SENIOR MECHANIC | Land drilling rig

Rotation: 35 Days On / 35 Days Off Contract Duration: Long-term – 24 Months We are looking for an experienced Senior Mechanic to lead mechanical maintenance activities on a land drilling rig, ensuring equipment reliability, operational efficiency, and safe maintenance practices. Key Responsibilities: Lead mechanical inspection, troubleshooting, repair, and preventive maintenance of rig equipment. Maintain and troubleshoot diesel engines, generators, drawworks, mud pumps, compressors, hydraulic systems, and auxiliary equipment. Identify root causes of recurring mechanical failures and implement corrective actions. Ensure maintenance activities comply with OEM recommendations and company safety procedures. Maintain accurate maintenance records, equipment histories, and spare parts inventories. Coordinate maintenance activities with the Rig Manager, Toolpusher, Electrician, and drilling crew. Supervise and mentor the Assistant Mechanic. Mandatory Requirements: Minimum 10 years of experience in a Senior Mechanic role within the drilling industry. High School Diploma / GED or equivalent. Fluent in written and spoken English. Strong hands-on experience with Caterpillar diesel engines, particularly CAT 3500 series , including drilling rig prime movers and generator packages. Specific Equipment Experience: Practical maintenance and troubleshooting experience with: Canrig TDS (Top Drive System). Canrig Power Catwalk. NOV ST-80 Iron Roughneck. Maritime Hydraulics Iron Roughneck. Cameron Type 'U' BOP. CPC BOP Closing Unit. Hydraulic control systems, pumps, accumulators, and valves. Experience with Cummins, Detroit Diesel, MTU, Volvo Penta, or similar heavy-duty diesel engines is an advantage.