Chief Mechanic Job at Transocean

Transocean is the world's largest offshore drilling contractor, provides the most versatile fleet of mobile offshore drilling units to help clients find and develop oil and natural gas reserves. Building on more than 50 years of experience with the highest specification rigs, our approximately 18,000 employees are focused on safety and premier offshore drilling performance.
 

We are currently recruiting for the position of:

Job Title: Chief Mechanic - Nigeria Nationals 

Job ID: 2000800
Location: Lagos
Reports to: The Mechanical Supervisor, Maintenance Supervisor, Chief Engineer or Offshore Installation Manager

Job Description

• Supervises the Mechanic.

Basic Function:

• Maintain and repair mechanical, pneumatic and hydraulic equipment onboard the rig.

Duties and Responsibilities
Operations/Maintenance:

Authority I:

• Perform daily inspections and maintenance of mechanical equipment.

Authority I:

• Organize and promote the Rig Maintenance System (RMS)

Authority II:

• Carry out periodic maintenance according to the RMS guidelines and coordinate same with supervisors and other department heads

Authority I:

• Maintain and repair power plants and monitor power distribution—ensure power is available at all times

Authority I:

• Operate, maintain and repair as necessary the engine cooling water system, lube oil system, and fuel system

Authority II:

• Troubleshoot and repair faulty mechanical, pneumatic and hydraulic drilling equipment and tools

Authority II:

• Assist in maintaining marine equipment, i.e. cranes, thrusters, ballast pumps and valves, auxiliary equipment, etc.

Authority I:

• Ensure that the permit to work and isolation systems are followed.

Authority II:

• Implement the follow-up requirements to audits, as issued by Clients, Regulatory Authorities or rig management

Authority II:

• Assist in ensuring that all third-party equipment is fit for purpose, certified, correctly installed, and maintained while on the rig

Authority I:

• Maintain an adequate supply of spares in order to fulfill maintenance requirements and facilitate a safe and efficient operation

Authority II:

• Supply information to assist in the development of maintenance and repair budget.

Authority I:

• Ensure that service, maintenance and other operational reports are accurate and complete.

Authority II:

• Liaise with the marine department regarding the loading, ordering and use of fuel, potable water, and drill water in consideration of the rig's stability.

Authority I:

• Inform supervisor and other department heads of any technical problems or limitations that may affect the safe operation of the rig.

Authority II:

• Plan and coordinate with other departments prior to any major activity such as rig moves, running and retrieving BOP, etc.

Authority I:

• Carry out classification society surveys as part of continuous survey of machinery.

Authority II:

• Communicate equipment problems or breakdown information via direct supervisor to Technical Field Support.

Qualification

• 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 safe operation of the drilling unit and basic computer skills.

Application Closing Date
20th February, 2014.

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