Candidate Pool – Lead Mechanical (Expatriate Contracts- Multiple Locations)

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Lead Mechanical

Are you exploring a new challenge soon or in the future? If you meet the requirements below, we encourage you to apply now!

What You Will Do

In this role, you will:

• Oversee and ensure the integrity of all mechanical systems onboard (rotating machinery, static equipment, HVAC, utilities).
• Lead a team of mechanical technicians, fitters, welders, and specialists to perform preventive and corrective maintenance safely and efficiently.
• Manage spare parts inventory, coordinate with vendors, and maintain accurate CMMS documentation while enforcing safety and operational standards.
• Plan, organize, and execute condition monitoring, troubleshooting, and watchkeeping across process, marine, and utility systems.
• Schedule and oversee mechanical tasks, including permit-to-work, isolations, and management of change procedures to minimize operational impact.
• Supervise emergency response activities, participate in drills, and maintain machinery area cleanliness and waste control.
• Support pre-commissioning and commissioning activities; assist in budgeting and control of maintenance expenditure.
• Mentor and coach mechanical team members, conduct competency assessments, and facilitate skill development and nationalization efforts.
• Foster teamwork, inclusion, and offshore culture to support national staff integration and long-term continuity.

What We Are Looking For

• Bachelor’s or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering/Chief Engineer, with

  10–12 years’ experience

  including

  5+ years offshore

  , and ideally

  2+ years on FPSO/FPU

  , plus pre-commissioning exposure.
• In-depth understanding of mechanical systems onboard FPSOs/FPUs: rotating equipment, static machinery, utilities, and HVAC.
• Strong grasp of offshore safety systems and industry standards (SOLAS, MARPOL, ISM), and basic asset reliability principles like condition monitoring.
• Proven leadership: experience supervising small mechanical crews (technicians, fitters, welders) in both planned and reactive maintenance.
• Excellent troubleshooting and fault-finding skills, with the ability to interpret technical drawings and support root-cause analysis.
• Competency using CMMS for maintenance planning, record-keeping, and coordination.
• Safety-first mindset—rigorous in JSA, Permit-to-Work, and HSE protocols.
• Strong communicator who can collaborate across disciplines and mentor junior staff.
• Resilient and adaptive, with a growth mindset, accountability for team outcomes, and a focus on teamwork and driving performance
• Fluent in English; additional languages (e.g., Portuguese, French, Italian) are a plus.
• Committed to mentoring national staff through on-the-job training and cross-functional exposure.

What You Can Expect

• To be part of a highly skilled offshore team committed to operational excellence and safety.
• An environment where your leadership, technical expertise, and safety mindset are valued and recognized.
• Opportunities for continuous professional growth and offshore leadership development.
• A workplace that encourages collaboration, inclusion, and open communication.

Lead Mechanical,

If you're ready to lead with integrity, elevate offshore maintenance standards, and leading high-performing teams, we want to hear from you. Apply now and become a key leader in offshore innovation.