Mechanic

Offshore Maintenance Group

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Job Summary

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

Job Description

REPORTING:

1st Assistant Engineer, Chief Mechanic or 2nd Assistant Engineer (Topside), Mechanical Supervisor, Sr. Maintenance 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.

- Graduate of Trade School or University where knowledge and training acquired are applicable to job requirements – Preferred

- Knowledge of technical calculations required for safe operation of the drilling unit and basic computer skills

- Valid medical examination and vaccination certificates

- Norway Specific: Must hold qualifications in accordance with relevant authority requirements and the requirements of the Petroleum Safety Authority Norway (PSAN ref. Activities Regulations).

GENEREL 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 Mechanic 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 After Action Reviews 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 Mechanic, the Supervisor and the Mechanic will apply the rules of task planning (CAKES) 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:

- Carry out mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic installation, maintenance, and repair in a safe and prudent manner.

- Perform daily inspections and maintenance on mechanical equipment.

- Maintain and repair mechanical systems and equipment i.e. prime movers, air and water system, lubrication and fuel system, etc.

- Troubleshoot and repair faulty mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic equipment and tools.

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

- Identify and respond to abnormal operating conditions and/or patterns of equipment.

- Carry out periodic maintenance according to the AIM (Asset & Inventory Management) guidelines and coordinate that maintenance with supervisors and other department heads.

- Ensure that requirements concerning regulatory bodies are met in all cases of equipment repair and installation.

- Comply with the permit to work and isolation system.

- Maintain service reports and advise supervisor on condition of equipment and spare parts requirements.

- Perform machine work with lathe, drill press, grinding and surfacing equipment.

- Install, operate, maintain and repair additional or temporary mechanical equipment used for special operations.

- Assist in implementing outstanding recommendations from equipment audits, as issued by Clients, Regulatory Authorities or rig management.

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

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

- Maintain an adequate supply of spares to fulfill maintenance requirements and facilitate a safe and efficient operation.

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

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