Transocean Latest Recruitment For A Third Engineer

Transocean Latest Recruitment for a Third Engineer, December 2012

Job Title: Third Engineer
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Our Client Transocean is urgently looking for Drilling Engineers and Drilling Supervisors for contract roles in Nigeria.


Basic Function
Assist in maintaining and repairing mechanical, pneumatic and hydraulic equipment onboard the vessel

Duties and Responsibilities
1.) QHSE

• Incorporate the THINK planning process into all tasks, whether working alone or as part of a team
• Participate in the START Process
• Ensure that subordinate personnel are properly trained in the START process
• Respond to emergency situations and environmental protection issues as per designation on station bill
• Report any incidents, potential hazards or abnormal situations to supervisor and other department heads
• Ensure that a high standard of hygiene and housekeeping is maintained onboard the rig
• Call a Time Out for Safety (TOFS) whenever an unplanned hazard or a change in the expected results is observed
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements for environmental protection
• Actively participate in weekly safety meetings and pre-job meetings as required

2.) Personnel

• Meet the training requirements according to the applicable training matrix
• Participate fully in the annual performance appraisal process
• Mentor, develop and train crew members to ensure that they are competent to work at their next job level
• Supervise and guide the Motor Operator and Mechanic Trainee in their On-the-Job Training (OJT) program
• Maintain discipline onboard and ensure compliance with Company disciplinary procedures

3.) Operations/Maintenance

• Ensure conformance to Company policies, local and international regulations relating to the operation of the rig, and current pollution regulations
• Perform daily inspections and maintenance on mechanical equipment
• Ensure compliance with the Rig Maintenance System (RMS) and ensure all records are maintained on a timely basis
• Apply the permit to work and isolation systems as required
• Assist in implementing outstanding recommendations from audits, as issued by Clients, Regulatory Authorities or rig management
• In conjunction with the Second Engineer, monitor and control the use and distribution of consumables/materials; generate requisitions as required
• Assist in ensuring that all third-party equipment is fit for purpose, certified, correctly installed, and maintained while on the rig
• Ensure that service, maintenance and other operational reports are accurate and complete
• Inform supervisor and other department heads of any technical problems or limitations that may affect the safe operation of the rig
• Carry out periodic maintenance according to RMS guidelines and coordinate that maintenance with supervisors and other department heads
• Ensure that reports for repair and maintenance of equipment are accurate and complete
• Assist with maintenance and repair of power plants, cooling water system, lube oil system, and fuel system
• Assist in troubleshooting and repairing faulty mechanical, pneumatic and hydraulic drilling equipment and tools
• Assist in maintaining marine equipment, i.e. cranes, thrusters, ballast pumps and valves, auxiliary equipment, etc.
• Carry out classification society surveys as part of continuous survey of machinery

Application Method
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Application Deadline 27th December, 2012