Senior Workshop Mechanic

Senior Workshop Mechanic

WellGear are looking for a suitable candidate to join their fast growing and dynamic business. The successful candidate will perform a vital role in the growth of a motivated close-knit team.

Role:

The successful candidate will be the lead mechanic on the shop floor working in coordination with the maintenance manager and acting as the first point of contact for all mechanics with regards technical queries. While themselves performing maintenance duties on a variety of equipment within WellGear’s Drumoak base. On a day-to-day basis the role will involve maintaining a range of hydraulic equipment, diesel engines, rotating equipment and pumps. The right person must be self-motivated and enjoy working on such equipment.

This includes but is not limited to:

• Servicing and maintenance of equipment
• Overhaul of equipment
• Assembly of new build equipment
• Working with the maintenance management system
• Lead and work with trainee/apprentices

This would suit a candidate with the following qualities:

• Experience of hydraulics is essential
• Prior experience of Well Intervention and Drilling equipment maintenance (Pumps, rotaries, hydraulic powerpacks, etc)
• Hands on approach with a can-do attitude
• High level of attention to detail
• Takes pride in their work
• Self-motivated, driven and determined.
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Leadership skills, previous experience leading a team.

Experience:

Time served apprenticeship in a relevant discipline, or extensive experience in a similar role.

The following or equivalent courses are desirable

• BFPA Hydraulics Level 1/2
• Hydraulic Hose Assembly Course

Rewards:

• A competitive remuneration package will be awarded to the right candidate
• Company pension
• Private Healthcare scheme
• Salary 40-50k depending on experience