Mechanical Technician

About the role

SBM Offshore is seeking a Mechanical Technician to carry out maintenance and preservation tasks on vessel mechanical equipment. The role focuses on ensuring reliability, safety and longevity of mechanical systems across the offshore asset lifecycle.

Key responsibilities

• Dismantle, repair and re‑assemble mechanical equipment following proper isolation and hazard identification procedures.
• Perform condition monitoring, adjust instruments and record activities in work logs.
• Diagnose faults using appropriate tests, visual inspections and detailed examinations.
• Execute cleaning, housekeeping, blasting, spraying/painting, greasing and preservation of topside items such as flanges, bolts and valves.
• Communicate all activities to the Mechanical Supervisor, especially safety‑related issues.

Required profile

• Strong safety awareness and ability to follow established procedures.
• Technical competence in mechanical maintenance and repair.
• Capability to identify hazards before work begins.
• Authorization to maintain and repair vessel mechanical equipment.

Required skills

• Mechanical equipment maintenance
• Condition monitoring
• Diagnostic testing
• Isolation and reinstatement procedures
• Blasting and painting
• Greasing application
• Preservation of flanges, bolts and valves