National Oilwell Varco

NOV is the global leader in the design and manufacturing of wireline products for slickline and electric line applications. We are seeking a Mechanical Technician to join our team in Kintore. In this role, you will be responsible for the safe and accurate assembly and testing of new K-Winch products, including wireline winches, wireline masts, and all associated accessories.

You will contribute to the continuous improvement of NOV ISE product assembly by applying established techniques, generating innovative ideas, and using creative, efficient problem-solving skills. You will work collaboratively with colleagues, providing support where required, and actively promote a strong safety culture.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Read, interpret and follow basic blueprints, diagrams, engineering drawings, specifications, bills of materials, and other written instructions or procedures to accurately assemble equipment and products.
• Manufacture hydraulic systems as per designs/procedures, ensuring the cleanliness of hydraulic systems is always maintained.
• Monitor and control materials, products or equipment to detect defects or faults.
• Support key initiatives such as on time delivery, schedule attainment, cost of quality.
• Support initiatives such as new techniques and products, purchases of new machinery.
• Action all tasks assigned to maintain high levels of target achievement as designated by Cell Leader.
• Be prepared to work a reasonable amount of overtime, as required to suit the operational demands of the business.
• Ensure product quality meets the required NOV standard whilst maintaining the required level of output.
• Highlight to the Cell Leader at the earliest opportunity any issues that may hinder or disrupt the assembly of product

Qualifications

• Time served apprenticeship (Essential)
• NC in a relevant subject (Essential)
• Higher education in a relevant subject (Desirable)

Experience

• Have a background in a mechanical based profession (Essential)
• Working knowledge within an assembly & manufacturing environment (Desirable)

Skills, training or special knowledge

• Ability to operate basic hand and power tools (Essential)
• Have an understanding of hydraulic schematics (Essential)
• Forklift and overhead crane certificates (Desirable)

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