Assistant Subsea

Offshore Maintenance Group

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Job Summary

Assist the Subsea Supervisor with the maintenance and repair of all subsea systems and associated surface equipment, riser tensioning system, and drill string compensation systems onboard the rig.

Job Description

REPORTING:

Reports to the Senior Subsea Supervisor or Subsea Supervisor

SUPERVISION:

None

Pre-Requisite/ Qualification:

• High School Diploma (U.S.)/ Proof of Completion of Formal Education or Relevant Craft Certificate (where applicable).
• Successful Military Discharge – Preferred for U.S.
• Post secondary education 4-year degree from a university where knowledge and training acquired are applicable to job requirements (Engineering, Mechanical, Hydraulic, Electrical)– Preferred. Minimum requirement of 2-year degree/training from Trade/Technical School.
• Valid medical examination and vaccination certificates.
• Any deviation from the Pre-Requests and/or Qualifications needs the Director, Technical Field Support, Subsea, Managed Pressure Drilling & UIR.

General Requirements:

• Promotes a Safe and Respectful Work Environment: Proactively promotes and maintains a healthy respect for open and transparent dialogue between all levels of personnel.
• Demonstrates care for the safety and well-being of all personnel, at all times.
• Invests in each person to provide equal opportunity for development and advancement of those qualified, to fulfill their career objectives.
• Respects the dignity of all personnel and recognizes their merit.
• Attend and participate in all required Safety and Operational meetings.
• Participate fully in the annual performance appraisal process, competency assessments based on performance against Operational Discipline requirements.
• Complete company training requirements for the Assistant Subsea Supervisor job level as per the training matrix, including in local/regulatory requirements.
• If applicable, the duties and responsibilities in the safety case for this position must be observed.
• Full participation in emergency drills and respond to emergency situations as per assigned duties on the station bill.

Operational Discipline Requirements:

• Disciplined application and participation in the Task Planning & Risk Assessment Process.
• This is inclusive of:
• Understanding and perform the roles and responsibilities as assigned at the pre-job meeting.
• Understanding the hazards associated with the task.
• Understanding and effectively implementing the control measures required to mitigate identified hazards.
• Execute all tasks and task steps in a disciplined manner, following the sequence detailed in the relevant procedures.
• Recognize at risk behavior or conditions during tasks and call ‘Time out for Safety’ when unsure, or when the job does not go as planned.
• Participate in Debriefs to feedback lessons learned from performing the task.    

HSE Requirements:

• Protect personnel, the environment, and assets by eliminating hazards and reducing health and safety risks.
• Understand Company OI & HSE requirements applicable to the job position.
• Execute work in accordance with Company OI & HSE requirements.
• Call a Time Out when a real or perceived at risk behavior or unsafe condition is observed.
• Use WorkSight ENGAGE during the execution of planned work.
• Report all incidents, potential hazards, or abnormal situations to a supervisor.
• Incorporate the Control of Work process into all work, whether working alone or as part of a team.
• Understand and implement major accident barriers / controls applicable to the job position.
• Maintain a safe and organized work area throughout and on completion of all work.
• Understand your role in an emergency, as designated in the Emergency Response Plan and Station Bill.
• Participate in all emergency drills and exercises, as required.

DUTIES:
The underlying expectation is that all duties are carried out in compliance with the Company Operational Discipline expectations and HSE requirements.
When considering assignment of duties for the Assistant Subsea Supervisor, the Supervisor and the Assistant Subsea Supervisor will apply the rules of hazard identification prompt card to determine if the assigned role is appropriate. This means confirming that the individuals involved have the knowledge, skills, and experience to carry out the task, and the task plan complies with policy before they are authorized to proceed.
General Duties:

Operations/Maintenance:

• Assist with maintaining the Blow Out Preventer (BOP), Diverter, and associated subsea equipment in accordance with the Rig Maintenance System (RMS) guidelines.
• Assist with Operate and pressure test the BOP on the surface.
• Assist the Subsea Supervisor in the running and recovery of the BOP and Marine Riser equipment.
• Assemble, install, and nipple down the BOP and all well control equipment as required.
• Assist in operating, maintenance and repair of subsea BOP control system, i.e. surface BOP or multiplex electro-hydraulic control systems.
• Assist with operating, maintaining and testing hydraulic connectors. Maintain BOP handling equipment, testing equipment and wellhead equipment.
• Assist with operating and servicing the bridge cranes and related hoisting equipment. Service the drill string compensator as required.
• Assist with servicing and testing the riser pipe system.
• Operate and maintain the diverter system and the diverter running and handling tools.
• Assist in running and testing the wellhead, casing hangers and seal assemblies. Operate and maintain the wellhead running and retrieval test tools.
• Assist in monitoring and maintaining the riser tensioner, guidelines and pod line tensioners if applicable.
• Maintain accurate daily log sheets relevant to the subsea equipment. Maintain records of BOP and associated equipment tests.
• Assist in maintaining records of inspection and certification of subsea equipment.
• Maintain an adequate supply of spares in order to fulfill maintenance requirements – inform the Subsea Supervisor when there is need to reorder.
• Calculate and record ton-miles on wire ropes. Slip and cut according to the agreed program.
• Ensure supervisors are informed of any issues relating to the subsea equipment, which may affect the safe and efficient running of operations.
• Comply with the permit to work and isolation system.
• Assist in communicating equipment problems or breakdown with Field Support group and equipment vendor.

Skills:

• Very good communication skills (speaking, listening, and writing) are essential.
• Conversant with company management systems (for internal candidates).
• Proficient in MS Office, MS Word, MS Excel.

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