NES Fircroft are currently supporting a leading global provider of specialist subsea rental equipment, who are currently looking for a Trainee Survey Technician to join their Perth Operations. 

About the job

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Trainee Survey Technician to join our Perth base. The successful candidate will report to the Regional Operations Manager - AMEA and be responsible for learning how to maintain our rental equipment to ensure its ready for deployment. Initially this will be a base (onshore) role but as the candidates experience and knowledge develops there will be opportunities to support our clients with offshore operations.

The candidate will hold SSCE (or equivalent) in Maths, Science and Technology and have an ambition to learn and develop in a trainee role.

The applicant will need to demonstrate a confident “can do” attitude in a fast-paced environment and must be a team player. The applicant will need to be an excellent communicator and offer exceptional attention to detail.

Main Responsibilities:

Rental (onshore)
- Preparing and testing of equipment prior to rental and post hire.
- Function testing, software / firmware updates, cable integrity.
- Ensuring completeness of equipment against packing lists.
- Checking, inspecting and documenting equipment returned from hire.
- Visual inspection, function testing and writing technical reports.
- Identification of in-house or external repair tasks.
- Preparing all assets to ensure they are ready for delivery to clients at short notice.
- General warehouse and delivery duties.

 Mobilisations / Demobilisations (offshore)

- Checking, inspecting and documenting equipment on mobilisation.
- Setup, interface, function test on mobilisation.
- Troubleshoot to successful conclusion.
- Assist offshore survey team as required.
- Demobilise, check, inspect and document equipment prior to dispatch back to base.
- Attend Offshore training and undergo an Offshore medical.

Requirements of Role:

- Qualified to A-Level/Higher Level in maths, science and technology.
- Excellent attention to detail.
- Ability to follow procedures and processes correctly.
- High standard of QHSE in the workplace.
- Ability to work as a team taking directions.
- Ability to work independently and confidently when representing the company at client premises.
- Have a flexible and pro-active approach to working and learning.

Benefits:

- Private medical insurance, including dental and vision
- Company Pension Scheme
- Wellbeing Programme
- STR Academy

With 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.