Hydraulic Mechanic

The Hydraulic Mechanic is responsible for performing inspections and repairs on hydraulic equipment in all areas onboard.

Responsible for:

• Carrying out inspections, repairs and maintenance of the hydraulic installations and equipment

• Monitoring the condition of hydraulic parts of the drilling equipment

• Implementation of outstanding recommendations from equipment audits by customer, class or management

• Carry out periodic maintenance according to the planned maintenance guidelines and coordinate same with supervisors and other departments

• Maintain equipment manuals, service reports and advise supervisor on condition of equipment and spare parts availability

• Order new spare parts and maintain an adequate stock of spares in order to fulfil maintenance requirements

• Carry out assigned tasks in a safe manner following company policies and procedures

• Daily cleaning and housekeeping in workshops and other areas

Participate in:

• Other relevant maintenance tasks

• Department safety meeting and technical meetings as directed by supervisor

• On-The-Job training of drilling crew

General Responsibility:

• Background as Craftsman within heavy industries preferred

• Preferably experience on offshore drilling units

• Preferably certified Mechanic including an approved apprenticeship

• Training according to training matrix

• Computer literate

• Conversant with safety management system

• Good verbal and written English skills

• Knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic circuits, components and principles of fluid power needed

• Conduct themselves in a manner which safeguards their own and their colleagues' safety and health

• Ensure their actions do not compromise the Company's procedures for safeguarding the environment