DECKPUSHER – 6TH GENERATION
REFFERAL PROGRAM ELIGIBLE
REPORTING:
Reports to the Barge Supervisor, Chief Mate or Toolpusher/Tourpusher
SUPERVISION:
Supervises the Crane Operator and Roustabout
LOCATION:
Offshore location
PREREQUISITES / QUALIFICATIONS:
· High school diploma or equivalent.
· 1 year experience working as a Crane Operator
· Knowledge of all technical calculations required for the safe operation of the drilling unit
· Valid medical examination and vaccination certificates
BASIC FUNCTION:
Supervise cranes and deck operations and ensure these operations are carried out in a safe and efficient manner
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Operations/Maintenance:
· Provide Crane Operator and Roustabouts with relevant instructions for current and forthcoming operations
· Ensure pre-tour meeting is done prior to all non-routine deck operations
· Supervise all cranes and deck operations such as running casing, picking up or laying down tubular, placement of equipment and supplies, etc
· Coordinate supply boat traffic, particularly during loading and unloading materials
· Check lifted loads for clearance, obstructions in movement, balance, and proper attachment
· Assist in the operation of bulk system for loading, transfers and general usage
· Monitor quantities of expendables such as fuel, potable water, and drill water
· Supervise the replacement or installation of mooring lines and bulk fill up hoses
· Supervise the maintenance, inspection and repair of cranes and barge equipment. Ensure the Preventive Maintenance tasks on the equipment are completed and recorded
· Ensure a clean and organized main deck and pipe deck
· Maintain an organized barge equipment store
· Operate, maintain, and repair as needed, the rig’s fire-fighting equipment and systems
· Keep a running inventory of slings and lifting equipment in use. Advise the Barge Supervisor of shortages or damaged slings
· Monitor the weather conditions and rig motions
· Record daily activities in official logbook and ensure that proper documents and licenses are valid and posted as required
· Assist the Barge Supervisor during mobilization, demobilization, and rig move operations
· Maintain good communication with Barge Supervisor, Ballast Control Operator and drill floor
· Act as HLO as required and assist with the training of the helideck crew (where applicable)
QHSE:
· Incorporate the THINK process into all tasks, whether working alone or as part of a team
· Participate in the START process
· Ensure subordinate personnel are properly trained in the START process
· Call a Time Out for Safety (TOFS) whenever an unplanned hazard or a change in the expected results is observed
· Perform assigned duties during safety drills and emergency situations as per designation on station bill
· Actively participate in the weekly safety meeting and other safety management system issues
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 they are competent to work at their next job level
· Assist with training of deck crews. Training to include but not limited to proper rigging, materials handling and techniques, use of hand held radio, and painting procedures
· Recommend promotion or disciplinary action up to and including discharge