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Career Center  North American Offshore Fleet  Current Job Openings  Driller - Offshore Experience

DRILLER

 

REPORTING:

Reports to the Toolpusher, Tourpusher and/or Senior Toolpusher.

SUPERVISION:

Supervises the Assistant Driller, Derrickhand, Assistant Derrickhand, Pumphand and Floorhands.

LOCATION:

Offshore location

PREREQUISITES / QUALIFICATIONS:

·         High school diploma or equivalent.

·         Successful completion of the at least one D-CAP Assessment (Onshore or Offshore)

·         Valid medical examination and vaccination certificates

·         Valid well control certificate

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

 

BASIC FUNCTION:

Operate drilling equipment as instructed in the well program and Standing Instructions to Driller (SID) in a manner that complies with Company policies and procedures and the Driller’s Key Responsibilities

 

Apply Transocean core values

 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

 

Operations/Maintenance:

·         Operate all equipment at the Driller’s console in a safe manner; maintain a clean, tidy and hazard-free condition on the drill floor and associated area

·         Monitor the well condition at all times (i.e. depth, mud weight, weight on bit.) Recognize, interpret and respond to down hole conditions

·         Perform drilling-related operations such as directional drilling, working stuck pipe, running and cementing casing strings, coring, fishing, and assisting in wireline logging, well testing, and other special operations.

·         Supervise and direct operations in the picking up or laying down of tubular and all drilling-related equipment

·         Maintain accurate record of tubular and tool dimensions (i.e. internal and external diameter, fish neck, and serial numbers)

·         Ensure that the solid control equipment and mud mixing operations are being monitored constantly

·         Inform Toolpusher/Senior Toolpusher and Client Representative if a deviation from planned operation occurs

·         Keep accurate records of fluid displacement when tubulars are run in/pulled out of well.

·         Complete the IADC daily drilling report (GMS) at the end of each tour

·         Hold pre-tour meeting with the drilling crew for all drilling operations.

·         Secure the well during an emergency or well control situation; assist in the well-killing operations.

·         Supervise the lubrication and maintenance of all drilling and associated equipment and ensure it is carried out in accordance with the Preventive Maintenance System (RMS).

·         Maintain equipment files, drilling logs and records; perform all technical calculations required to carry out drilling operations

·         Assist during the running and retrieving of marine risers and BOP stack

·         Assist in the planning, organization and supervision of rig move operations

 

QHSE:

·         Ensure that subordinates understand and apply guidelines of the Company Quality & HSE Policy Statements and rig-specific procedures

·         Inform the Toolpusher/Senior Toolpusher of any incidents, potential hazards or abnormal situations

·         Actively participate in the weekly meetings, FOCUS Improvement Process, and all other Company safety management system

·         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 THINK and START

·         Ensure DROPS inspections are conducted as per the rig’s DROPS inspection program

·         Call a Time Out for Safety (TOFS) whenever an unplanned hazard or a change in the expected results is observed

·         Demonstrate commitment to Company safety policies through the consistent application of leadership and guidance

·         Ensure that drills and exercises involving the use of all types of lifesaving, fire fighting and other safety equipment are conducted regularly

·         Ensure that a high standard of hygiene and housekeeping is maintained onboard the rig

 

Personnel:

·         Promote and maintain good working relationships with other departments, third-party personnel and Customer representatives.

·         Meet the training requirements as per the applicable training matrix

·         Participate fully in the annual performance appraisal process

·         Mentor, coach, develop and train crew members to ensure they are competent to work at their next job level

·         Provide leadership and motivation to the drilling crews. Apply continuous improvement process

·         Mentor the Assistant Driller and deputize when operations, security of well, and personnel safety are not at risk

·         Assist in training to ensure that all personnel are competent to perform their allocated jobs

·         Participate fully in the annual performance appraisal process.

·         Apply appropriate accountability regarding recognition; recommend promotion or disciplinary action up to and including discharge