Although this position is for the company’s Offshore Telecommunications Technician adhoc pool, the successful candidate will be employed on a permanent salaried basis.  This position will be either based on a Platform or FPSO in the North Sea and the client is ideally looking to take on a candidate who is available for an immediate start. 

Job Purpose:

• To maintain the process plant and associated equipment in a safe and efficient manner, in compliance with all statutory requirements.
• Carry out planned preventative, remedial and breakdown maintenance in accordance with the company’s maintenance management system.

Duties / Responsibilities:

• Carrying out preventative and remedial maintenance activities with a particular emphasis on safety critical activities.
• Carrying out fault finding and diagnostic checks on all platform / FPSO equipment, ensuring any repairs are addressed promptly.
• Responding to breakdowns in a timely manner and carry out subsequent and effective fault finding.
• Carrying out and participate in Root Cause Analysis to improve equipment reliability.
• Installing telecoms and IT equipment in liaison IS Department.
• Carrying out Radio Operator duties where required.
• Responsible for Portable Appliance Testing (PAT) on all IT equipment, telecoms test equipment and entertainment equipment.
• Ensuring comprehensive records and logs are maintained and effective handovers are carried out at shift and crew changes.

Experience:

• Prior and recent experience in a specific Offshore Telecommunications Technician position is essential for this role.

Applicants will be expected to hold the following certification / qualifications:

• GDMSS Restricted.
• CAA Licence.
• City & Guilds or an equivalent Telecommunications qualification.
• Recognised Apprenticeship or equivalent.
• Compex Training.
• Portable Appliance Testing.
• LV Authorisation.
• ISSOW Level 2.
• Current and valid Offshore Certification (BOSIET, MIST, Medical, EBS and Shoulder Measurements)