Senior Mechanical Engineer

NES Fircroft are looking for a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join our Client’s dynamic team at the Wytch Farm oilfield near Corfe Castle, Wareham, Dorset. This is an initial 12 month contract with the scope to become longer term for the right individual. Mon-Fri working on site. This position has responsibility to perform senior mechanical and integrity engineering duties for static equipment, to uphold and advise on appropriate standards and actions to ensure that integrity risks are transparently managed to the lowest reasonably practicable level. A strong focus on regulatory compliance (PSSR, PSR, COMAH) and maintaining effective relationships with key internal and external stakeholders form an essential part of this role. Key Responsibilities Include: Safety OwnershipUnderstand and apply the nine Life Saving Rules to protect self and others.Promote conversations on safety, environment and risk within all lifecycle activities.Senior Asset EngineeringApproval of piping isometrics for constructionApproval of purchase specifications (valves, materials, ratings)Approval of quality packs for fabrications (review, document)Preparation of technical specifications for new static equipmentReview of ‘management of change’ (MOC) proposals that may impact on asset integrity Integrity ManagementSharing and escalating of asset risk at appropriate forumsPerform code-compliant calculations and review of third-party reports / analysesMaintaining pipeline risk assessments and preparation of annual integrity reviewsPreparation of integrity KPIs (monthly)Remote interrogation of cathodic protection system (weekly)Review and challenge of vendor reports and recommendations and follow up actionsReview and revision of controlled engineering standards Corrosion ManagementEnact defined responsibilities in accordance with site corrosion management strategyMaintain a working understanding of corrosion mechanisms applicable to the assetActively contribute to corrosion risk assessments (CRAs)Review and approval of risk-based assessments (RBAs) for asset inspectionsEndorse corrosion under insulation (CUI) inspection plan to good industry practiceInvestigate corrosion failures / events and apply lessons learnedInterrogate and approve repair methods to resolve corrosion findingsIdentify trends, changes or correlations for inspection findings that could impact on assetintegrity and considering the suitability of KPIs Qualifications & Experience Required:A Mechanical Engineering BEng/MEng degree is essentialChartered Engineer CEng or actively working towards professional membership – desirableAPI / EEMUA certifications - desirableWe are ideally looking for someone with a minimum of 8 years evidenced senior mechanical engineering experience within the oil and gas industry, but are also open to candidates with a minimum of 5 years relevant engineering experience within a related industry.A working knowledge of UK onshore safety legislative environment and applicable codes and standards for pressure equipment and pipelines.Team player, clear written and verbal communicator with the ability to build relationships quickly with internal and external stakeholders.Rigorous attention to detail in a high-hazard potential environment.Self-motivated and a solutions-focused mindset with clear ownership of duties.Ideally a technical mentor to other members of the engineering team.Valid UK driving licenseWith over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.