NRL are very proud to be working with a company taking a leading role in Energy Transition.
A broad energy company with more than 21,000 colleagues committed to providing affordable energy for societies worldwide. They are on a journey to net zero emissions through optimising their oil and gas portfolio, accelerating growth in renewables and pioneering developments in carbon capture and hydrogen.
As part of a multi-billion pound investment off the North East Coast of England they are looking to build their team.
For its offshore O&M organisation based from the Port of Tyne we are seeking to expand our team with an Offshore Maintenance Leader focusing towards Scheduled Maintenance.
The Offshore Maintenance Leader will be a line manager to an offshore maintenance shift consisting initially of technicians and later also including shift supervisors, and coordinators; and acting as main points of contact towards the onshore organisation. The successful candidates will be based from the O&M Base in the Port of Tyne in the Newcastle area, working offshore on a 2 week on / 2 week off rotation on one of the state-of-the art Service Operation Vessels deployed on Dogger Bank.
We are seeking candidates with long term commitment to play a key role in ensuring continuity of knowledge from construction and operational setup into operations.
Duties will include
Initial project execution phase:
Prepare for and recruit the maintenance team comprising various multi-skilled technicians.
Support O&M governance and management system validity and roll out process.
Contribute to competence profile strategy for technicians.
Operations phase:
Responsible for execution of all activities across all sites, performed by contractors and/or internal personnel. Day to day interface and focal point towards onshore organisation and offshore management interaction with contractors.
Line manager of an offshore maintenance shift while always ensuring safe and maximised production at site.
Follow up the SOV operator offshore on behalf of the company rep for the vessel contract.
Develop and drive maintenance requirements based on analysis.
Ensure compliance with management system processes and requirements. Assist in production of site reports for both internal & external customers.
Prepared to be part of an on-call rotation (operations, emergency response) for the windfarms.
Who are we looking for:
Some qualities are essential for this company. You identify with our values, open, collaborative, courageous and caring, which guide our decisions and help us succeed and grow. You make safety your priority and contribute to our zero-harm culture. For this position, we are also looking for:
Degree or HND in technical discipline or similar. Relevant experience may compensate for formal qualifications.
Significant operation and maintenance knowledge and experience from offshore wind farms.
Experience with supporting and leading a diverse and dynamic team.
Be or become authorised as a Senior Authorised Person.
Must be prepared to undertake offshore medical, HUET and GWO training.
Fluent in English, proficient oral and written communications skills; with ability to collaborate with multiple internal and external stakeholders and support functions.
Hands-on and proactive with a creative approach to problem solving
Can support and lead a diverse and dynamic team
What is in it for you:
We care about each other as much as our business. That’s why we offer:
Not just a job; a career. your development begins on day one. You will build your competence through a wide range of learning activities while being empowered to build your career across multiple disciplines and geographies. Our internal job market allows endless opportunities for development and growth within your own field or in other interesting and relevant areas for you.
Attractive rewards. We offer a comprehensive benefits package with competitive salaries, global parental leave, variable pay schemes and a share savings plan.
Wellness and work-life balance. Our employees’ well-being is a priority. We recognise that for you to be the best version of yourself in the workplace, being able to collect your children, attend a class or simply enjoy social time can be invaluable. That’s why we encourage you to make use of our flexible work arrangements.
An inclusive culture. We believe embracing our differences makes us stronger. For us true inclusion means being able to bring your whole self to work, and for everyone to feel accepted and valued.
If this role is of interest to you, please submit your application now and NRL will be in contact.
About NRL
The NRL Group connect global engineering companies with the right people to bring their projects to life. Supporting contracting companies with their energy transition plans and working with our clients to build a cleaner, greener future.
We welcome applications from every walk of life and are committed to driving diversity and inclusion within the industries we support. We’re proud to hold the Inclusive Recruiter certification from the Association of Professional Staffing Companies. As we progress your application our team of talented recruiters will be on hand to support you to secure your next role.