Technician
Permanent position
Location will be Pair Gudang – approx. 1 hour 30 minutes from Johor, Malaysia.
The Role:
Technician is responsible for the operational service delivery all James Fisher Offshore and Onshore/onshore activities and will ensure equipment and projects are delivered in as safe, efficient and effective manner.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Conduct routine inspections and preventive maintenance.
- Carry out major repair works to diesel driven engines ( Scania,Volvo) and also fuel system repair.
- Maintain detailed records of maintenance and repair activities.
- Ensure safe working practices are carried out at all times in accordance to health and safety legislation.
- Carry out inspection of equipment and evaluate level of maintenance, repair or rebuild work required.
- Carry out all servicing, maintenance and repair work on company or client owned equipment as required and instructed.
- Prepare all equipment in readiness for relevant test procedures.
- Ensure equipment is returned in good order and fit for purpose, minimising repair costs through good servicing and reducing the risk of incurring down time through equipment failure.
- To work offsite (ad hoc) on client premises, vessel or offshore facility - commissioning, operating, maintaining and/or repairing lifting and associated equipment.
- Select suitable equipment from stock as requested.
- Spooling of umbilical and wire rope in a controlled manner as required.
- To complete all company documentation promptly and accurately, thereby creating a full auditable trail as required by the company management procedures and to maintain company QHSE accreditation.
- To always maintain a clean and safe working area.
- To ensure compliance with defined HSE policies and procedures and identify any areas for improvement.
- Ensure appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) is used in accordance with company health and safety policies.
Any other reasonably delegated responsibilities as instructed by line management within the timeframe specified in a safe and efficient manner to meet business requirement.
Key skills, knowledge and experience:
- Hold an educational or vocational qualification in Mechanical Engineering or relevant technical discipline.
- Strong hands-on experience with mechanical machinery and hydraulic system.
- Experience with Decommissioning and Controlled flow excavation is advantage.
- Able to read drawings, datasheets and check sheets.
- Strong safety awareness and site coordination skills.
- Proficiency in English both written and spoken with strong communication skills.
- Willingness to travel frequently and work away from home for extended periods.
- Eager to learn, develop professionally and maintain a quality-focused mindset
Why join us?
Competitive benefits tailored to the division.
Opportunities for career growth and visibility across the organisation.
A supportive, inclusive culture that values your ideas and contributions.
Work that truly makes a difference in safety, innovation, and global capability.
About Us:
James Fisher is a global engineering services company operating across Energy, Defence, and Maritime Transport. With a strong heritage in maritime operations, we now deliver innovative solutions in challenging environments. Our One James Fisher strategy is focused on building a unified, sustainable business within the Blue Economy, driving progress through technology, expertise, and collaboration.
With two centuries of maritime shipping and innovation, James Fisher is a trusted partner in the safe and efficient movement of the world’s critical resources. As a market leader in ship-to-ship transfer and coastal shipping, we help customers protect people, cargo and infrastructure while shaping the future of global maritime transport.
If this sounds like the ideal next step in your career, then click ‘apply’ now!
Due to the volume of applications, we receive for our vacancies, on occasion applications may close before the deadline, so please apply early to avoid disappointment.
James Fisher and Sons are committed to taking positive action on diversity and strongly encourage applications for candidates from all backgrounds. We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and recognise that our success depends on our talented and diverse workforce.