Offshore Ops Technician

NES Fircroft are currently recruiting an Offshore Ops Technician on behalf of a leading Oil & Gas operator to work on their offshore assets in the UK North Sea.

This is an excellent opportunity to join an established operator on an initial 3 years contract, with a strong likelihood of extension.

Contract Details

• Rotation: 2 weeks on / 2 weeks off
• Working Hours: 12-hour shifts
• Mobilisation Location: Norwich
• Travel: 45p per mile for mobilisation travel, both ways, or economy travel
• Accommodation: Hotel accommodation provided the night before mobilisation, if required
• Pay: Competitive PAYE day rate

Key Responsibilities

• Proven experience operating and managing offshore production facilities
• Ability to prepare and manage Work Control Certificates (WCCs) and Isolation Control Certificates (ICCs) for vendor mobilisations
• Competence in monitoring plant conditions, raising defects, and updating maintenance systems (Maximo experience advantageous)
• Capability to act as Performing Authority (PA) and Isolating Authority (IA) as required
• Strong knowledge and application of operational procedures, health, safety, and environmental (HSE) practices
• Flexibility and willingness to support ad hoc activities as operational demands shift – the role often requires 'all hands to the deck' responsiveness

Nice to Have Skills:

• Additional offshore tickets such as HAD (Helicopter Deck Assistant) or HLO (Helicopter Landing Officer)

Preferred Education and Experience:

• Relevant technical qualification or equivalent experience in offshore operations or engineering
• Minimum of several years’ offshore experience within Oil & Gas platform environments
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams in high-pressure situations

Other Requirements:

• Right to work in the UK
• Valid BOSIET and MIST certifications with current offshore medical clearance prior to mobilisation

Join a top-tier Oil & Gas operator for a rewarding, long-term contract where your expertise will directly contribute to operational excellence offshore.

If you’re ready to advance your offshore career and thrive in a supportive, safety-driven environment, apply now and be part of a team that makes a difference every day.