Contractor - Maintenance Support Engineer

Operations & Maintenance Engineer - HVDC (Aberdeen)

Location:

Aberdeen (Hybrid – minimum 3 days in office)

Aker Solutions is looking for an Operations & Maintenance Engineer to join the team in Aberdeen, supporting the development of O&M deliverables for a major HVDC converter station and associated offshore platform.

• Provide day‑to‑day support to the Project Lead and the Operations & Maintenance Focal Point.
• Create and develop Operations & Maintenance Manuals for an HVDC converter station.
• Build Preventive Maintenance Plans (PMPs) for the HVDC offshore platform.
• Review, analyse, and comment on OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) documentation.
• Develop critical spares lists aligned with maintenance requirements.
• Work to planned schedules and provide progress updates to project leadership.
• Use maintenance software/CMMS tools to support maintenance development activities.
• Work independently while collaborating effectively within a multi‑discipline team.
• Build strong working relationships with stakeholders involved in the O&M process.
• Maintain effective communication with clients across Aker Solutions offices.
• Demonstrate strong time‑management skills in a busy project environment.
• Participate in hybrid working arrangements (3 days office‑based).
• Undertake training as required.

• 5-10 years' experience in Operations & Maintenance roles.
• Awareness of key offshore platform systems and equipment (advantageous).
• Strong O&M fundamentals, with experience in maintenance development.
• Experience with in Energy or Renewables sectors beneficial.
• Competent with Microsoft Office and able to organise meetings (Teams & face‑to‑face).
• Excellent interpersonal skills to maintain effective internal and client relationships.
• Strong communicator with the ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

• Minimum HNC in a relevant engineering discipline.

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