Senior Subsea Supervisor
North American Division

REPORTING: Reports to the Subsea Supervisor, Maintenance Supervisor/Chief Engineer or OIM. SUPERVISION: Supervises the Assistant Subsea and ART Subsea Trainee. LOCATION: Offshore location. PREREQUISITES / QUALIFICATIONS: - High school diploma or equivalent. - Valid medical examination and vaccination certificates. - Knowledge of all technical calculations required for the subsea operation of the drilling unit and basic computer skills. -5 years offshore experience troubleshooting hydraulic and pneumatic subsea systems BASIC FUNCTION: - Maintain and repair all subsea systems and associated surface equipment, riser tensioning system, and drill string compensation systems onboard the rig. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Operations/Maintenance: - Maintain the Blow Out Preventer (BOP), Diverter, and associated subsea equipment in accordance to the Preventive Maintenance System (PMS) guidelines. - Operate and pressure test the BOP on the surface and on the seabed as required. - Supervise the deck and drill crews in the running and recovery of the BOP and Marine Riser equipment. - Assemble, install, and nipple down the BOP and all well control equipment as required. - Operate, maintain and repair the subsea BOP control system. - Operate, maintain and test hydraulic connectors. Maintain BOP handling equipment, testing equipment and wellhead equipment. - Operate and service the bridge cranes and related hoisting equipment. - Service the drill string compensator as required. - Service and test the riser pipe system. Operate and maintain the diverter system, and the diverter running and handling tools. - Assist in running and testing the wellhead, casing hangers and seal assemblies. Operate and maintain the wellhead running and retrieval test tools. - Ensure the required riser tensioning pressure is set to comply with the mud weight in use. Monitor and maintain the riser guideline and pod line tensioners - Maintain accurate daily log sheets relevant to the subsea equipment. - Maintain records of inspection and certification of subsea equipment. - Maintain an adequate supply of spares in order to fulfill maintenance requirements and facilitate a safe and efficient operation. - Calculate and post the BOP stack’s ram space out immediately after landing the BOP. - Calculate and record ton-miles on wire ropes. Slip and cut according to the agreed program. - Ensure supervisors are informed of any issues relating to the subsea equipment, which may affect the safe and efficient running of operations. - Ensure that the permit to work system is in place and followed. - Liaise with the marine department prior to moving the BOP and marine riser package in lieu of the rig’s stability. - Assist in supplying information for maintenance and repair budget. - Assist in communicating equipment problems or breakdown with Field Support group and equipment vendor. QHSE: - Demonstrate commitment to Company safety policies through leadership and guidance. - Ensure regulatory requirements for environmental protection are complied with. - Actively participate in weekly safety meetings and pre job meetings as required. - Report any incidents, potential hazards or abnormal situations to the Senior Subsea Supervisor or Maintenance Supervisor/Chief Engineer and other department heads. - Prepare Job Safety Analysis for hazardous situations. - Ensure a high standard of hygiene and housekeeping is maintained onboard the rig. Personnel: - Meets the training requirements as per the applicable training matrix - Mentor, develop and train crew members to ensure they are competent to work at their next job level. - Supervise, instruct and train the Assistant Subsea and the Subsea Trainee. - Prepare annual performance appraisal for all subordinates. Recommend promotions or disciplinary action up to and including discharge. - Maintain discipline onboard and ensure compliance with Company disciplinary procedures.