Service Technician

About the Role

NOV Fluid Control, Portlethen are recruiting for Service Technician due to increased offshore activity. Working on offshore installations on an ad hoc basis, you will come from a solids control background and be able to operate and maintain solids control equipment.

This role requires a mechanically minded professional with offshore solids control experience. The successful candidate will be responsible for supervising offshore Thermal Treatment (TAM) operations where required, ensuring equipment is operated safely, efficiently, and in line with company and client expectations.

You will play a key role in maintaining operational performance, delivering clear operational updates to both onshore operations support teams and client representatives, and ensuring accurate daily reporting using NOV systems.

About the Company

NOV is a global leader in the design, manufacture, and support of equipment and technologies for the energy industry. At NOV Fluid Control, we are committed to delivering high-quality solids control and thermal treatment solutions that enhance operational efficiency and environmental performance for our clients worldwide.

Our Portlethen facility supports offshore operations across multiple regions, providing technical expertise, responsive service, and innovative solutions to meet evolving industry demands.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and offshore day rates
• Opportunity to work with industry-leading solids control and thermal treatment technology
• Exposure to varied offshore installations and projects
• Ongoing training and professional development
• A supportive team environment within a global organisation

Key Responsibilities

• Report to check-in desk of appropriate departure point when requested.
• Report to company office as and when requested during normal working hours.
• Work as required on both onshore and offshore facilities operating Brandt supplied equipment.
• Optimise equipment performance in order to ensure customer satisfaction.
• Maintain stock levels and ensure adequate spares and consumables are available on site to ensure supplied equipment is serviceable.
• Train rig crew on supplied equipment when requested.
• Assist in the training of less experienced Brandt Service Engineers.
• Liaise directly with client personnel both on and offshore when requested.
• Maintain all equipment as per equipment Repair & Maintenance (R&M) procedures.
• Prepare and submit daily reports and End of Well recaps as requested, ensuring accurate population of NOV reporting systems.
• Ensure proper use of computer equipment in line with NOV guidelines.
• Ensure all spares inventories and maintenance records are submitted to relevant personnel on a regular basis.
• Submit detailed backload lists at the end of each job, detailing any damage to equipment.
• Assist onshore logistics with personnel movements to and from the rig.
• Ensure adherence to work procedures and company policies.
• Be proactive in suggesting improvements to products and systems.
• Perform any other duties (onshore or offshore) as reasonably required by Management, including holiday relief cover for other members of staff.
• Provide clear and concise operational updates to operations support teams and client representatives.

Qualifications & Skills

• Offshore solids control experience (essential).
• Mechanical background (preferred).
• Demonstrable experience operating and maintaining solids control equipment.
• Working knowledge of offshore thermal treatment systems (highly desirable).
• Experience supervising offshore personnel and equipment operations.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to articulate operational updates to both internal teams and clients.
• Competent computer skills, including the ability to accurately populate daily reports and maintenance records.
• Understanding of offshore safety standards and procedures.

Interpersonal Skills

• Strong team player with the ability to work independently offshore.
• Proactive and solution-oriented mindset.
• Professional and confident when liaising with clients.
• Adaptable and capable of working in high-pressure offshore environments.