Site Lead - Equipment (#490)

Morgan City, Louisiana, USA

Our Core Values are at the heart of who we are, and everything we do….

People.    

Planet.      

Product.

The Motive Offshore Group are committed to delivering sustainable, innovative and multisector solutions and we require highly skilled individuals, like you, to come and be part of our journey.

We have many exciting opportunities globally as we rapidly expand our reach and capabilities, in particular with the low carbon and energy transition areas. We aim to assist our clients and suppliers to join us as we move in to the more sustainable world.

Most importantly, our People are our most valuable asset here at the Motive Offshore Group and we encourage an inclusive, innovative and collaborative workplace that allows our employees & candidates to positively work towards their career potential.

About the role: 

Location: Morgan City, Louisiana

Hours: Full Time

Reporting to the Operations Lead, you will be responsible for the (de)mobilisation, preparation, servicing and maintenance of equipment being deployed onshore and offshore to Client projects.  

This role will also be responsible for the completion of and processing of mobilisation paperwork and for undertaking necessary testing, repairs and servicing of regional equipment. The Site Lead must ensure all work is carried out in compliance with relevant Health, Safety and Quality guidelines.

About the team:

As part of our growing presence in the US, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping Motive’s future in the Americas region. You’ll be one of the early key players in establishing our presence and helping us deliver exceptional service to our clients. Our small but dynamic Americas team is driven by a shared commitment to excellence and growth. With plenty of opportunities to make an impact, we’re looking for passionate individuals who thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.

And you’ll be working alongside a committed and proud Motive team in the UK and globally that want to play their part in the growth of the business and support each other daily to create a positive, values driven and hard-working professional environment.

Responsibilities:

People

• Adopting and promoting the Motive Offshore Group People Values and ensuring their use is embedded throughout day-to-day tasks and decision making.
• Ensuring regular communication with Project and Operations team.
• Liaise with other departments and individuals required to support the programme.
• Develop strong working relations with key stake-holders – Clients, colleagues etc.

Planet

• Safe operation of machinery, hand tools, lifting equipment and ensure job materials and equipment are correctly used.
• HSEQ – comply with health, safety and environmental regulations and the company’s management system. 
• Identify and use of appropriate tools and equipment.
• To be a positive ambassador for Motive Offshore Group Ltd.

Product

• Preparation and mobilisation of all equipment in accordance with the relevant procedures and scope requirements, 
• Testing and preparation of equipment including, winch wire spooling and testing, flow / pressure testing of hydraulic systems and flushing. 
• Offloading, storing and testing of equipment returned from Client projects.
• Quarantining and tagging off hire equipment in line with the Product Identification and Tagging Procedure,
• Upkeep of and completion of demobilisation paperwork including the recording of missing or damaged equipment.
• Performing and documenting inspections of demobbed equipment.
• Stocktake of major equipment and consumables, including but not limited to wire ropes, hoses, cables, fitting and spares. 
• Identifying, arranging and undertaking required repairs, recertification and maintenance of equipment pre and post project.
• Servicing and undertaking planned preventive maintenance and /or upgrades to equipment.
• Ensuring all service and maintenance records are completed and uploaded within the company IT software system
• Ability to read, understand and disseminate technical drawings and converse with the technical requirements of the task in hand. 
• Lead, with support as required, in the coordination and execution of equipment FAT’s.

Required skills / knowledge:

• Experience of maintaining and operating Motive equipment.
• Time served in a mechanical and/or hydraulic role preferred.
• Mechanical, hydraulic and electrical hook-up experience.
• Good knowledge of hydraulic components is essential.
• Forklift License preferred.
• Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team to meet deadlines.
• Experience of leading a team in a technical environment is preferred.
• Good IT skills is a must
• Ability to trouble shoot and problem solve
• The ability to build strong working relationships, internal and external to the organisation.
• Attention to detail with strong organisation skills.

What we can offer you:

Working with Motive can take you places that you might not have thought possible. We work globally, so you will have colleagues based not only in the UK, but also in Taiwan, Singapore, the UAE, Norway, Brazil and in the US. You can look forward to playing your part and working with people who support clients and projects across multiple countries across the world.

We’re incredibly proud of the development opportunities that many of our staff have benefitted from. Since we started in 2010, we’ve seen staff start as school leavers & work their way to senior positions, seen people relocate to other parts of the world with the company and have seen many of our people develop skills, receive training and advance their technical knowledge to enhance their own career, which in turn helps continuously improve and us carry out the work we provide.

How to Apply & what happens next:

You’re happy and ready to apply? Great, thank you.

You can apply by sending us a CV with any supporting documents telling us why you’d like to work with us at Motive Offshore Group.

We want to find great people and learn more about you as a person, ensuring we all have a positive recruitment journey. So please, tell us more about you, however you’d want.

Once we’ve reviewed your application, we’ll be back in touch as soon as possible to update you on the next stages of the process. If you have any questions about the role or want to chat about what life is like at Motive Offshore Group, email us at recruitment@motive-offshore.com.

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