3rd Mate - Nigeria Job at Transocean Offshore USA Inc

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Job Title: 3rd Mate – Nigeria Nationals

Job ID: 2000797

Location: Lagos, Nigeria

Employer: Transocean Offshore USA Inc

REPORTING: Reports to the Chief Mechanic.

SUPERVISION: Supervises the Motor Operator.

LOCATION: Offshore location.

PREREQUISITES / QUALIFICATIONS:

•   High school diploma or equivalent. Work experience and demonstrated ability of oral and written communications may be substituted in lieu of formal education.

•   Valid medical examination and vaccination certificates.

•   Knowledge of technical calculations required for mechanical operations and basic computer skills.

BASIC FUNCTION: Assist in maintaining and repairing mechanical, pneumatic and hydraulic equipment onboard the rig.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

REPORTING: Reports to the Second Mate (2nd Mate).

SUPERVISION: None.

LOCATION: Offshore location.

PREREQUISITES / QUALIFICATIONS:

1.   High school diploma or equivalent. Work experience and demonstrated ability of oral and written communications may be substituted in lieu of formal education.

2.   Valid Unlimited 3rd Mates License. Nautical Institute Dynamic Positioning courses.

3.   Valid medical examination and vaccination certificates.

4.   Knowledge of all technical calculations required for the safe operation of the drilling unit and basic computer skills.

BASIC FUNCTION:

1.   Assist the 2nd Mate in operating the automated and fixed station keeping system of the rig and stand navigation watch as required.

2.   Assist in ensuring that the rig's navigation systems are correct, current, and maintained in full working order.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:  

Operations/Maintenance:

•   Ensure all navigation operations are carried out in accordance to Company policies and procedures. – Authority  I

•   Operate dynamic positioning (DP) equipment under the direction of the 2nd Mate. – Authority  III

•   Assist in maintaining the rig in a stable condition and at the correct draft and trim. – Authority  II

•   Assist in the setup of the DP system operational parameters – ensure all DP system data are recorded. – Authority  II

•   Assist in performing Preventive Maintenance on DP equipment. – Authority  II

•   Assist with running and maintaining records for hydrophones and subsea beacons. – Authority  II

•   Make regular use of the onboard simulator for training purposes, where available. – Authority  II

•   Ensure there is adequate power and reserves of power for the maintenance of position and operations – give immediate attention to any problems. – Authority  II

•   Ensure that all defects and anomalies are reported to the 2nd Mate or Chief Mate and relevant department heads. Maintain records of these and ensure they are corrected adequately. – Authority  I

•   Understudy the 2nd Mate and deputize as required. – Authority  II

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