Workshop and Maintenance Supervisor - OSI

The maintenance supervisor will work hand in hand with the workshop supervisor to ensure maximum efficiency. The responsibilities of both roles will be to maintain and optimize drilling rig operations and support continuous drilling activities.

• Maintenance Planning & Execution
  • Plan, schedule, and supervise preventive and corrective maintenance for drill rigs and associated equipment (top drives, mud pumps, draw works, engines, hydraulics, pneumatics).
  • Ensure maintenance activities minimize rig downtime and support continuous drilling operations.
  • Review maintenance histories and adjust schedules based on equipment performance and failure trends.
• Supervision & Leadership
  • Lead, coach, and supervise mechanics, electricians, and technicians assigned to the rigs.
  • Assign daily work tasks and verify job completion quality.
  • Provide on-the-job training and mentoring to improve team technical competency.
• Equipment Reliability & Troubleshooting
  • Diagnose complex mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical faults on drilling equipment.
  • Coordinate major repairs, overhauls, and component replacements.
  • Liaise with OEMs and vendors for technical support, upgrades, and warranty issues.
• Safety, Health & Environment (HSE)
  • Enforce compliance with HSE policies, company procedures, and regulatory requirements.
  • Conduct toolbox talks, job safety analyses (JSA), and risk assessments.
  • Investigate equipment-related incidents and implement corrective actions.
• Documentation & Reporting
  • Maintain accurate maintenance records, inspection logs, and spare parts usage.
  • Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly maintenance reports for rig management.
  • Support audits, inspections, and asset integrity reviews.
• Spare Parts & Cost Control
  • Manage spare parts inventory, ensuring availability of critical components.
  • Forecast maintenance budgets and control costs without compromising safety or reliability.
  • Review and approve work orders and material requisitions.
• Coordination & Communication
  • Work closely with workshop supervisor, drilling supervisors, senior department members, and HSE teams.
  • Support rig moves, commissioning, and de commissioning activities.
  • Ensure maintenance work aligns with drilling plans and operational priorities.

Diploma or degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Heavy Equipment/Industrial Maintenance is required. Technical or trade certification accepted with strong experience.

• 8-12+ years in drilling rig or heavy equipment maintenance.
• 3-5 years in a supervisory or lead role.
• Experience with land rigs, near shore rigs, and mining rigs (depending on operation).

• Diesel engines and power generation systems
• Hydraulic and pneumatic systems
• Electrical troubleshooting (AC/DC, PLC basics preferred)
• API and OEM maintenance standards
• Familiarity with CMMS systems and maintenance planning tools.
• Safety & Compliance
  • Strong understanding of Lock out / tag out (LOTO)
  • Permit to work systems
  • Hazard identification and risk management
• Leadership & Personal Skills
  • Strong leadership and decision making abilities.
  • Excellent communication skills.
  • Ability to work under pressure in remote and rotational environments.
  • High level of accountability and safety awareness.

Fugro does not accept any unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies. Acquisition to Fugro Recruitment or any Fugro employee is not appreciated.