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Mechanical Technician

Open 19d

Summary

Installs, maintains, and repairs mechanical systems and equipment in a shipyard or heavy-industrial setting, reading technical drawings and following safety protocols.

Responsibilities:

  • Installing and maintaining Mechanical systems, equipment, and devices.
  • Reading and understanding P&ID, general arrangement drawing, technical manual.
  • Repairing or replacing equipment, fixtures, and mechanical parts.
  • Troubleshooting and diagnosing issues.
  • Understand Mechanical Commissioning process and operation of machinery.
  • Identifying faults in mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
  • Ability to lift heavy components and work in challenging environments (e.g. confined spaces).
  • Analysing equipment failures and determining effective, fast repairs.
  • Good Attitude, Teamwork player. Problem-solving.
  • Strict compliance with yard HSE and safety regulations, including
  • Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures.
  • Knowing how to operate, maintain and repair machinery, using technical tools, understanding engineering principles

Requirements

  • NITEC, Higher NITEC, Diploma, or equivalent qualification in Mechanical Engineering, Marine Engineering, or a related discipline.
  • Minimum 2 years of relevant experience as a Mechanical Technician in the marine, offshore, shipyard, oil & gas, or heavy industrial sector.
  • Hands-on experience in the installation, maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting of mechanical systems, rotating equipment, and machinery.
  • Able to read and interpret P&IDs, General Arrangement (GA) drawings, mechanical drawings, technical manuals, and equipment documentation.
  • Experience in mechanical commissioning, equipment alignment, function testing, and machinery start-up activities.
  • Good understanding of mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems, including fault diagnosis and repair.
  • Knowledge of pumps, compressors, valves, engines, gearboxes, and other mechanical equipment is an advantage.
  • Skilled in using mechanical hand tools, power tools, precision measuring instruments, and maintenance equipment.
  • Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify equipment failures and carry out effective repairs.
  • Physically fit and able to lift heavy components, work at heights, and work in confined spaces when required.
  • Good understanding of HSE requirements and strict compliance with Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures and yard safety regulations.
  • Willing to work at Tuas Boulevard Yard.
  • Able to commence work on short notice or immediately preferred.

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