Crane Technician - Abu Dhabi

Job summary

We are EnerMech, a specialist service company that delivers safe, integrated solutions for complex energy projects. For over 50 years, we've been energizing our clients across the world with unrivaled expertise, equipment, and technology that supports the entire asset life cycle – offshore and on land. We enable progress through our three global business lines: Energy Solutions, Infrastructure & Industrial Solutions, and Lifting Solutions. Within these areas, we offer a wide range of services, including cranes, lifting, fluid power, training, equipment rental, pipeline, subsea, process, and valves – all designed to help you optimize performance, enhance reliability, and improve efficiency. With a focus on operational excellence, we deliver value through our customized integrated solutions. This approach reduces risk and enhances efficiencies making us a leading and trusted partner every step of the way.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine inspections, preventive maintenance, and mechanical repairs on offshore cranes, winches, hoists, and related equipment to ensure they are in optimal working condition.
• Troubleshoot and resolve mechanical issues on cranes, identifying faults in the hydraulic, mechanical, and electrical systems, and taking corrective actions as necessary.
• Assist in the disassembly and assembly of crane components offshore, including gearboxes, hoists, brakes, drums, and hydraulic systems.
• Support the Offshore Crane Maintenance Supervisor in ensuring 5 Yearly Major Maintenance Overhauls are completed in a timely manner and downtime is minimized.
• Maintain accurate records of all offshore maintenance work, including work orders, inspection reports, and parts used.
• Collaborate with offshore personnel to ensure safe and efficient lifting operations while minimizing crane downtime.
• Ensure adherence to Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) protocols during all mechanical maintenance activities offshore.

Skills

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical certifications in mechanical, electrical, or crane maintenance fields are required.
• English Language (good writing and vocabulary).
• Minimum of 3 years offshore experience in a crane mechanical maintenance role.
• Hands-on experience in the mechanical maintenance and overhaul of cranes, winches, hoists, and related equipment.
• Previous experience in an onshore workshop setting, performing mechanical overhauls of crane components, is preferred.
• Knowledge of mechanical systems (hydraulic, mechanical, and electrical) and their function within crane operations.
• Experience in stripping down and rebuilding winches, motors, and pumps.
• Experience in testing and pressure testing of crane components – cylinders etc
• Competent with Crane Maintenance and inspections.
• Able to understand Maintenance drawings / Hydraulic drawings / Isometric drawings etc.
• Ability to compile and complete technical maintenance procedures.
• Basic IT Skills – Word, Excel, etc.

Desired requirements

• A degree in mechanical/electrical engineering or related fields is a plus
• OPITO Approved BOSIET
• OGUK Medical
• Desire to increase technical and management skills.
• Offshore experience.
• SAP system knowledge.

Behaviors and Personal Qualities

• Safety-Focused: Prioritizes the safety of self and colleagues, ensuring all maintenance and overhaul activities are performed according to safety standards.
• Adaptable: Can easily transition between offshore and onshore responsibilities as required.
• Team Player: Works well with both offshore and onshore teams to ensure the efficient completion of crane maintenance and overhauls.
• Detail-Oriented: Ensures all work is completed with precision and in accordance with technical specifications and safety standards.
• Self-Starter: Takes initiative and is capable of working independently while also contributing to team efforts.
• Flexible attitude to working hours and shift patterns in order to get the job done.
• Personal integrity that can be a role model for all other members of staff.

Benefits

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