime to production
Fault finding and diagnose problems with Production Line Plant
Working with Fabrication/Welding Engineers to install new and replacement Plant and equipment.
Maintain a record of maintenance activities carried out on Plant and equipment.
The Calibration of Plant and equipment within ISO 9001 standards
Ensuring all maintenance operations are carried out in accordance with Health & Safety procedures, risk assessments and safe systems of work.
Assisting Electrical Maintenance Technicians to carry out their tasks when required.
To maintain a safe & tidy working environment.
Must be prepared to work on a rotational shift pattern
24 hours call out support when required

Qualifications

Must be time a served engineer with minimum 5, ideally 10 years relevant experience.
City & Guilds Mechanical Maintenance, NVQ/SVQ Level 3
ONC/HNC in Mechanical Engineering or related subject (Desirable)

Experience

Working knowledge of Hydraulics and Pneumatics.
Working knowledge of Pumps and vacuum systems
General factory mechanical machinery, plant & equipment
Extensive practical experience in a similar role.

Skills/Training

Relevant health and safety training.
Good diagnostic/fault finding skills
An ability to work well under pressure.
Good verbal and written communication skills
Team working skills
Working at height (Desirable)

What’s in it for you?

Working at Balmoral comes with a number of benefits including:

Competitive salary
Company pension
Starting on 33 days (pro-rated) annual leave, increasing with length of service
Employee Assistance Program
Life insurance (death in service)
Access to an employee discount website
Employee long service rewards scheme
Bike to work scheme
Electric car scheme
Holiday purchase scheme

Working with Balmoral you get the opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment that is varied and challenging - with limitless potential for career progression.

Please note that Balmoral is unable to support employment visa sponsorship at this time.

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