POSITION

MANAGER

CHIEF MECHANIC

JOB SPECIFICATION
Directs and coordinates activities concerned with
acquisition of automotive equipment and operation and
maintenance of automotive fleet repair and storage facilities
by performing the following duties personally or through
subordinate supervisors.

JOB DESCRIPTION
Coordinates activities of personnel conducting research
and testing program on automotive equipment considered
for acquisition based on such factors as operational
performance, costs of operation and maintenance,
operational safety, and compliance with environmental
laws and regulations.
Reviews and submits staff proposals for modifications to
vendor or manufacturer.
Directs procurement of all types of company owned and
operated automotive equipment and materials, supplies,
and parts required to maintain automotive equipment,
garages, and storage facilities.
Coordinates automotive repair and maintenance services
to obtain maximum utilization of automotive equipment
and prevent operational delays in other departments.
The Chief Mechanic shall have a good knowledge of
The Chief Mechanics overall responsibilities are, but are
mechanical parts of the rig and equipment, in particular with not necessarily limited to, the following:
drilling equipment. At least five years of experience in Jack Perform routine maintenance controls of the mechanic
up units. His/her training referred to the assignment and in
equipment and devices of the rig.
accordance to the requirements of Oil & Gas Industry to
Provides for preventive, routine and non-routine
work offshore (OPITO).
maintenance and for repairs of internal combustion
engines, pumps, compressors and drilling related
equipment of rig.
Instruct all personnel assigned to him of their duties,
their responsibilities and the necessary safety precautions
prior to startup of any work.
Ensure that all orders and instructions given in writing or
verbally are fully understood and adhered to.
Ensure that all safety routines are followed.
Ensure that no mechanical work that requires a work
permit or mechanical/electrical isolation is started until a
proper investigation has been carried out and approvals
have been given in writing.
Promptly report all accidents, near-miss accidents and
non-conformances job.
React timely to all corrective action requests.
Ensure that personnel under his supervision possess the

UNDERCHASSIS
MECHANIC

A job as a Chassis Mechanic falls under the broader career

category of Automotive Specialty Technicians.

necessary qualifications and experience to properly carry

out the work assigned to them from a
professional as
well as a safety point of view.
Attends and promote the safety meetings and have
special safety meetings with his mechanic crew whenever
necessary.
Attends all the safety drills held onboard.
Ensure good housekeeping in his/her area
Be familiar with all relevant work and safety procedures
issued by Saipem and by the Operator, and promote the
implementation of same.
Ensure that his subordinates use compulsory protective
equipment and are safety minded in their day to day work.
Be familiar with all the classification societys and the
authorities rules and regulation applicable to his area of
responsibility.
Ensures that before and maintenance activity is started, a
proper risk evaluation is carried out precautions have been
taken and Work Permit has been
signed, in case of
need.
Uses compulsory protective equipment and be safety
minded during his/her day to day work.
Familiarize himself with reporting routines regarding the
AMOS based maintenance system onboard.
Inspect vehicles for damage and record findings so that
necessary repairs can be made.
Repair or replace defective ball joint suspensions, brake
shoes, or wheel bearings.
Repair, overhaul, or adjust automobile brake systems.
Test electronic computer components in automobiles to
ensure proper operation.
Tune automobile engines to ensure proper and efficient
functioning.
Estimate costs of vehicle repair.
Repair, replace, or adjust defective fuel injectors,
carburetor parts, and gasoline filters.
Repair or replace automobile leaf springs.
Troubleshoot fuel, ignition, and emissions control
systems, using electronic testing equipment.

AUTOELECTRICAL

Automotive electricians install, maintain, identify faults and

repair electrical wiring and computer-based equipment in
motor vehicles and related equipment, such as caravans,
trailers, earthmoving equipment, mining equipment, marine
applications and agricultural equipment.

Install or repair air conditioners and service components,

such as compressors, condensers, and controls.
Replace defective mufflers and tailpipes.
Rebuild, repair, or test automotive fuel injection units.
Install, adjust, or repair hydraulic or electromagnetic
automatic lift mechanisms used to raise and lower
automobile windows, seats, and tops.
Align wheels, axles, frames, torsion bars, and steering
mechanisms of automobiles, using special alignment
equipment and wheel-balancing machines.
Repair or rebuild clutch systems.
Change spark plugs, fuel filters, air filters, and batteries in
hybrid electric vehicles.
Diagnose and replace or repair engine management
systems or related sensors for flexible fuel vehicles
(FFVs) with ignition timing, fuel rate, alcohol
concentration, or air-to-fuel ratio malfunctions.
Replace hydraulically assisted systems with electricpowered systems, such as power steering pumps or air
conditioning compressors, to improve fuel economy.
Diagnose and repair regenerative braking systems or
hydraulic systems in hybrid vehicles.
Service internal combustion engine systems for hybrid
electric vehicles.
Service or repair butane gas, ethanol, methane, or other
alternative or biofuel systems.
Conduct visual inspections of compressed natural gas fuel
systems to identify cracks, gouges, abrasions,
discoloration, broken fibers, loose brackets, damaged
gaskets, or other problems.
Service biodiesel fuel tanks for algae or sludge
accumulation by cleaning, changing filters, or adding
algaecides.
work with computer-controlled engine management
systems
service, identify and repair faults on electronically
controlled vehicle systems such as electronic fuel
injection, electronic ignition, anti-lock braking, cruise
control, automatic transmission, airbags and air

conditioning
install electrical equipment such as gauges, lighting,
alternators and starter motors in vehicles
install electrically operated accessories such as radios,
heating or demisting equipment, air conditioners, driving
lamps and anti-theft systems
refer to circuit diagrams, and use meters and test
instruments to find electrical faults
adjust engine control systems and timing to ensure
vehicles are running at peak performance
test, recondition and replace faulty alternators, generators,
starter motors and related items such as voltage regulators
and batteries
repair or replace faulty ignition, electrical wiring, fuses,
lamps and switches
use hand tools, specialised electrical tools, instruments
and machines, including drills, grinders, presses and lathes
solder or weld when repairing electrical parts
sell and install electrical parts and accessories
install, repair and service air conditioning systems.
MECHANIC

Maintains service operations by inspecting and maintaining

vehicles.

Keeps equipment available for use by inspecting and

testing vehicles; completing preventive maintenance such
as, engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotation and changes,
wheel balancing, replacing filters.
Maintains vehicle functional condition by listening to
operator complaints; conducting inspections; repairing
engine failures; repairing mechanical and electrical
systems malfunctions; replacing parts and components;
repairing body damage.
Verifies vehicle serviceability by conducting test drives;
adjusting controls and systems.
Complies with state vehicle requirements by testing
engine, safety, and combustion control standards.
Maintains vehicle appearance by cleaning, washing, and
painting.
Maintains vehicle records by recording service and
repairs.
Keeps shop equipment operating by following operating

instructions; troubleshooting breakdowns; maintaining

supplies; performing preventive maintenance; calling for
repairs.
Contains costs by using warranty; evaluating service and
parts options.
Keeps supplies ready by inventorying stock; placing
orders; verifying receipt.
Updates job knowledge by participating in educational
opportunities; reading technical publications.
Accomplishes maintenance and organization mission by
completing related results as needed.