Trainee Base and Offshore Engineer

At STR, we are continually looking to create a dynamic team of innovative and diverse individuals who are committed to developing new technology and delivering first class leading services to give our customers the very best solutions.

Our vision is to evolve and expand our business through nurturing our customer relationships and continuous investment and development of our own technology which will allow STR to provide local on the ground support to our clients globally.

Subsea Technology & Rentals is a market leader in supplying the finest technology and enhanced support services to the offshore energy industry. With over 15 years’ experience of delivering trusted solutions to the subsea industry, STR is seeking to recruit new talent following rapid growth.

Job Description – Trainee Base & Offshore Engineer

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Trainee Base & Offshore Engineer to join our Aberdeen base. The successful candidate will report to the Technical Operations Supervisor and be responsible for learning how to maintain our rental equipment to ensure its ready for deployment. Initially this will be a base (onshore) role but as the candidates experience and knowledge develops there will be opportunities to support our clients with offshore operations.

The candidate will hold Highers (or equivalent) in Maths, Science and Technology and have an ambition to learn and develop in a trainee role.

The applicant will need to demonstrate a confident “can do” attitude in a fast-paced environment and must be a team player. The applicant will need to be an excellent communicator and offer exceptional attention to detail.

Salary: dependent on experience

Job Type: Full Time

Main Responsibilities

Rental (onshore)

• Preparing and testing of equipment prior to rental and post hire.
• Function testing, software / firmware updates, cable integrity.
• Ensuring completeness of equipment against packing lists.
• Checking, inspecting and documenting equipment returned from hire.
• Visual inspection, function testing and writing technical reports.
• Identification of in-house or external repair tasks.
• Preparing all assets to ensure they are ready for delivery to clients at short notice.
• General warehouse and delivery duties.

Mobilisations / Demobilisations (offshore)

• Checking, inspecting and documenting equipment on mobilisation
• Setup, interface, function test on mobilisation
• Troubleshoot to successful conclusion
• Assist offshore survey team as required
• Demobilise, check, inspect and document equipment prior to dispatch back to base
• Attend Offshore training and undergo an Offshore medical

Requirements of Role

· Qualified to AL-Level/Higher Level in maths, science and technology

· Excellent attention to detail

· Ability to follow procedures and processes correctly

· High standard of QHSE in the workplace

· Ability to work as a team taking directions

· Ability to work independently and confidently when representing the company at client premises

· Have a flexible and pro-active approach to working and learning

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: From £21,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension
• On-site parking

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Overtime
• Weekend availability

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus scheme

Work Location: One location