Mechanical Equipment Technician

UTM Consultants are looking for a Mechanical Equipment Technician, to assist our client with their project offshore, Netherlands.

Primary Tasks and responsibilities

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on Mission Equipment (ME) between projects.
• Diagnose technical issues and carry out necessary repairs to ensure optimal equipment readiness.
• Supervise subcontractors performing maintenance or repair activities on mission equipment or tools.
• Prepare mission equipment and technical tools for upcoming offshore projects, including testing and verification.
• Support mobilisation and demobilisation of equipment on vessels.
• Ensure all ME complies with safety, technical and operational standards.
• Maintain accurate documentation of maintenance activities, inspections and service reports.

Secondary Tasks and responsibilities

• Assist with inventory control of tools, spare parts and ME components.
• Coordinate procurement needs (spare parts, consumables, external services).
• Ensure proper storage, labelling and organisation of mission equipment and tools.
• Provide operational support to the ME Engineer and vessel teams when required.
• Contribute to improvements in maintenance procedures, planning and workflows.
• Support internal audits, safety inspections and compliance requirements.

Technical profile requirements

• Strong hands-on experience with mechanical, hydraulic and/or electrical systems.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, manuals and maintenance procedures.
• Experience with heavy equipment or complex maritime/offshore installations is a strong advantage.
• Knowledge of preventive maintenance systems and asset management tools.
• Ability to troubleshoot and diagnose equipment malfunctions independently.
• Safety focused mindset and familiarity with maritime/offshore safety standards (LOTO, lifting, rigging, etc.).

Non-Technical profile requirements

• Accurate, structured and detail oriented way of working.
• Strong sense of responsibility and ownership over equipment readiness.
• Team player with clear and open communication skills.
• Ability to supervise external technicians/subcontractors in a professional manner.
• Able to work under pressure and meet project deadlines.
• Comfortable working in a dynamic environment with heavy equipment and challenging planning cycles.

Methodology/Certification requirements

• Technical diploma or degree in Mechanics, Electromechanics, Marine Engineering or similar field.

Language proficiencies 

• Fluent in Dutch & English (spoken and written)

The project is due to start on 15th March 2026 and will last approx. 40 weeks