Switch to subsea with Ashtead Technology
Aberdeen
Are you fascinated by the world of subsea technology and looking to switch your career to a role within the Energy sector? If you’re ready to dive into the world of subsea technology, learn from experts, and convert your skills to the world of subsea mechanical technology, we invite you to join our Trainee Mechanical Technician programme. We will take your current skillset or trade, and apply it to our training programme which will upskill you in the world of subsea technology!
Ashtead Technology are recognised as the underwater technology experts for the global offshore industry and are engaged in operations spanning across the entire energy sector. Offering a fully integrated service capability, we provide packaged equipment solutions for our customers for various applications, water depths and deployments.
With a proven track record, Ashtead Technology has successfully served its customers’ global needs for cost-effective, precision-engineered mechanical solutions to enable the successful completion of decommissioning, inspection, maintenance and repair projects.
Joining Ashtead Technology as a Trainee Mechanical Technician will provide you with a platform to gain practical experience, develop your skills, and explore career opportunities in the company, beyond this programme.
Who should apply?
We are looking for candidates who have a background in any of the below disciplines:
- Car Mechanic
- Heavy Plant Mechanic
- Heating & Plumber Engineers
- Gas Engineers
- Hydraulic Technicians
- Service Technician
- Or previous experience with another mechanical based discipline
We will provide you with the training to become a confident and competent Mechanical Technician.
Your Qualities:
- A positive, pro-active attitude
- Curious and eager to learn
- Ready to get stuck in
- Enjoys problem solving
What we can offer
- An opportunity to transition into the energy sector, upskilling on all things subsea mechanical technology
- A range of learning experiences to develop and enhance your skills in the mechanical field
- Access to a skilled network of mentors who will provide a supportive learning environment where you can ask questions, seek guidance, mentorship and receive feedback
- Career progression in a global business with ambitious growth plans
What will your Traineeship look like?
You will start out working within our mechanical solutions workshops where you will be trained in how to test, maintain, and repair our diverse range of subsea mechanical equipment. Ensuring our assets are maintained in a state of readiness is critical to our success, and you will play a key role in delivering equipment to meet our clients’ requirements.
After developing competencies in the testing and maintenance of mechanical equipment, you may get the opportunity to attend vessel mobilisations, followed by completing your offshore survival training, then finally attending offshore trips with fellow technicians, until you are confident that you are ready to attend those trips solo.
When you’ve completed all of the above, you will be a relied upon member of the Mechanical Solutions team, and a representative of Ashtead Technology, providing superior customer service to our clients.
The process
Apply
Complete the application form below and submit your CV. The closing date for applications is Friday 17th January
Online tests
If shortlisted, you will be sent an online assessment to complete
Assessment Centre
Successful applicants will be invited to attend our Assessment Centre in February. The day will consist of a combination of tasks & activities that will test your suitability for the job
Offer
If you’re successful following the Assessment Centre, we’ll be in touch shortly after with an offer!
“At Ashtead Technology, we are committed to pushing the boundaries of what’s possible, and I am confident that our best days are ahead of us.”
Our people
Find out more about what life is like at Ashtead Technology from the people that know best, our employees.