ONE TEAM ONE MOTIVE
People make Motive what we are - they are the heart of everything we do.
We are a growth-driven company dedicated to motivating and progressing our team. We only recruit the best.
From the outset in 2010 Motive has been about people.
We are extremely proud of the sustainable growth of our company, and the talented people who make it all possible.
Our friendly, inclusive team really is the best, the work ethic and team spirit we share are amazing!
Motive is committed to recruiting only the most talented individuals, nurturing and supporting them in their careers, helping build, fine-tune and retain specialist knowledge.
We offer fulfilling careers for driven, determined people.
OUR CULTURE
01.
One Team
Our people come from a variety of backgrounds, have different areas of expertise and diverse ambitions, but all share a common mindset: One Team One Motive
02.
Staff Retention
Staff retention at Motive is high, resulting in an exceptionally knowledgable and experienced workforce that works together seamlessly, despite the fast-paced, changeable marketplace in which we operate.
03.
Next Generation
Committed to encouraging young people into the industry, we offer regular Apprenticeships enabling young employees to flourish into the next generation of industry experts.
Team Motive
As well as offering rewarding careers for our team, we believe in providing our employees with opportunities outwith the working environment to build on the already strong relationships our team has developed.
Team Motive formed organically as employees sought opportunities to come together to undertake challenges and fundraising initiatives. Since Team Motive began we have raised over £40k for various charities.
Challenges we have undertaken include:
- Edinburgh Marathon
- Erskine Fire Walk
- Illuminator Night Trail Race
- The Kiltwalk
- Strathpuffer 24-hr Mountain Bike Challenge
- Tough Mudder
We are also proud sponsors of various sports clubs and community initiatives, and in the UAE each year Motive FZE helps provide Iftar meals to almost 3,000 labourers during Ramadan.
Motive Offshore Group is immensely proud of 'Team Motive' and committed to supporting the team in all its endeavours.
Current Opportunities
Our people-centred approach has got us to where we are today. Be part of something big, be part of the Motive journey!
Our Core Values are at the heart of who we are, and everything we do….
People.
Planet.
Product.
Motive Offshore Group specialises in the design, manufacture, rental, and inspection of marine and lifting equipment and are committed to delivering sustainable, innovative and multisector solutions and we require highly skilled individuals, like you, to come and be part of our journey.
We have many exciting opportunities globally as we rapidly expand our reach and capabilities, in particular with the low carbon and energy transition areas. We aim to assist our clients and suppliers to join us as we move in to the more sustainable world.
Most importantly, our People are our most valuable asset here at the Motive Offshore Group and we encourage an inclusive, innovative and collaborative workplace that allows our employees & candidates to positively work towards their career potential.
About the role:
Location: Houston, Texas
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Thanks to our growth plans for the US and America’s regions, we are now hiring for a Sales Administrator for our Americas region.
The Sales Administrator will contribute, support and administer sales enquiries, ensuring that quotes are prepared, reviewed and issued in accordance with Client requests and internal processes. They will also ensure that internal sales system, “Salesforce”, is updated and accurate for management reference.
This role will also be responsible for sales telephone calls, emails and other correspondence in a professional manner thereby contributing to the efficient and effective coordination and processing of Sales Enquiries and Order Confirmations. The Sales Administrator role will also be asked to support general administration tasks for the region.
About the team:
Reporting into our Business Development Manager, you’ll be able to lay claim to being one of the early key players of Motive Offshore in the US & Americas, helping us define how we move forward and deliver for our clients & our people. Our small team in the US are based out of Houston and may only be a few strong, but we’re growing and want great people to be a part of that.
And you’ll be working alongside a committed and proud Motive team in the UK and globally that want to play their part in the growth of the business and support each other daily to create a positive, values driven and hard-working professional environment.
Responsibilities:
People
- Adopting and promoting the Motive Offshore Group People Values and ensuring their use is embedded throughout day-to-day tasks and decision making.
- Work closely with the regional personnel, coordinating and developing sales enquiries as necessary.
- Liaise and correspond with key stakeholders including Clients, Suppliers and other Departments in a professional manner, developing and maintaining good working relationships.
- Provide sales support to Motive Offshore personnel based overseas as required.
Planet
- Undertake training and CPD as required.
- Comply with and promote health, safety, quality and environmental regulations and policies, and the Company’s management system.
- Be a positive ambassador for Motive Offshore Group Ltd.
Product
- Organise and coordinate the registration of new enquiries into Salesforce.
- In conjunction with Business Development Manager, develop sales enquiries ensuring that Client requests are adhered to, timelines honoured and that submittals are issued to the highest of standards.
- Maintain Salesforce in relation to opportunity records and follow up sales activities and sales contacts.
- Assist opportunity owners in obtaining and recording in Salesforce customer service and satisfaction results.
- Support in the development of Motive processes, templated and procedures.
- Monitor the group info@ mailbox and allocate/forward as required.
- Execute general administration tasks on behalf of the region to support the smooth running of the department.
- Assist in the preparation of sales quotations and associated documentation, including but not limited to contract reviews and management reviews.
- Assist in the completion and maintenance of Client and Supplier approval documentation ensuring that Suppliers are onboarded and Motive registered on Client approved vendor lists.
- Attend exhibitions and sales events as required
Required skills / knowledge:
- Excellent communication skills.
- Experience of Microsoft Office packages.
- Willingness to learn.
- Good understanding of office management principles.
- Demonstrable ability to multi-task and adhere to deadlines.
- Well-organised with a customer-oriented approach.
- High attention to detail.
- Ability to work on own initiative and as part of team.
- Good presentation skills.
- Ability to manage own time effectively.
What we can offer you:
Alongside the benefits below, working with Motive can take you places that you might not have thought possible. Every region we operate in, bring their own wonderful cultures & ways of working. And as a global business, you will become colleagues with people not only in the UK, but also in Taiwan, Singapore, the UAE, Norway, Brazil and in the US. You can look forward to becoming part of our people-centred approach that sees us work closely together, supporting clients and projects in multiple countries across the world.
People are at the heart of everything we do and we’re incredibly proud of the development opportunities that many of our staff have benefitted from. Since we started in 2010, we’ve seen school leavers work their way to senior positions, people relocate to other parts of the world and countless colleagues develop skills, receive training and advance their technical knowledge to enhance their own career, which in turn helps us continuously improve as a business, an employer and carry out the services we have become renowned for. At Motive, we believe in growing together. We are One Team, One Motive, and your journey is part of our shared success.
Alongside this, you’ll get:
- 28 Vacation Days
- In addition, you also get paid time off for the following 6 holidays:
- New Years Day
- Memorial Day
- Independence Day
- Labor Day
- Thanksgiving Day
- Christmas Day
- Health Insurance upon start date
- 401K Pension savings plan upon start date
- Long Service Awards
- Employee Referral Scheme
- Regular Team Building Events – such as family fun days, BBQs, nights out, volunteering with charities...
How to Apply & what happens next:
You’re happy and ready to apply? Great, thank you.
You can apply by sending us a Resume with any supporting documents telling us why you’d like to work with us at Motive Offshore Group.
We want to find great people and learn more about you as a person, ensuring we all have a positive recruitment journey. So please, tell us more about you, however you’d want.
Once we’ve reviewed your application, we’ll be back in touch as soon as possible to update you on the next stages of the process. If you have any questions about the role or want to chat about what life is like at Motive Offshore Group, email us at recruitment@motive-offshore.com.
Our Core Values are at the heart of who we are, and everything we do….
People.
Planet.
Product.
Motive Offshore Group specialises in the design, manufacture, rental, and inspection of marine and lifting equipment and are committed to delivering sustainable, innovative and multisector solutions and we require highly skilled individuals, like you, to come and be part of our journey.
We have many exciting opportunities globally as we rapidly expand our reach and capabilities, in particular with the low carbon and energy transition areas. We aim to assist our clients and suppliers to join us as we move in to the more sustainable world.
Most importantly, our People are our most valuable asset here at the Motive Offshore Group and we encourage an inclusive, innovative and collaborative workplace that allows our employees & candidates to positively work towards their career potential.
About the role:
Location: Banff, Aberdeenshire
Hours: 40 hours per week
As a Welder/Fabricator, you will play a key role in the smooth running of production, working efficiently and competently to ensure that tasks are completed as per the company Work in Progress (WIP) List. The post holder will ensure products are manufactured efficiently and ensure all work is carried out in compliance with relevant Health and Safety guidelines.
About the team:
As a part of our Manufacturing team, you’ll become part of a hardworking, and skilled team who are always working to high standards and specifications. You will be supported by our Fabrication Chargehand, and have a team of skilled Welder/Fabricators working alongside you, whose goal, much like your own, will be to enable a quick and safe turn-around of equipment.
And you’ll be working alongside a committed and proud Motive team in the UK and globally that want to play their part in the growth of the business and support each other daily to create a positive, values driven and hard-working professional environment.
Responsibilities:
People
- Adopting the Motive Offshore Group People Values and ensuring their use is embedded throughout day-to-day tasks and decision making.
- Communicate with other department within operations.
- Develop strong working relations with key stake-holders – clients, colleagues etc.
Planet
- To be a positive ambassador for Motive Offshore Group Ltd.
- Safe operation of machinery, hand tools, lifting equipment and ensure job materials and equipment are correctly used.
- HSEQ – compliance with health, safety and environmental regulations, and the company’s management system.
Product
- Set up, lay out and tack up various weldments within tolerances stated in production drawings.
- To undertake MIG, Flux core welding according to production drawing.
- Carry out cosmetic finishes as required.
- To work in accordance with instructions and approved codes of practice.
- Raise requisition for consumable items and any other shortfall materials.
Required skills / knowledge:
- Time served welder with relevant years’ experience.
- Ability to prioritise workload.
- The ability to influence and communicate effectively with all levels of staff.
- The ability to build strong working relationships, internal and external to the organisation.
- Well-developed coaching and leadership skills, both on a formal and informal basis.
- Strong organisation skills.
- Good judgement and decision making skills.
- Ability to read, understand and disseminate technical drawings and converse with the technical requirements of the task in hand.
What we can offer you:
Alongside the benefits below, working with Motive can take you places that you might not have thought possible. Every region we operate in, bring their own wonderful cultures & ways of working. And as a global business, you will become colleagues with people not only in the UK, but also in Taiwan, Singapore, the UAE, Norway, Brazil and in the US. You can look forward to becoming part of our people-centred approach that sees us work closely together, supporting clients and projects in multiple countries across the world.
People are at the heart of everything we do and we’re incredibly proud of the development opportunities that many of our staff have benefitted from. Since we started in 2010, we’ve seen school leavers work their way to senior positions, people relocate to other parts of the world and countless colleagues develop skills, receive training and advance their technical knowledge to enhance their own career, which in turn helps us continuously improve as a business, an employer and carry out the services we have become renowned for. At Motive, we believe in growing together. We are One Team, One Motive, and your journey is part of our shared success.
Alongside this, you'll get:
(* Received upon successful completion of probation)
- 34 days holiday per annum
- Employer Pension contribution
- Life Assurance equal to 3 x salary
- Healthcare Cash Plan
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Long Service Awards
- Motive Retail Discount/Reward Scheme*
- Gym Membership*
- Electric Car Scheme*
- Cycle to Work Scheme*
- Reduced membership of Costco card
- Employee Referral Scheme
- Regular Team Building Events – such as family fun days, BBQs, nights out, volunteering with charities...
- Paid Volunteer Days
How to Apply & what happens next:
You’re happy and ready to apply? Great, thank you.
You can apply by sending us a CV with any supporting documents telling us why you’d like to work with us at Motive Offshore Group.
We want to find great people and learn more about you as a person, ensuring we all have a positive recruitment journey. So please, tell us more about you, however you’d want.
Once we’ve reviewed your application, we’ll be back in touch as soon as possible to update you on the next stages of the process. If you have any questions about the role or want to chat about what life is like at Motive Offshore Group, email us at recruitment@motive-offshore.com.
Our Core Values are at the heart of who we are, and everything we do….
People.
Planet.
Product.
The Motive Offshore Group are committed to delivering sustainable, innovative and multisector solutions and we require highly skilled individuals, like you, to come and be part of our journey.
We have many exciting opportunities globally as we rapidly expand our reach and capabilities, in particular with the low carbon and energy transition areas. We aim to assist our clients and suppliers to join us as we move into the more sustainable world.
Most importantly, our People are our most valuable asset here at the Motive Offshore Group and we encourage an inclusive, innovative and collaborative workplace that allows our employees & candidates to positively work towards their career potential.
About the role:
Location: Aberdeenshire
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
The Technical Sales Manager will be an integral part of the sales team and is key to the success of Motive Offshore Groups’ business goals.
As Technical Sales Manager for Motive, you will carry out sales activities on assigned clients and also generate and qualify sales leads to meet company objectives. They will ensure customer satisfaction is in accordance with the Motive Offshore Quality Management System.
Motive’s reputation is built on strong relationships and service with our clients. As the Technical Sales Manager, you’ll be partnering with key customers across multiple sectors across the Energy industry. By being the focal point, you’ll have the responsibility of advising on technical solutions and components, bringing to life the project requirement and being the one that drives efficiency internally & externally. You’ll be involved in high value and volume projects globally, so there will be no shortage of impact and appreciation of your efforts.
About the team:
You’ll be joining the European Sales team, who, like you, will come with a passion for sales & delivering for the customer. The team is focused on ensuring the best standard of service is provided to our clients, and know that to do that, working closely with our team internally, is vital.
Reporting into Ryan, our European Sales Manager, you’ll be working alongside a team of Technical Sales Managers & Sales Coordinators, as well as communicating daily with our manufacturing, rentals and projects teams to deliver what’s required with first class customer service.
And you’ll be working alongside a committed and proud Motive team in the UK and globally that want to play their part in the growth of the business and support each other daily to create a positive, values driven and hard-working professional environment.
Responsibilities:
People
- Adopting and promoting the Motive Offshore Group People Values and ensuring their use is embedded throughout day-to-day tasks and decision making.
- Develop strong working relations with key stake-holders – clients, colleagues etc.
- Support Sales Administration team when necessary.
- To be a positive ambassador for Motive Offshore Group Ltd.
Planet
- Adhere to and participate in company-wide sustainability policies, procedures and initiatives as they are developed to support our Net Zero objectives.
Product
- Support and assist the European Region Sales Manager in achieving Motives annual sales revenue targets/budgets.
- Provide technical guidance and support to customers during product evaluation, selection, and specification(s).
- Assist fellow members of the sales team with any technical requirements relating to their respective enquiries/opportunities.
- Visit clients face to face to discuss technical and commercial ongoing leads.
- Be responsible for handling rental and sales enquiries/opportunities.
- Carry out quality checks on the product and service delivery at the end of the project, as per the customer satisfaction management procedure.
- Read and understand technical drawings associated with the Motive Offshore Group Ltd product offering.
- Make technical presentations and demonstrate how a product/service meets clients’ needs.
- Manage and interpret customer requirements.
- Liaise and collaborate with all relevant departments within Motive regarding bespoke equipment enquiries when required.
- Develop and maintain the customer sales database as per departmental procedures.
- Work in conjunction with the Marketing/PR department to develop and maintain sales activities.
- Attend exhibitions and sales events as required.
- Monitor competitors market conditions and productive development to provide market intelligence and forecast information.
- Monitor and track sales project(s), deliverables, schedule, budget.
- Target and develop client base to generate growth in sales revenue and margin thorough contractual and new business wins.
- Carry out sales visits to existing clients and/or potential clients where applicable.
- Engage in any other reasonable activity as requested by the management
- Promote environmentally responsible practices, such as waste reduction, energy efficiency, and proper disposal of hazardous materials, to minimise the environmental impact of production activities
- HSEQ – compliance with health, safety and environmental regulations, and the company’s management system.
- Carry out quality checks on the product and service delivery at the end of the project, as per the Customer Satisfaction Management Procedure.
Required skills / knowledge:
- Experience of working with Manufacturing, Rentals or Cable Handling solutions within the Offshore and Energy industries.
- Strong knowledge of the principles and practices of sales.
- Ability to achieve targets.
- Good negotiator, with an innovative approach.
- Strong understanding of customer and market dynamics/requirements.
- Confident to communicate with all levels of the organisations.
- Good presentation skills.
- Ability to build strong working relationships, internal and external to the organisation.
- Good computer literacy.
- Team player.
What we can offer you:
Alongside the benefits below, working with Motive can take you places that you might not have thought possible. We work globally, so you will have colleagues based not only in the UK, but also in Singapore, Taiwan, the UAE, Norway, Brazil and in the US. You can look forward to playing your part and working with people who support clients and projects across multiple countries across the world.
We’re incredibly proud of the development opportunities that many of our staff have benefitted from. Since we started in 2010, we’ve seen staff start as school leavers & work their way to senior positions, seen people relocate to other parts of the world with the company and have seen many of our people develop skills, receive training and advance their technical knowledge to enhance their own career, which in turn helps continuously improve and us carry out the work we provide.
Alongside this, you'll get:
(* Received upon successful completion of probation)
- 34 days holiday per annum
- Employer Pension contribution
- Life Assurance equal to 3 x salary
- Healthcare Cash Plan
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Long Service Awards
- Motive Retail Discount/Reward Scheme*
- Gym Membership*
- Electric Car Scheme*
- Cycle to Work Scheme*
- Reduced membership of Costco card
- Employee Referral Scheme
- Regular Team Building Events – such as family fun days, BBQs, nights out, volunteering with charities...
- Paid Volunteer Days
How to Apply & what happens next:
You’re happy and ready to apply? Great, thank you.
You can apply by sending us a Resume with any supporting documents telling us why you’d like to work with us at Motive Offshore Group.
We want to find great people and learn more about you as a person, ensuring we all have a positive recruitment journey. So please, tell us more about you, however you’d want.
Once we’ve reviewed your application, we’ll be back in touch as soon as possible to update you on the next stages of the process. If you have any questions about the role or want to chat about what life is like at Motive Offshore Group, email us at recruitment@motive-offshore.com.
Our Core Values are at the heart of who we are, and everything we do….
People.
Planet.
Product.
Motive Offshore Group specialises in the design, manufacture, rental, and inspection of marine and lifting equipment and are committed to delivering sustainable, innovative and multisector solutions and we require highly skilled individuals, like you, to come and be part of our journey.
We have many exciting opportunities globally as we rapidly expand our reach and capabilities, in particular with the low carbon and energy transition areas. We aim to assist our clients and suppliers to join us as we move into the more sustainable world.
Most importantly, our People are our most valuable asset here at the Motive Offshore Group. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, innovative, and collaborative workplace where everyone feels respected, supported, and empowered to achieve their full potential. We celebrate diversity in all its forms—across race, ethnicity, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion, and background—and we are dedicated to creating a culture of equity and belonging. Our hiring practices are rooted in fairness and integrity, focusing solely on an individual’s abilities, contributions, and potential. We strive to ensure that every employee and candidate feels seen, heard, and valued as they grow with us.
About the role:
Location: Global
Hours: Offshore Contract
As Lead Equipment Operator, your role will be to commission and operate equipment in a competent and professional manner, communicating effectively with the client and Operations Department at all times.
The Lead Equipment Operator will ensure products are operated efficiently, within the allocated scope of works and equipment operational limits. They will ensure all work is carried out in compliance with relevant HSEQ guidelines.
The work our Offshore team do is where everything we do, comes together. From the Manufacturing to Sales, Logistics to Finance, it all comes to fruition when you and your team are operating the equipment based on the project requirements. You’ll be the one responsible for the safe & efficient use of our equipment, and as Lead Operator, both your team, clients and subcontractors will look to you for support, guidance and expertise.
About the team:
You’ll be joining a hardworking and skilled team, who are used to working to high standards specifications of work. As part of our team of offshore Equipment Operators, you’ll be supported by our Personnel Logistics Manager and our projects for the UK & Europe.
And you’ll be working alongside a committed and proud Motive team in the UK and globally that want to play their part in the growth of the business and support each other daily to create a positive, values driven and hard-working professional environment.
Responsibilities:
People
- Adopting and promoting the Motive Offshore Group People Values and ensuring their use is embedded throughout day-to-day tasks and decision making.
- Develop strong working relations with key stake-holders – clients, colleagues etc
- Provides guidance and mentoring to other Equipment Operators
- Provide supervision to other Equipment Operators when required
- To ensure client assistance and satisfaction at all times
- To liaise and build rapport with the client whilst at the worksite.
Planet
- Immediately report all accidents, incidents, near misses or environmental concerns
- Adhere to and participate in company-wide sustainability policies, procedures and initiatives as they are developed to support our Net Zero objectives.
Product
- Ensures the safe and efficient mobilisation, installation and demobilisation of equipment
- Ensures equipment is correctly prepared and ready on time to meet Client or Company requirements
- Stocktake equipment on arrival at worksite, communicating any anomalies and or damage to the client and Company
- Commission equipment at worksite and perform load test operations as per the clients’ requirements, completing all necessary paperwork.
- Operate equipment as per clients’ instructions, ensuring all daily checks and paperwork are completed.
- Complete required onsite paperwork such as post installation checks & maintenance records.
- Complete DCSR sheets in full, with accurate times and descriptions including any observations, delays, damages, daily activities obtaining signed approval from the client.
- Demobilise equipment at the worksite and prepare for shipping, completing any necessary cargo manifests.
- Trouble shoot equipment breakdowns, investigate and rectify
- Hand in project paperwork and expenses in a timely manner post project.
- Engage in any other reasonable activity as requested by Management
- To attend project briefings & de-briefings.
- To attend client inductions/HIRA’s as and when required.
- To complete online client inductions and training as and when required.
- To participate in internal and external training courses where identified.
- Attend client FAT’s when requested.
Required skills / knowledge:
- Offshore certification Including OGUK survival, applicable medical or seamans health certificate
- Mechanical / Engineering Trade.
- Relevant years experience operating machinery in offshore industry
- Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team.
- Good communication skills.
- Ability to prioritise
What we can offer you:
Alongside the benefits below, working with Motive can take you places that you might not have thought possible. Every region we operate in, bring their own wonderful cultures & ways of working. And as a global business, you will become colleagues with people not only in the UK, but also in Taiwan, Singapore, the UAE, Norway, Brazil and in the US. You can look forward to becoming part of our people-centred approach that sees us work closely together, supporting clients and projects in multiple countries across the world.
People are at the heart of everything we do and we’re incredibly proud of the development opportunities that many of our staff have benefitted from. Since we started in 2010, we’ve seen school leavers work their way to senior positions, people relocate to other parts of the world and countless colleagues develop skills, receive training and advance their technical knowledge to enhance their own career, which in turn helps us continuously improve as a business, an employer and carry out the services we have become renowned for. At Motive, we believe in growing together. We are One Team, One Motive, and your journey is part of our shared success.
Alongside this, you'll get:
(* Received upon successful completion of probation)
- 34 days holiday per annum
- Employer Pension contribution
- Life Assurance equal to 3 x salary
- Healthcare Cash Plan
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Long Service Awards
- Motive Retail Discount/Reward Scheme*
- Gym Membership*
- Electric Car Scheme*
- Cycle to Work Scheme*
- Reduced membership of Costco card
- Employee Referral Scheme
- Regular Team Building Events – such as family fun days, BBQs, nights out, volunteering with charities...
- Paid Volunteer Days
How to Apply & what happens next:
You’re happy and ready to apply? Great, thank you.
You can apply by sending us a Resume with any supporting documents telling us why you’d like to work with us at Motive Offshore Group.
We want to find great people and learn more about you as a person, ensuring we all have a positive recruitment journey. So please, tell us more about you, however you’d want.
Once we’ve reviewed your application, we’ll be back in touch as soon as possible to update you on the next stages of the process. If you have any questions about the role or want to chat about what life is like at Motive Offshore Group, email us at recruitment@motive-offshore.com.
Our Core Values are at the heart of who we are, and everything we do….
People.
Planet.
Product.
Motive Offshore Group specialises in the design, manufacture, rental, and inspection of marine and lifting equipment and are committed to delivering sustainable, innovative and multisector solutions and we require highly skilled individuals, like you, to come and be part of our journey.
We have many exciting opportunities globally as we rapidly expand our reach and capabilities, in particular with the low carbon and energy transition areas. We aim to assist our clients and suppliers to join us as we move into the more sustainable world.
Most importantly, our People are our most valuable asset here at the Motive Offshore Group. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, innovative, and collaborative workplace where everyone feels respected, supported, and empowered to achieve their full potential. We celebrate diversity in all its forms—across race, ethnicity, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion, and background—and we are dedicated to creating a culture of equity and belonging. Our hiring practices are rooted in fairness and integrity, focusing solely on an individual’s abilities, contributions, and potential. We strive to ensure that every employee and candidate feels seen, heard, and valued as they grow with us.
About the role:
Location: Stavanger
Hours: Fulltime
The Subsea Engineer will be responsible for assisting in the planning and execution of both onshore and offshore operations in accordance with the project’s Scope of Work. The primary purpose of this role is to ensure that all operations are carried out safely and efficiently, and that all tasks are managed to achieve successful project outcomes.
You will become part of a fast-growing, values-driven company where your contribution truly matters. You’ll gain hands-on experience in both onshore and offshore operations, with opportunities for professional development, career progression, and exposure to diverse, global projects. At Motive, we invest in our people, offering a workplace where your growth is encouraged, your voice is heard, and your success is shared.
About the team:
You’ll be joining our Motive team, who are mainly based in Stavanger. Over the past few years, this team has grown significantly as Motive continues to expand, and our intention is to continue this. Reporting into Subsea Manager Norway, you’ll be working alongside an operations team that strive for high quality service of work.
You will also be working alongside a committed and proud Motive team globally that want to play their part in the growth of the business and support each other daily to create a positive, values driven and hard-working professional environment.
Responsibilities:
People
- Adopt and promote the Motive Offshore Group People Values and ensuring their use is embedded throughout.
- Develop strong working relations with key stake-holders – clients, colleagues etc
- Attendance at client meetings, as well as showing company presence within client organisations, as required
Planet
- Lead by example in setting the highest possible standards in the promotion of People Values, HSEQ procedures and best practice, ensuring compliance to the Motive Offshore Group HSEQ Policy, procedures, standards and regulatory obligations.
- Immediately report all accidents, incidents, near misses or environmental concerns
- Adhere to and participate in company-wide sustainability policies, procedures and initiatives as they are developed to support our Net Zero objectives.
Product
- To assure the safety, legal compliance and quality of design operations within the Motive Offshore Group through the implementation and by continuous improvement of performance standards, procedures, guidance, training and workforce capability & competence
- To review, update processes and procedures as applicable
- To establish and maintain consistent and legally compliant performance standards and guidance for the Motive group
- Organising hire of approved subcontractors in line with control of Subcontractor Procedures
- Production of reports as and when requested
- Maintaining and controlling jobs and information within the Kinetic Software system
- Analyse and interpret data, manuals and other information to determine specifications and relevant inspection and test procedures
- Demonstrate adherence to governing procedures and work instructions
- Participate in creation/review of procedures and documentation
- Participate in EFAT's and SIT’s
- Planning and onshore support of offshore operation, vessel and rig
- Participate in planning/follow-up of Mobilisation and Demob activities
- Promote and ensure compliance to company and regulatory EHS requirements & expectations at all time
- Promote and ensure compliance to company and regulatory Quality management systems at all times
- Compile Final Documentation, for offshore operations
- Identify variation in Scope of Work
- Identifying and reporting of recognised improvement potentials.
- Participate in onshore / offshore works
- Have an understanding of Subsea Control System architecture
- Have an understanding of installation drivers and constraints for Umbilical and Production Control Systems
- Be competent in the management of Umbilical and Production Controls, ensuring products are delivered to agreed technical specifications, on time and within budget
- Plan and supervise offshore diagnostics testing and installation, attending offshore worksites as appropriate.
- Write engineering reports, prepare schedules and develop cost estimates
- Provide Technical Package Management support for procurement of Umbilical and Production Control Systems
- Ensure compliance with project specifications
- Ensure all relevant safety objectives and legal requirements are observed
- Prepare design specifications
- Provide manufacture, testing and commissioning support
- Provide Installation, commissioning, start-up and operational support
Required skills / knowledge:
- Planning and Operational knowledge
- Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team.
- Strong language and communication skills in English.
- Ability to prioritise workload
- Ability to cooperation across of levels
- Ability to work independently and gain progress in work is important.
- Technical understanding and interest
- Preferred knowledge of offshore and subsea operations
- Offshore certifications in place.
- Degree in Engineering or relevant experience i.e. Mechanical Engineering, Marine Technology, Technical institute graduate, certificate of apprenticeship with experience.
- Preferred knowledge and experience within engineering, project planning, risk management.
- Experience from project coordination
- Proven ability to deliver results
What we can offer you:
Alongside the benefits below, working with Motive can take you places that you might not have thought possible. Every region we operate in, bring their own wonderful cultures & ways of working. And as a global business, you will become colleagues with people not only in the UK, but also in Taiwan, Singapore, the UAE, Norway, Brazil and in the US. You can look forward to becoming part of our people-centred approach that sees us work closely together, supporting clients and projects in multiple countries across the world.
People are at the heart of everything we do and we’re incredibly proud of the development opportunities that many of our staff have benefitted from. Since we started in 2010, we’ve seen school leavers work their way to senior positions, people relocate to other parts of the world and countless colleagues develop skills, receive training and advance their technical knowledge to enhance their own career, which in turn helps us continuously improve as a business, an employer and carry out the services we have become renowned for. At Motive, we believe in growing together. We are One Team, One Motive, and your journey is part of our shared success.
Alongside this, you'll get:
- Feriepenger (Holiday Pay)
- Private Treatment Insurance
- Long Service Awards
- Employee Referral Scheme
- Regular Team Building Events – such as family fun days, BBQs, nights out, volunteering with charities...
- Paid Volunteer Days
How to Apply & what happens next:
You’re happy and ready to apply? Great, thank you.
You can apply by sending us a Resume with any supporting documents telling us why you’d like to work with us at Motive Offshore Group.
We want to find great people and learn more about you as a person, ensuring we all have a positive recruitment journey. So please, tell us more about you, however you’d want.
Once we’ve reviewed your application, we’ll be back in touch as soon as possible to update you on the next stages of the process. If you have any questions about the role or want to chat about what life is like at Motive Offshore Group, email us at recruitment@motive-offshore.com.
Our Core Values are at the heart of who we are, and everything we do….
People.
Planet.
Product.
Motive Offshore Group specialises in the design, manufacture, rental, and inspection of marine and lifting equipment and are committed to delivering sustainable, innovative and multisector solutions and we require highly skilled individuals, like you, to come and be part of our journey.
We have many exciting opportunities globally as we rapidly expand our reach and capabilities, in particular with the low carbon and energy transition areas. We aim to assist our clients and suppliers to join us as we move into the more sustainable world.
Most importantly, our People are our most valuable asset here at the Motive Offshore Group. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, innovative, and collaborative workplace where everyone feels respected, supported, and empowered to achieve their full potential. We celebrate diversity in all its forms—across race, ethnicity, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion, and background—and we are dedicated to creating a culture of equity and belonging. Our hiring practices are rooted in fairness and integrity, focusing solely on an individual’s abilities, contributions, and potential. We strive to ensure that every employee and candidate feels seen, heard, and valued as they grow with us.
About the role:
Location: Boyndie, Banff
Hours: Full-time
The Hydraulic Technician will inspect, repair, assemble and test hydraulic equipment as required in accordance with company procedures. They will undertake a variety of tasks that involve the manufacture and maintenance of hydraulic systems. The post holder will ensure products are manufactured efficiently, within the allocated delivery schedule as per operational planner and ensure all work is carried out in compliance with relevant Health and Safety guidelines.
As a Hydraulic Technician for Motive, you'll become part of a team that has a significant impact on what we do as a business globally. The work you do ensures our Equipment runs safely and the key responsibilities you will have every day will see you become involved in some key projects for our clients. We believe the way we work and the variety of services we provide will keep you challenged and see you develop, consistently
About the team:
As a part of our Manufacturing team, you’ll become part of a hardworking, and skilled team who are always working to high standards and specifications. You will be supported by our Hydraulic Chargehand, and have a team of skilled Hydraulic Technicians working alongside you, whose goal, much like your own, will be to enable a quick and safe turn-around of equipment.
And you’ll be working alongside a committed and proud Motive team in the UK and globally that want to play their part in the growth of the business and support each other daily to create a positive, values driven and hard-working professional environment.
Responsibilities:
People
- Adopting the Motive Offshore Group People Values and ensuring their use is embedded throughout day-to-day tasks and decision making.
- Develop strong working relations with key stake-holders – clients, colleagues etc.
- Liaising and building relationship with the client whilst at the worksite.
Planet
- Adhere to and promote Motive's sustainability initiatives, contributing to Net Zero objectives
- HSEQ – compliance with health, safety and environmental regulations, and the company’s management system.
- Adherence to client safe working practices and quality assurance systems
- To be a positive ambassador for Motive Offshore Group Ltd.
Product
- Assist with troubleshooting on, mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
- Inspect and overhaul valves, motors, pumps and other hydraulic components.
- Continually demonstrate safe operation of hydraulic test equipment.
- Maintain housekeeping in workshop. Ensure all work areas are clean and tidy including company transport.
- Safe operation of machinery, hand tools, lifting equipment and ensure job materials and equipment are correctly used.
- Learn to understand assembly drawings complete with bills of material and hydraulic schematics.
- Report any problems that have occurred or any questions that you may have to the Production Manager.
Required skills / knowledge:
- Clean driving license.
- Time served/significant experience in a hydraulic technician role.
- Proficient in stainless steel tube bending is desirable.
- Hydraulic fault finding & diagnosis would be advantageous.
- Fault diagnosis skills
- HNC (or equivalent) in engineering trade or relevant trade experience.
- Good time management.
- Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team.
- Good communication skills.
- Ability to prioritise.
- Understanding of processes.
- Excellent attention to detail.
- Self-motivated and confident.
What we can offer you:
Alongside the benefits below, working with Motive can take you places that you might not have thought possible. Every region we operate in, bring their own wonderful cultures & ways of working. And as a global business, you will become colleagues with people not only in the UK, but also in Taiwan, Singapore, the UAE, Norway, Brazil and in the US. You can look forward to becoming part of our people-centred approach that sees us work closely together, supporting clients and projects in multiple countries across the world.
People are at the heart of everything we do and we’re incredibly proud of the development opportunities that many of our staff have benefitted from. Since we started in 2010, we’ve seen school leavers work their way to senior positions, people relocate to other parts of the world and countless colleagues develop skills, receive training and advance their technical knowledge to enhance their own career, which in turn helps us continuously improve as a business, an employer and carry out the services we have become renowned for. At Motive, we believe in growing together. We are One Team, One Motive, and your journey is part of our shared success.
Alongside this, you'll get:
(* Received upon successful completion of probation)
- Professional qualification study support
- 34 days holiday per annum
- Employer Pension contribution
- Life Assurance equal to 3 x salary
- Healthcare Cash Plan
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Long Service Awards
- Motive Retail Discount/Reward Scheme*
- Gym Membership*
- Electric Car Scheme*
- Cycle to Work Scheme*
- Reduced membership of Costco card
- Employee Referral Scheme
- Regular Team Building Events – such as family fun days, BBQs, nights out, volunteering with charities...
- Paid Volunteer Days
How to Apply & what happens next:
You’re happy and ready to apply? Great, thank you.
You can apply by sending us a CV with any supporting documents telling us why you’d like to work with us at the Motive Offshore Group.
We want to find great people and learn more about you as a person, ensuring we all have a positive recruitment journey. So please, tell us more about you, however you’d want.
Once we’ve reviewed your application, we’ll be back in touch as soon as possible to update you on the next stages of the process. If you have any questions about the role or want to chat about what life is like at the Motive Offshore Group, email us at recruitment@motive-offshore.com .
Our Core Values are at the heart of who we are, and everything we do….
People.
Planet.
Product.
Motive Offshore Group specialises in the design, manufacture, rental, and inspection of marine and lifting equipment and are committed to delivering sustainable, innovative and multisector solutions and we require highly skilled individuals, like you, to come and be part of our journey.
We have many exciting opportunities globally as we rapidly expand our reach and capabilities, in particular with the low carbon and energy transition areas. We aim to assist our clients and suppliers to join us as we move into the more sustainable world.
Most importantly, our People are our most valuable asset here at the Motive Offshore Group. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, innovative, and collaborative workplace where everyone feels respected, supported, and empowered to achieve their full potential. We celebrate diversity in all its forms—across race, ethnicity, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion, and background—and we are dedicated to creating a culture of equity and belonging. Our hiring practices are rooted in fairness and integrity, focusing solely on an individual’s abilities, contributions, and potential. We strive to ensure that every employee and candidate feels seen, heard, and valued as they grow with us.
About the role:
Location: Stavanger
Hours: Fulltime
The Project Manager has a crucial role in ensuring the success of projects by coordinating with various departments and subcontractors. The cross-functional collaboration is essential for meeting deadlines and maintaining efficiency.
As part of this role, the Project Manager will support our operations and projects in Norway & wider Scandinavia, providing commercial and technical support for our Rentals and Certification & Inspection services in this region.
We are incredibly proud of what we have achieved already in this part of the world and excited about what is to come. The new Project Manager will play an integral part in ensuring that success continues, by guiding our projects efficiently, supporting our clients and helping to build our business globally.
About the team:
You’ll be joining our Motive team, who are mainly based in Stavanger. Over the past few years, this team has grown significantly as Motive continues to expand, and our intention is to continue this. Reporting into the Head of Delivery, you’ll be working alongside both our C&I and Rentals teams that strive for high quality service of work.
You will also be working alongside a committed and proud Motive team globally that want to play their part in the growth of the business and support each other daily to create a positive, values driven and hard-working professional environment.
Responsibilities:
People
- Adopting and promoting the Motive Offshore Group People Values and ensuring their use is embedded throughout day-to-day tasks and decision making.
- Define project scope, goals, and deliverables in collaboration with stakeholders.
- Allocate resources effectively to ensure project success.
- Lead and motivate project teams to achieve project objectives.
- Facilitate team meetings, workshops, and discussions as needed.
- Prepare and present project reports to stakeholders and senior management.
- Foster a collaborative and positive team environment.
- Develop and maintain relationships with vendors, suppliers, and external partners.
Planet
- Adhere to and participate in company-wide sustainability policies, procedures and initiatives as they are developed to support our Net Zero objectives.
- Ensure compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and ethical standards.
- Responsible for ensuring that project activities comply with all relevant Health, Safety, Environmental, and Quality (HSEQ) processes, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
- Identify and manage project risks and develop appropriate mitigation strategies.
Product
- Liaise closely internally to ensure scopes of work, project specifications, priorities, plans, schedules, and any other information required to successfully deliver against all clients’ requirements are clearly communicated, understood, and agreed.
- Develop detailed project plans, including tasks, timelines, and resource allocation.
- Monitor project progress, track milestones, and manage potential delays.
- Manage project budgets and ensure that costs remain within approved limits.
- Conduct regular quality checks to ensure project deliverables meet established standards.
- Handle scope changes through formal change control processes.
- Evaluate project performance and identify opportunities for improvement.
- Ensure timely project closure, stakeholder sign-off, and project reviews.
- Document project processes, lessons learned, and best practices for future reference.
Required skills / knowledge:
- Demonstrable experience in the management and provision of services preferably in Marine Engineering and Construction including flexibles, flowlines, risers, umbilical installations etc.
- Demonstrable operational experience supporting client organisations, leading teams and strong commercial awareness with excellent safety behaviours and focus on customer satisfaction.
- Project Management and/or business qualification.
- Relevant Engineering Degree or equivalent technical qualification with industry experience.
What we can offer you:
Alongside the benefits below, working with Motive can take you places that you might not have thought possible. Every region we operate in, bring their own wonderful cultures & ways of working. And as a global business, you will become colleagues with people not only in the UK, but also in Taiwan, Singapore, the UAE, Norway, Brazil and in the US. You can look forward to becoming part of our people-centred approach that sees us work closely together, supporting clients and projects in multiple countries across the world.
People are at the heart of everything we do and we’re incredibly proud of the development opportunities that many of our staff have benefitted from. Since we started in 2010, we’ve seen school leavers work their way to senior positions, people relocate to other parts of the world and countless colleagues develop skills, receive training and advance their technical knowledge to enhance their own career, which in turn helps us continuously improve as a business, an employer and carry out the services we have become renowned for. At Motive, we believe in growing together. We are One Team, One Motive, and your journey is part of our shared success.
Alongside this, you'll get:
- Feriepenger (Holiday Pay)
- Private Treatment Insurance
- Long Service Awards
- Employee Referral Scheme
- Regular Team Building Events – such as family fun days, BBQs, nights out, volunteering with charities...
- Paid Volunteer Days
How to Apply & what happens next:
You’re happy and ready to apply? Great, thank you.
You can apply by sending us a Resume with any supporting documents telling us why you’d like to work with us at Motive Offshore Group.
We want to find great people and learn more about you as a person, ensuring we all have a positive recruitment journey. So please, tell us more about you, however you’d want.
Once we’ve reviewed your application, we’ll be back in touch as soon as possible to update you on the next stages of the process. If you have any questions about the role or want to chat about what life is like at Motive Offshore Group, email us at recruitment@motive-offshore.com.
Interested in joining us but don’t see a suitable vacancy? We always welcome speculative applications from talented individuals eager to become part of our team.
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Your Recruitment Process
At Motive we believe every applicant deserves respect, transparency and a supportive recruitment process that reflects our company People values.

Your journey with us begins with a fair, communicative process.
Here is what you can expect:
The Application Process
1. Apply
See a role that excites you? Submit an application showing how you can make an impact!
2. Confirm
We value every application and aim to acknowledge all submissions within 14 days
3. Update
We are committed to keeping you informed throughout the process of your application
If successful in the application phase, here is what you can expect next:
