Maintenance Superintendent

A Maintenance Superintendent to join our team at H&P, to be based at our offices in Aberdeen.

Job title:

Maintenance Superintendent

Contract Type:
Permanent

One Team. One Journey.

H&P recently acquired KCA Deutag, and integration is ongoing.

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At H&P, our people are our strength

Since 1920, Helmerich and Payne has been the industry’s most trusted partner in drilling productivity and reliability. As the world changes, so does our approach. We are changing the landscape of drilling by using cutting-edge rig technologies and drilling solutions to build upon a century ofsuccess, all while continuing to deliver better outcomes for our customers.

At H&P, our people are our strength. We strive to continually lead with our Core Values that enable employees to develop on their H&P Journey. We believe that doing the right thing means creating a more diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace that empowers our people to bring their authentic selves to work every day.

Some companies offer career paths. We offer a Journey of a Lifetime. Let's go far, together..

Opportunity for all

As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage applicants from all and are happy to make any reasonable adjustments you need during the recruitment process.

We value all our people and their contributions and recognise the benefits we gain from the diversity that exists amongst our teams.

What we offer

There are many benefits of working for H&P, from our competitive salaries to our challenging and exciting working environments and beyond.

• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Retired benefits
• Family leave
• Vacation leave

Application process

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Please note the vacancy will be closed when the successful candidate has been selected.

You and the role

The Maintenance Superintendent is responsible for ensuring the asset is maintained in line with the company standards. Supporting the Rig Manager(s) and maintenance personnel to ensure all routines and inspections are completed. Ensuring all changes to the asset or Rig are controlled and the associated records are updated.

Primary responsibilities

• Maintain a preventative maintenance programme in accordance with company policy.
• Ensure that all modifications or changes to the unit are recorded in line with company standards.
• Ensure maintenance routines are updated or modified where necessary.
• Plan and schedule all maintenance activities with operations management to ensure timely completion.
• Investigate all maintenance‑related failures in line with company standards.
• Systematically review rig spares and critically manage stock levels.
• Raise purchase orders for specialists prior to visits and manage them commercially.
• Conduct offshore visits as required.
• Provide specialist technical support to the unit.
• Ensure third‑party contractors adhere to standards and purchase order terms.
• Assist in the preparation of yearly rig budgets and 5‑year asset plans to support long‑term maintenance strategy.
• Track maintenance budgets and ensure costs are visible to management and maintenance teams.
• Document and share rig improvements and best practices via the corporate maintenance function.
• Ensure maintenance staff are trained and competent.
• Recruit or transfer staff in line with company procedures.
• Participate in the on‑call rota as required.

Experience

• Significant supervisory experience in the offshore drilling industry or in a drilling equipment related maintenance environment.
• Knowledge of all drilling related equipment in relation to mechanical, electrical and systems.
• Knowledge and experience of working within client owned CMMS (SAP/Maximo etc).
• Project management/rig upgrade experience is desirable.

Behaviour and Skills

• Committed to safe working practices.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral.
• Ability to work individually and as part of a team.
• Highly self-motivated, with the ability to work under pressure and on occasion outside of normal working hours.
• Well-developed problem-solving skills and techniques to identify root causes and potential solutions.
• Ability to liaise with drilling rigs’ technical teams and rig management teams.
• Ability to lead teams and liaise effectively with external parties (client, OEM, vendors, regulators etc).
• Relevant recognised trade qualification.
• Recognised engineering qualification, desirable but not essential.

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