Technical Role in Offshore Equipment Maintenance

About the job

NOV is seeking a Maintenance Engineer to work in offshore equipment maintenance at their Service Center in Kolbjørnsvik. This role involves hands-on mechanical work, technical inspections, documentation, and coordination of refurbishment activities for APL products used in offshore operations.

Responsibilities

• Perform hands-on inspection, maintenance, and refurbishment of APL mechanical components and equipment.
• Assess the condition of returned components, document inspection findings, and prepare detailed technical reports with repair recommendations.
• Coordinate refurbishment activities, including planning, material requirements, supplier follow-up, and quality control.
• Support fabrication, inspection, non-destructive testing (NDT), surface treatment, and assembly activities.
• Prepare and coordinate functional testing and Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT), including participation from customers and third-party inspectors when required.
• Maintain accurate technical documentation, including inspection reports, drawings, certificates, and refurbishment records.
• Collaborate with engineering colleagues to identify and implement necessary drawing revisions and technical updates.
• Communicate with customers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders to ensure refurbishment activities meet agreed technical, quality, and delivery requirements.

Qualifications

• A vocational qualification in mechanical trades or a bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related technical discipline.
• Practical mechanical knowledge and the ability to inspect, troubleshoot, and work directly with mechanical components.
• The ability to prepare clear, accurate technical reports and communicate inspection findings and recommendations.
• A structured and analytical approach to technical problem-solving, documentation, and task coordination.
• Good communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work across technical disciplines.
• Good English communication skills, both written and spoken.

Personal qualities

• Previous experience in mechanical maintenance, refurbishment, technical service, or after-sales operations.
• Experience coordinating technical activities, suppliers, or service projects.
• Familiarity with technical drawings and CAD software such as AutoCAD or Autodesk Inventor.
• Experience with mechanical equipment used in offshore, marine, or other industrial applications.
• Norwegian language proficiency, particularly the ability to understand technical discussions and participate in team communication.

We offer

• A varied technical role combining hands-on mechanical work with engineering-related tasks, technical documentation, and project coordination.
• Exposure to specialized offshore technology working with APL equipment and components used in offshore operations.
• Knowledge sharing and technical development by learning from experienced colleagues with extensive product knowledge and practical expertise.
• A collaborative working environment working alongside colleagues from After Sales, Service Engineering, and other technical disciplines.
• A stable, locally based position working primarily at the Service Center in Arendal with limited travel requirements.

How to apply

Apply by Tuesday, December 1, 2026.

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