Lead Mechanical Rotating Engineer
Contract Type: Outside IR35
ASAP start
Working Location: Hybrid working model with approximately 3 days per month on site in Flintshire.
Involvement in both onshore and offshore activities.
About the Role
This is a strong opportunity for a Mechanical Engineer to join an operational asset team, focusing on rotating equipment reliability, maintenance strategy, and performance improvement across onshore and offshore facilities.
Why This Role Stands Out
- Hands-on role supporting live operational assets
- Focus on rotating equipment, reliability, and integrity
- Involvement in both onshore and offshore activities
- Exposure to projects including decommissioning and energy transition
- Opportunity to influence asset performance and lifecycle
Key Responsibilities
- Providing technical support to operations and maintenance teams
- Supporting reliability improvement and asset performance initiatives
- Planning and prioritising maintenance for rotating and static equipment
- Carrying out root cause analysis and implementing improvements
- Supporting minor modifications and upgrade projects
- Working with contractors and managing technical scope delivery
- Ensuring compliance with engineering standards and regulatory requirements
- Supporting project activities including HAZOP, SIL reviews, and studies
- Acting as technical authority for rotating and lifting equipment systems
- Contributing to decommissioning and energy transition projects
Requirements
- Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline
- Strong experience in oil and gas or heavy industrial environments
- Background in rotating equipment, power generation, or lifting systems
- Experience supporting live operational assets onshore or offshore
- Understanding of maintenance, reliability, and risk-based approaches
- Familiarity with UK and EU engineering standards and regulations
- Chartered status or working towards chartership with a relevant institution
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently
Additional Information
- Hybrid and office-based working with regular site visits onshore and offshore
- Offshore certification such as BOSIET or HUET is beneficial, or willingness to obtain