Testing, Inspection & Certification (TIC) Wire Rope Technician (#719)

Motive Offshore Group • Houston, TX

7h

About The Position

Motive Offshore Group is hiring a Testing, Inspection & Certification (TIC) Wire Rope Technician for offshore and onshore work based in Houston, Texas. Hours vary based on the set contract. The role involves carrying out and supporting on-site inspection services, load testing client assets, and changing out products. Duties may include commissioning and operating equipment safely and competently, while communicating effectively with clients, third parties, and Motive departments.

The technician will work as part of the Motive LLC team to support safe and efficient equipment operation and successful project delivery. This includes following safety protocols, maintaining performance standards, troubleshooting equipment, and providing reliable service to clients. Work may take place offshore, onshore, and occasionally in the workshop.

The role includes opportunities to operate industry-leading equipment, work with skilled teams, and contribute to a global business operating across multiple countries. Motive describes its workplace as inclusive, collaborative, and people-centred, with opportunities for training and career development.

Requirements

• Suitable NDT certification (SNT or PCN Level II), where applicable; in-house training can be provided.
• Offshore certification.
• Experience operating machinery in accordance with the listed tasks.
• Experience with wire rope change-out and spooling services.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good communication skills.
• Ability to prioritise.
• Strong problem-solving ability and attention to detail.
• Good IT and reporting skills.
• Full, valid driving licence.

Nice To Haves

• LEEA certification.
• MRT (EMAG) training and experience.
• Mechanical and hydraulic experience, with basic knowledge of hydraulic systems and components.

Responsibilities

• Promote Motive Offshore Group’s People Values and build strong working relationships with clients, colleagues, and other stakeholders.
• Represent Motive positively at client worksites.
• Promote high standards in HSEQ procedures and best practice, and comply with company policies, procedures, standards, and regulatory obligations.
• Report accidents, incidents, near misses, and environmental concerns immediately.
• Participate in company sustainability policies and initiatives supporting Net Zero objectives.
• Attend project briefings and debriefings, client inductions and HIRA activities, and client FATs when requested.
• Complete client inductions and training, and participate in internal and external training courses as identified.
• Perform inspection services and tasks, including Wire Rope Management, EMAG, LOLER inspections, and NDT (MPI, ECT, LPI, and UT).
• Perform client asset load-testing services.
• Use Kinetic Software to produce inspection reports for customers.
• Support removal and change-out of client products, including crane wires and umbilicals.
• Take stock of equipment on arrival at the worksite and report anomalies or damage to the client, on-site Motive Technical Lead, and Operations Lead.
• Commission equipment at the worksite and perform load-test operations according to client requirements, completing required paperwork.
• Mobilise, operate, and demobilise spooling and associated equipment according to project requirements.
• Troubleshoot and resolve equipment issues onshore and offshore.
• Support equipment mobilisation and demobilisation in the workshop when required.
• Complete on-site paperwork, including post-installation checks and maintenance records.
• Complete Daily Client Service Record sheets accurately, including times and descriptions, and obtain the client’s signed approval.
• Submit project paperwork and expenses to the Operations Lead promptly after projects.

Benefits

• 28 vacation days.
• Paid time off for six holidays: New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day.
• Health insurance upon start date.
• 401(k) pension savings plan upon start date.
• Long Service Awards.
• Employee Referral Scheme.
• Regular team-building events, such as family fun days, barbecues, nights out, and volunteering with charities.
• Development opportunities, training, and opportunities to advance technical knowledge.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed