Mechanical Supervisor

Do you want to be a part of a forward thinking team, challenging how things are done today to find improved solutions for tomorrow? Are you energetic and driven, with real hunger to progress?

The MDL brand is centred on a unique personality that shapes us in the development of our team and guides us on how we select who should be part of it. We live Ingenious Instinct by always being open minded to ideas, whatever they are and whomever they come from. We encourage creativity and problem solving, we challenge our team, our processes and our offering to customers, and we celebrate our successes.

We are hiring a Mechanical Supervisor to join our Assets & Operations Department.

About the Role

The Mechanical Supervisor is responsible for the day-to-day supervision and coordination of mechanical and hydraulic work across MDL’s equipment fleet, including both FlexLay (FLS) and Winch & Lifting Solutions (WLS) equipment.

The role ensures that all mechanical activities within the workshop, yard, and site environments are planned, executed, and completed safely, efficiently, and in line with required standards. Working under the direction of the Principal Mechanic, the role is responsible for managing Mechanical Technicians and Apprentices, delivering work scopes, and ensuring consistent quality and readiness of equipment across new builds, refurbishments, maintenance, and mobilisation activities.

Responsibilities & Accountabilities

Mechanical & Hydraulic Work Execution

• Supervise and coordinate mechanical and hydraulic work across FLS and WLS equipment
• Ensure all work is carried out in line with drawings, procedures, and defined methods
• Oversee equipment build, assembly, maintenance, refurbishment, and reinstatement activities
• Ensure work is completed safely, efficiently, and to the required standard

Team Supervision & Task Allocation

• Supervise mechanical technicians and apprentices on a day-to-day basis
• Allocate tasks clearly, ensuring work is understood and executed correctly
• Monitor progress and ensure work is completed in line with plan
• Maintain a structured and organised working environment
• Support development of team capability through coaching and guidance
• Provide mentoring and ongoing support to Apprentices, and act as a key liaison between the Apprentice and college assessors

Planning & Coordination

• Support planning of mechanical work scopes in line with workshop schedules and priorities
• Ensure all tasks are properly prepared before execution, including tools, materials, drawings, and access
• Coordinate with electrical, fabrication, and other teams to ensure smooth delivery across scopes
• Identify and raise any issues, clashes, or gaps early

Technical Oversight & Fault Finding

• Provide hands-on technical support across mechanical and hydraulic systems
• Support fault finding, troubleshooting, and resolution of equipment issues
• Ensure problems are identified early and resolved effectively
• Provide feedback to support improvements in equipment and processes

Equipment Readiness

• Ensure mechanical completion of equipment ahead of testing, mobilisation, and deployment
• Support commissioning and testing by ensuring systems are correctly assembled and functional
• Ensure equipment is delivered in a condition suitable for operational use
• Support readiness activities across both FLS and WLS equipment

Documentation & Quality Control

• Ensure accurate completion of work packs, job cards, and test documentation
• Verify work is completed to the required standard before sign-off
• Maintain clear records of work completed, issues identified, and actions taken
• Support quality assurance processes across mechanical scopes

Workshop & Site Activities

• Support and supervise mechanical work in the workshop, yard, and onshore site environments
• Ensure lifting, handling, and mechanical operations are carried out safely and correctly
• Support site builds, installations, and surveys where required
• Maintain control and organisation of mechanical activities in all environments

Continuous Improvement

• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, quality, and execution of mechanical work
• Support implementation of better processes and working methods
• Contribute to lessons learned and improvements across the mechanical function

Quality Management System (QMS), Continuous Improvement & HSEQ

• Follow MDL Integrated Management System, Policies and Procedures
• Actively engage in the continuous improvement of process and procedures
• Actively engage in reporting of issues and lessons learned
• Maintain high standards of mechanical workmanship in line with client specifications, MDL procedures, and industry standards.
• Implement quality checks and assurance processes across mechanical scopes, including sign-off of work packs and QA records.
• Drive continuous improvement by challenging internal methods and supporting innovation in equipment build and maintenance processes.
• Lead by example in promoting a safety-first culture, ensuring that all team members are compliant with MDL's safety protocols.
• Conduct and verify risk assessments, isolations, and permit-to-work compliance before commencement of mechanical works.
• Actively engage in HSEQ training, reporting, and communication - including the authority to stop unsafe work at any time.
• To show commitment to HSEQ and to set good personal examples on HSEQ issues within their area of operation and influence. Required to report all accidents and near misses to their line manager, and to always lead by example and set high standards in all aspects of their role.
• To actively participate in all aspects of HSEQ awareness, education, training and communication. Accountable for stopping a job if perceived that it is not safe to progress for personnel or the equipment/ product, or if not adhering to MDL standards or procedures.

Work Environment

This is an onshore based role with work is primarily based in MDL premises in Gateway Business Park, Aberdeen. In our facility, tasks are frequently conducted outside and may involve substantial exposure to inclement weather conditions (heat, cold, wet, etc.).

The job holder can be subject to high noise areas and often a very dirty environment, as well as exposed to heavy tools and high pressurised equipment.

Travel to client’s offices or sites (onshore & offshore), third party vendors and other MDL locations may also be required on an ad-hoc basis.

Skills & Experience

• Time served mechanical or hydraulic qualification
• Strong hands-on experience with mechanical and hydraulic systems
• Experience working on offshore or heavy engineering equipment
• Understanding of FLS and WLS equipment (preferred but not essential)
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical and hydraulic drawings
• Experience supervising or coordinating teams (desirable)
• Strong organisational and problem-solving skills
• UK driving licence (preferred).

Personal Attributes

At MDL, your attitude is just as important as your expertise. Mechanical Supervisor must embody the following traits:

• Practical and hands-on approach
• Strong attention to detail
• Reliable and accountable
• Clear communicator
• Team-focused
• Proactive and solution-oriented
• Maintains high standards of work and behaviour.

At Maritime Developments, we believe that diversity drives innovation and success. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where all employees feel valued and supported. We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities.