Mechanical /Hydraulic Workshop Technician
7 days ago
Aberdeen
Location: Aberdeen, UK Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent Salary: £35,000 to £40,000 depending on experience (with offshore day rate uplift) Travel: International offshore travel as required based on project needs Start Date: Immediate / negotiable About the Job: Decom Engineering is a fast-growing provider of innovative R&D and engineering solutions to the energy industry, specialising in our subsea Chopsaw range and custom-built equipment. With a current focus on the IMR & decommissioning sector, we support major offshore projects across Australia, the USA, Brazil, the North Sea, and the Far East. Following a number of recent contract wins, we are seeking a Workshop Technician with strong mechanical and hydraulic skills to join our dynamic team in Aberdeen. This is a rare opportunity to work with a dynamic and forward looking company. The main responsibilities of the role include, but are not limited to: As a key member of our workshop team, your responsibilities will include: • Building, assembling, and preparing specialist equipment for mobilisation to global projects., • Interpreting general assembly drawings and hydraulic schematics to carry out repairs, upgrades, and commissioning., • Preparing and testing tools to ensure operational readiness and compliance with quality standards., • Troubleshooting and modifying tools in collaboration with our engineering team to meet specific project needs., • Rigging up and down equipment for demonstration, mobilisation, and project completion., • Carrying out equipment diagnostics, repairs, and flushing operations., • Performing cosmetic refurbishments, including rust removal, priming, and painting., • Conducting client demonstrations of our equipment and tools as required., • Responsible for maintaining workshop stock control processes, • Upholding high standards of safety and cleanliness in the workshop., • Participating in safety, maintenance, and project planning meetings., • Progressing to lead offshore technician role for cutting scopes. What We’re Looking For Essential: • Strong mechanical and hydraulic aptitude with a hands-on background., • Effective problem-solving skills with a practical approach, • Flexibility to travel internationally, sometimes at short notice., • Confident communicator, • Ability to work independently and collaboratively across local and virtual teams., • Competency with Microsoft Office and general IT systems., • Fluent in spoken and written English. Desirable: • Mechanical apprenticeship or equivalent technical training., • Experience working with subsea tooling or cutting systems., • Familiarity with SolidWorks and 2D CAD (for viewing and interpreting drawings)., • Forklift licence (training provided if needed). Why Join Decom Engineering? At Decom Engineering, you’ll be part of a forward-thinking team shaping the future of decommissioning through innovation, safety, and technical excellence. We offer: • A collaborative and inclusive workplace, • Opportunities for travel and offshore experience, • Ongoing training and development, • The chance to work on unique, industry leading equipment How to Apply: Ready to take the next step in your career? Please send your CV and a short cover letter to () outlining your relevant experience and availability.