Richard Jennings has over 30 years of experience as a mechanic, including 20 years in the armed forces and over 5 years as a rig mechanic. He has extensive qualifications and training in areas such as offshore safety, medical certification, rigging, and automotive engineering. Jennings seeks a role where he can utilize his leadership, technical, and administrative skills to manage maintenance for offshore rigs. He has a history of successful project delivery in demanding environments and conditions.
• Mechanical Engineering professional with extensive knowledge in the practical application of science and technology. Specialized in handling Marine Equipment such as Diesel Engines, Air Compressors, Hydraulics, HVAC and Boilers onboard oceangoing Merchant vessels
• 10+ years of proven track record of implementing strategies that enhance productivity and bring efficiency improvement in various machines
• Highly capable of handling health and safety regulations related to transportation of dangerous and hazardous goods such as crude oil, Chemicals, Gasoline at sea
• Possess exemplary communication and analytical skills in troubleshooting Mechanical, controls, Automation, and Electrical faults
• Expertise in providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to advice Engineers onboard about how devices, parts, equipment, structures are to be fabricated, assembled, modified, maintained and used as per Makers Requirements for Efficient operation
• Ability to inspect Diesel Engine equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other faults
• Competent engineering skills in technical , operational and Maintenance of machines such as Diesel engines, Alternators, Turbochargers, Boilers, Air compressors, Air conditioning and Refrigeration, Hydraulic Machinery, Pumps, Control systems, Electrical equipments such as Motors and Automations of equipments
• Excellent communication and presentation skills in respect to Fuel efficiency, Machinery performance, Budget controls , Inventory of spares, Meeting Energy regulation requirements, implementation of ISO and ISM standards for safe and efficient performance of a vessel
• Core Competencies:
Good knowledge of Arc Welding and fitting job
Proficient in MS Office Applications, Internet, Research, E-mail,
Familiar with AutoCAD 2010 and advanced 3D modeling IDEAS
Proficient with Industrial Risk/Hazards assessment and certified in First Aid/CPR
Good communication skills in English both written and oral with fluency in Hindi, Punjabi.
Certified to work on High Voltage( >1000v) installations as a competent Engineer
Familiar with Canadian Health and Safety Regulations and WHIMS
Proficient in survival craft and Rescue Boat for Emergency Operations
• Mechanical Engineering professional with extensive knowledge in the practical application of science and technology. Specialized in handling Marine Equipment such as Diesel Engines, Air Compressors, Hydraulics, HVAC and Boilers onboard oceangoing Merchant vessels
• 10+ years of proven track record of implementing strategies that enhance productivity and bring efficiency improvement in various machines
• Highly capable of handling health and safety regulations related to transportation of dangerous and hazardous goods such as crude oil, Chemicals, Gasoline at sea
• Possess exemplary communication and analytical skills in troubleshooting Mechanical, controls, Automation, and Electrical faults
• Expertise in providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to advice Engineers onboard about how devices, parts, equipment, structures are to be fabricated, assembled, modified, maintained and used as per Makers Requirements for Efficient operation
• Ability to inspect Diesel Engine equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other faults
• Competent engineering skills in technical , operational and Maintenance of machines such as Diesel engines, Alternators, Turbochargers, Boilers, Air compressors, Air conditioning and Refrigeration, Hydraulic Machinery, Pumps, Control systems, Electrical equipments such as Motors and Automations of equipments
• Excellent communication and presentation skills in respect to Fuel efficiency, Machinery performance, Budget controls , Inventory of spares, Meeting Energy regulation requirements, implementation of ISO and ISM standards for safe and efficient performance of a vessel
• Core Competencies:
Good knowledge of Arc Welding and fitting job
Proficient in MS Office Applications, Internet, Research, E-mail,
Familiar with AutoCAD 2010 and advanced 3D modeling IDEAS
Proficient with Industrial Risk/Hazards assessment and certified in First Aid/CPR
Good communication skills in English both written and oral with fluency in Hindi, Punjabi.
Certified to work on High Voltage( >1000v) installations as a competent Engineer
Familiar with Canadian Health and Safety Regulations and WHIMS
Proficient in survival craft and Rescue Boat for Emergency Operations
1. RICHARD JENNINGS
17 Minifie Road
Honiton
Devon
EX14 1NF
Mobile: 07704078869
E-Mail: richiej292@yahoo.co.uk
Current Role – Rig Mechanic
QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING
Basic Offshore Safety Induction and Emergency Training (BOSIET) Valid to July 2016
Offshore medical. Valid to February 2017.
ISSOW, Maximo, Flange Makeup, Basic Rigging and Lifting, Authorised Gas Tester, Safety Rep.
University Diploma in Forensic Collision Investigation
City and Guilds parts 1, 2 and 3 in Automotive Engineering
Passed several courses in leadership, management and professional development
Computer Literate, using Maximo, ISSOW, E-mails and reports daily.
7 GCE's (including Math’s and English).
Certificates and references available upon request.
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY SUMMARY
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Feb 2012 to Present. KCA Deutag. Rig Mechanic on the Murchison during decommissioning. Carrying
out planned / corrective maintenance tasks and repairs, raising Permits and Isolations and Updating
Maximo.
Oct 2012 – Feb 2013. Global Resources. Rig Mechanic with KCAD on Tiffany and Murchison.
Jun 2008 – Oct 2012. Hydrasun Ltd. Flexible hose surveyor, carrying out surveys on flexible hose
assemblies, manufacture and pressure testing of replacement hoses, fitting of assemblies on oil / gas
installations and Royal Navy Ships.
Aug 2007 – Jun 2008. MPI / Atlantic Umbrella Ltd. Contract Agency mechanic at ABRO Bovington
working on Military armoured vehicle modifications, Base Line Repairs and all Major Overhauls.
Jan 2007 – Jul 2007. Arden Ltd. Consultant Workshop Manager in South Sudan. Set up and ran a
successful workshop in South Sudan in support of a fleet of convoy escort vehicles.
Jul 2006 – Jan 2007. Pirtek Mobile Service Sales Technician. Manufacturing, repairing and fitting all
types of fluid delivery systems on site.
Jun 1984 – Jun 2006. HM Forces Army. A vehicle mechanic with experience of both armoured and
wheeled vehicle maintenance and repair. Along with Generator repairs / servicing, and a basic working
knowledge of crane / winch hydraulics.
PROFILE
A self-motivated and experienced Rig Mechanic. Previously employed in the Armed Forces, as a multi skilled
Mechanical Engineering Technician and by Hydrasun as a Flexible Hose Technician. Skilled in the optimal use
of time and resources. Capable of delivering a quality end product in a highly pressured environment. Use of
initiative and constructive input to ensure the best results and deadlines are constantly achieved. A
conscientious, driven, mature and knowledgeable individual.
2. KEY STRENGTHS
In-depth understanding of mechanics and hydraulics for fault diagnosis and modification purposes.
Proven ability in fault diagnosis, maintenance and inspection programme implementation.
Capacity to meet deadlines often under pressure and in adverse conditions.
Able to work to exacting standards.
Computer literate.
Good Customer Focus.
Verbal and written communications.
Self-motivated and able to motivate others.
Initiative and drive, problem solving and decision making.
Team player but can work equally well using own initiative.
Pragmatic and flexible approach to change.
FUNCTIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Managerial
Liaise with Senior KCAD representative and Maintenance Supervisor on timescales, access, Permit to
Work, Working at Height and Health and Safety issues.
Supervise, inspect and direct work carried out by subordinates, trainees and agency personnel.
Accept the responsibility of a position as a supervisor in charge of a team of men maintaining a highly
organised and busy maintenance / inspection programme.
Undertake the management of quality assurance, health and safety at work and environmental
protection legal requirements.
Technical
Undertake scheduled maintenance and investigate, diagnose replace adjust and apply corrective
maintenance to mechanical items, sea and potable water systems, rig air supplies and hydraulic
systems and equipment.
Carry out planned maintenance and repairs to TDS3H, Swivel, Travelling Block, Crown, Mud Pumps,
Drawworks, HPUs, BOP, Koomey Unit, Diverter, Cement Units, CAT Engine Generators, Compressors,
Shale Shakers, fuel centrifuges and 3rd
party equipment during a busy decommissioning programme.
Effect major repairs and embody modifications to Drilling equipment including hydraulic systems,
entailing identification and insertion of detailed parts, measurement of bearing free play and annual
overhauls.
The fitting of assemblies involving filing, drilling, tapping, countersinking, bending and sawing, using
either fabricated parts or parts which need to be made in metal, composite, or insulating materials.
Calibration of, set up, functionally test and adjust components, assemblies and systems for optimum
performance using precision instruments, special test equipment and mechanical devices.
Undertake the replacement of major and complex mechanical assemblies and the incorporation of in
depth Modifications.
Administration/Information
Daily use and updating of the Maximo system, ISSOW, Bluebeam and equipment Isolations.
Task planning and organisation.
As a Documents Controller, responsible for quality audits on legally binding engineering documentation,
recording and maintaining life tracking on critical engineering components.
PERSONAL INFORMATION
Married with one daughter
Driving Licence - Clean.
Health - Excellent, Physically and Mentally Fit.