Mechanical Technician – Offshore Maintenance

About the role

SBM Offshore is seeking a Mechanical Technician to perform maintenance and preservation tasks on offshore vessels. The role focuses on ensuring equipment reliability and longevity through safe and efficient execution of a wide range of mechanical activities.

Key responsibilities

• Dismantle, repair, and reassemble mechanical equipment following proper isolation and safety procedures.
• Conduct condition monitoring, adjust instruments, and record activities in work logs.
• Diagnose faults, perform visual and detailed inspections, and apply appropriate corrective actions.
• Execute preservation tasks such as cleaning, blasting, spraying/painting, greasing, and protecting topside items like flanges, bolts, and valves.
• Communicate all activities to the Mechanical Supervisor, especially safety‑related issues.

Required profile

• Demonstrated safety awareness and technical competence in vessel maintenance.
• Authorized to maintain and repair mechanical equipment and systems on offshore vessels.
• Ability to follow documented procedures and report activities accurately.

Required skills

• Mechanical equipment dismantling, repair, and reassembly
• Condition monitoring and instrument adjustment
• Fault diagnosis and visual inspection
• Preservation techniques: cleaning, blasting, spraying/painting, greasing
• Isolation and reinstatement procedures