Cranes & Lifting Engineer Full-time Job

About the job

Overview

Job ID- 501775

Country- Great Britain

Location(s)- Newcastle upon Tyne

Company- Equinor UK Limited

Contact Name- gm_equinoremea@equinor.com

Workplace- Onshore

Discipline- Renewables

Education Preferred- Not Indicated

Experience Preferred- Not Indicated

Closing Date- Oct 27 2024

Job Description

We're 23,000 colleagues in more than 30 countries delivering oil, gas, wind and solar power to 170 million people worldwide. Taking on tough energy challenges is our job. Right now, we're facing an enormous task- supplying the world with the energy it needs, while lowering emissions.

We're up for the challenge. Are you?

The positionBy joining our Technical Integrity and Operational Support team on the Dogger Bank Project in Equinor Renewables sector you will have the opportunity to-

Ensure implementation of all cranes, lifting and material handling equipment related maintenance programs.

Carry out periodic reviews and subsequent updates to maintenance programs where required.

Review technical queries relating to cranes, lifting and material handling equipment, evaluate modification proposals and provide operational support to Operations Engineers in all technical matters.

Support Prepare for Operations (PfO) processes throughout handover phase of project through review and approval of equipment Technical Acceptance Certificates (TAC) and Ready for Operations Certificates (RFOCs).

Support Root Cause Analysis (RCA) activities for discipline.

Support Operational Risk Assessment (ORA) activities for discipline.

Own, maintain and develop performance standards related to cranes, lifting and material handling safety critical equipment.

Deliver technical integrity evaluations though development and use of digital tools in order to contribute to overall management and visualisation of the integrity of the windfarm.

Own, maintain and develop Work Requirement (WR) documentation for discipline, ensuring lifting operations are in compliance with all applicable regulations, standards and legislation.

You

Some qualities are essential for Equinor. You identify with our values, open, collaborative, courageous and caring, which guide our decisions and help us succeed and grow. You make safety your priority and contribute to our zero-harm culture. For this position, we are also looking for-

An excellent technical understanding of cranes, lifting and material handling equipment and lifting operations, preferably from an operations and maintenance background. You'll possess extensive experience working in the cranes and lifting sector within offshore wind and / or offshore oil and gas industry.

A Bachelors Engineering degree in mechanical or electrical engineering. Extensive relevant experience may compensate for formal education.

Good working knowledge of Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations (LOLER).

Experience in writing and reviewing Lift Plans.

Previously held the role of Technical Authority (TA) or Subject Matter Expert (SME) for Lifting.

Experience with heavy lift / major component change outs.

Ability to pass (or already hold) required medical and offshore safety training. As some infrequent offshore visits to support maintenance and fault-finding activities may be required.

General information

Please attach copies of your diplomas, certificates and grades in English or a Scandinavian language. Applications submitted without necessary attachments will unfortunately not be evaluated. If you are in the process of completing a degree, please upload an official temporary transcript or other document describing subjects and grades completed to this point.

Candidates are expected to openly offer all relevant information about themselves during the recruitment process. All permanent and temporary hires will be screened against relevant sanctions lists to ensure compliance with sanctions law. Furthermore, background checks are performed on all final candidates.

As a UK employer, Equinor has a legal obligation to ensure that candidates have the right to work in the UK. If the right to work in the UK has not been established, the employment or assignment will not commence until the necessary checks have been satisfactorily completed and acceptable evidence provided. Equinor reserves the right to withdraw the offer of employment or assignment in the event that the relevant requirements are not met.

Why join us?

At Equinor, we care about each other as much as our business. That's why we offer-

Not just a job; a career. In Equinor, your development begins on day one. You will build your competence through a wide range of learning activities while being empowered to build your career across multiple disciplines and geographies. Our internal job market allows endless opportunities for development and growth within your own field or in other interesting and relevant areas for you.

Attractive rewards. We offer a comprehensive benefits package with competitive salaries, global parental leave, variable pay schemes and a share savings plan.

Wellness and work-life balance. Our employees' well-being is a priority. We recognise that for you to be the best version of yourself in the workplace, being able to collect your children, attend a class or simply enjoy social time can be invaluable. That's why we encourage you to make use of our flexible work arrangements.

An inclusive culture. We believe embracing our differences makes us stronger. For us true inclusion means being able to bring your whole self to work, and for everyone to feel accepted and valued.

For more information visit Equinor's website-

We're Equinor, an international energy company with a proud history. Formerly Statoil, we are 20,000 committed colleagues developing oil, gas, wind and solar energy in more than 30 countries worldwide. Were the largest operator in Norway, among the worlds largest offshore operators, and a growing force in renewables. Driven by our Nordic urge to explore beyond the horizon, and our dedication to safety, equality and sustainability, were building a global business on our values and the energy needs of the future.
We're the leading operator on the Norwegian continental shelf and have substantial international activities. We are engaged in exploration, development and production of oil and gas, as well as wind and solar power. We sell crude oil and are a major supplier of natural gas, with activities in processing, refining, and trading. Our activities are managed through eight business areas, staffs and support divisions, and we have operations in North and South America, Africa, Asia, Europe and Oceania, and Norway.
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