Mechanical Technician

Ashtead Technology are looking for a Mechanical Technician to join our team in Turriff and play a key role in supporting the delivery, maintenance, and readiness of heavy equipment, ensuring assets are maintained to the highest standards and available to meet operational and project requirements.

This is a hands-on role that combines technical expertise with proactive planning, fault finding, and continuous improvement. You'll be responsible for maintaining, upgrading, testing, and troubleshooting equipment while supporting day-to-day workshop activities and wider project delivery.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Carry out maintenance, refurbishment, and upgrades to assets, ensuring equipment is fit for purpose and ready for use.


• Troubleshoot and diagnose mechanical, hydraulic, and basic electrical issues, supporting effective fault resolution across the team.


• Ensure all maintenance, repair, and upgrade documentation is completed accurately and on time in line with procedures.


• Assist with FAT and function testing of diesel and electrical power packs in zoned and safe areas, as required.


• Install, assemble, and test mechanical equipment, including new build assets, in line with engineering drawings and specifications.


• Plan work proactively, ensuring materials, parts, and tooling are available to maintain workflow and avoid delays.


• Train, mentor, and support apprentices, promoting good working practices and maintaining high standards within the team.


• Monitor and maintain tools and equipment, reporting any damage, defects, or issues immediately.


• Liaise with the department supervisor to ensure work scopes are delivered in line with project requirements and timelines.
  

What experience you'll bring:

• Good Secondary Education, HNC or equivalent in Engineering is preferred or completion of a recognised engineering / trade apprenticeship.


• Experience of working in a similar workshop environment.


• Skilled in the use of hand tools and power tools.


• Knowledge of and experience working with heavy machinery is preferred.


• Self-motivated with good attention to detail and ability to use own initiative.


• A good communicator with ability to work well in a team and while under pressure.
  

Who we are:

Established in 1985, Ashtead Technology is a leading provider of subsea equipment rental solutions, advanced underwater technologies, and support services to the global offshore energy sector. With over 40 years of experience, we specialise in enabling customers to understand the subsea environment and manage offshore energy production infrastructure, including offshore wind farms and oil and gas platforms. Our offering spans the entire lifecycle of these infrastructures, with over 85% of our equipment fungible across both markets.

Headquartered in the UK, Ashtead Technology operates globally with over 600 staff and more than 30,000 assets, making us one of the largest independent rental fleets in the industry. We continue to invest in equipment and have a strong in-house engineering capability to provide the most technologically advanced solutions. Our growth, driven by strategic acquisitions and organic expansion, culminated in a successful IPO in 2021, with shares now trading on the Main Market of the London Stock Exchange.

What we can offer:

• A dynamic & collaborative team environment where your contributions are valued, and your ideas welcomed.


• A positive and inclusive company culture that fosters collaboration, creativity, and mutual respect among team members.