Mechanical Technician

Imagine your career taking you to the depths of innovation and the heights of impact.  Our people enable continuous progress. Their commitment, collective expertise, and unique capabilities are the engine room behind SBM Offshore’s True. Blue. Transition. - shaping the future of energy, and beyond.

About Us:
SBM Offshore is a global leader in deepwater ocean infrastructure, delivering floating production solutions across the full asset lifecycle—from design and construction to installation and operation. Supported by a global team of more than 8,000 professionals, the Company operates a long-term, asset-backed business model that delivers high-availability assets and predictable cash flows. SBM Offshore combines engineering expertise, operational reliability, and selective innovation to support safe, efficient, and lower-carbon energy production, while extending its capabilities into new opportunities across the blue economy.
Reports To

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Engine Room Supervisor

Accountable For: Responsibilities & Standards

1) Dismantle, Repair and Reassemble Mechanical Equipment

- Identify potential sources of hazard prior to dismantling equipment.

- Use the correct procedures and methods for dismantling activities.

- Carry out the correct isolation and disconnection procedures.

- Identify, inspect and prepare components for maintenance and reassembly.

- Apply appropriate tests and test equipment to ensure reassembly is completed correctly and effectively.

- Operate Lathe, Milling and Shaping Machines, Gas Arc and/or Plasma Cutting equipment.

- Carry out fabrication activities, including pipe fabrication, fitting and welding as required.

2) Use Condition Monitoring on Mechanical Equipment

- Adjust equipment and instruments to meet operational specifications.

- Make adjustments with minimum disruption to ongoing activities and minimum waste of resources.

- Monitor, record and maintain accurate work history and maintenance records.

3) Diagnose Faults in Mechanical Equipment

- Respond promptly to equipment problems in accordance with approved procedures.

- Select appropriate tests and diagnostic procedures and apply them methodically.

- Carry out visual, close and detailed inspections on mechanical equipment.

- Use inspection results to determine the appropriate corrective actions.

- Record accurate and detailed findings within the relevant maintenance documentation.

4) Monitor and Maintain Pollution Control Measures

- Identify, control and report unplanned discharges to the environment in accordance with Company procedures and regulations.

- Use the appropriate PPE when dealing with unplanned discharges.

- Ensure equipment, waste and materials are disposed of in accordance with the correct procedures.

- Promote effective environmental protection and pollution control practices with colleagues, subcontractors and visitors.

5) Contribute to the Health and Safety of the Working Environment

- Maintain work areas in a clean, safe and hazard-free condition.

- Take positive action to stop hazards and unsafe behaviours.

- Raise alarms and respond appropriately using Company procedures and individual initiative where required.

- Report all actual and potential incidents to the relevant supervisor.

6) Emergency Response

- Carry out Emergency Response duties as assigned in the Station Bill.

- Demonstrate competence during Emergency Response drills and exercises.

Pre-hire Qualifications and Experience

- Minimum 3 years' experience in shipping as a Fitter, with general maintenance skills including fitting and a Coded Welding qualification.

- Qualified as an Engine Room Rating in accordance with STCW Regulation AIII/5.

- Additional experience as a Watchkeeping Engine Room Rating qualified in accordance with STCW Regulation AIII/4 is considered beneficial.

- Experience working on tanker vessels, FPSOs, FSOs, or similar marine environments is advantageous.

- Experience in mechanical maintenance, fabrication, welding and workshop activities within a marine environment.

- Medically fit according to The Company GEMS Instruction Health Requirements to Work Offshore.

GENERAL INFORMATION

If you are interested and meet the requirements to perform this role, please apply via:
Our website – www.sbmoffshore.com

At this time, we are seeking candidates who are Mexican and living in Mexico.
We wish to thank all applicants for their interest. Please be guided that only selected candidates will be contacted. For more information on SBM Offshore, please visit www.sbmoffshore.com