Offshore Service Technician
Permanent position

Great Yarmouth, Norfolk

The Role:

To operate, service & maintain the hire fleet in accordance with Scantech Offshore maintenance procedures.

Scantech Offshore - part of the James Fisher group, is a leading global provider of specialised equipment and personnel for well testing and offshore wind projects. We specialise in air compressors, steam generators, rig cooling/deluge, and environmental mitigation, supporting major energy companies with safe, compliant solutions.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Preparation of equipment to meet hire office requirements.
• Ensuring service procedures and standards are followed in accordance with company guidelines.
• Maintaining safety standards as per the Occupational Health & safety regulations.
• Packaging, maintenance, and operation of company equipment both onshore & offshore as required following company service guidelines & procedures.
• Completion of service reports, minimum spares stock and handover sheets as required following company procedures.
• Maintain, livery, decals & signage.
• Calibrate relevant safety devices.
• Carry out third party inspections.
• Pressure test hoses when required.
• Working safely as per the Occupational Health & Safety Regulations
• Maintaining a professional and courteous approach to customers and colleagues at all times.
• Any other delegated responsibilities as instructed by Line Manager within the timeframe specified, in a safe and efficient manner to meet business requirements.
• Ensure that all activities are carried out with the highest regard to the health and safety of all involved and to the protection of the environment and prevent of pollution.
• Ensure that all work is undertaken to the highest quality and professionalism in accordance with the company integrated management system.
• Identify personal training needs, bring them to the attention of the departmental manager and utilise the training opportunities.

What we’re looking for:

Ability to establish a good rapport with clients whilst onsite.

Good communication skills (verbal and written).

Strong adaptability and problem-solving skills.

Able to handle a variety of tasks and priorities in accordance with business requirements.

Key skills, knowledge and experience: 

• Mechanical Experience.
• Quality assurance awareness training.
• Diesel engine training /shutdown systems.
• Pressure testing awareness training.
• Manual handling awareness training.
• COSHH awareness training.
• Work at heights awareness training.
• Risk assessment training.
• Offshore survival training.
• Offshore medical certificate.
• Slips, trips & fall awareness training.
• Steam Boiler operating training.
• Air compressor operator training.
• H2S awareness training.
• Experience of working in an offshore or overseas environment.
• Experienced diesel or steam boiler mechanic.

Why join us?

Competitive benefits tailored to the division.

Opportunities for career growth and visibility across the organisation.

A supportive, inclusive culture that values your ideas and contributions.

Work that truly makes a difference in safety, innovation, and global capability.

About Us:

James Fisher is a global engineering services company with over 50 years of experience delivering complex offshore energy projects in some of the world’s most challenging environments. We operate across Energy, Defence, and Maritime Transport, leveraging cutting-edge technology and deep expertise to support the full lifecycle of our customers’ assets.

In the Energy Division, we provide safe, efficient solutions across oil & gas and renewables - from well support and full-field decommissioning to integrated services for offshore wind and expert subsea inspection, repair, and maintenance. Our work helps operators extend asset life, reduce downtime, and respond rapidly to operational challenges, driving the global shift toward a cleaner, more sustainable future.

Visit our website at: www.james-fisher.com

If this sounds like the ideal next step in your career, then click ‘apply’ now! 

Due to the volume of applications, we receive for our vacancies, on occasion applications may close before the deadline, so please apply early to avoid disappointment. 

James Fisher and Sons are committed to taking positive action on diversity and strongly encourage applications for candidates from all backgrounds. We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and recognise that our success depends on our talented and diverse workforce.