Workshop and Maintenance Supervisor - OSI

Job Description

The maintenance supervisor will work hand in hand with the workshop supervisor to ensure maximum efficiency. The responsibilities of both roles will be:

Key Responsibilities – Maintenance Supervisor:

1. 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.

2. 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.

3. 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.

4. 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.

5. 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.

6. 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.

7. 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.

Qualifications Required:

Education:

Diploma or Degree in:

• Mechanical Engineering
• Electrical Engineering
• Heavy Equipment / Industrial Maintenance
• Technical or trade certification accepted with strong experience.

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, mining rigs. (depending on operation).

Technical Competencies:

• 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.

Disclaimer for recruitment agencies:

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