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Career Center  North American Offshore Fleet  Current Job Openings  Senior Toolpusher- 6th Generation

SENIOR TOOLPUSHER- 6TH GENERATION

 

 

REFFERAL PROGRAM ELIGIBLE

 

 REPORTING:

Reports to the Offshore Installation Manager (OIM)

 

SUPERVISION:

Supervises the Toolpusher, Tourpusher and Driller

 

LOCATION:

Offshore location

 

PREREQUISITES / QUALIFICATIONS:

·         High school diploma or equivalent.

·         Knowledge of all technical calculations required for the safe operation of the drilling equipment

·         Basic computer skills

·         Valid medical and vaccination certificate

·         Valid well control certificate

 

BASIC FUNCTION:

·         Supervise the drilling operations and associated activities and ensure they are in accordance with the well program

·         Ensure that drilling operations are carried out in a safe, efficient and productive manner

·         Apply and promote Transocean’s Core Values

 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

 

Operations/Maintenance:

·         Ensure that the Driller is provided each tour with the Standing Instructions to Driller (SID) that is relevant to the planned operations

·         Monitor the maintenance, repair and installation of all drilling equipment including repair, lubrication, maintenance records, and inventory levels

·         Maintain records of inspections and certification of drilling equipment, tools and tubulars

·         Ensure that the mud mixing systems and solid control equipment are being monitored constantly and properly maintained

·         Relieve the Driller at the Driller’s console as operational requirement demands

·         Participate in the daily operations meeting with the OIM and other rig department heads

·         Monitor the application of the Company Rig Maintenance System (RMS) for drilling department maintenance tasks

·         Review and approve all drilling related work permits (PTW) as the Responsible Person for the task

·         Supervise equipment preparation for impending drilling operations

·         Assist in planning the job activities of the drilling department and associated activities

·         Ensure that well control requirements are in place according to operational requirements; assist in supervising well killing operations in an emergency situation. Attend pre-spud meetings and take note of all well-related hazards and ensure that they are managed appropriately

·         Perform all well control calculations (i.e. mud weight increase, initial and final circulating pressures, number of strokes, etc.)

·         Assist the OIM in coordinating the activities of third-party personnel responsible for various aspects of the well program; ensure that these personnel understand and follow Transocean policy and procedures related to the task and follow Transocean safety processes

·         Review the daily drilling operations report (GMS) for accuracy and approve accordingly

·         Prepare Requisition Purchase Orders for equipment or parts necessary to keep the drilling operation free of downtime. Assist in ensuring that sufficient stock of parts and materials are maintained

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

·         Maintain proper communication with the OIM regarding the progress of drilling and associated operations

·         Recommend adjustments to drilling parameters as necessary to improve the overall drilling operation’s performance

·         Promote and maintain an effective working relationship with other departments, third-party personnel and Customer Representatives

 

QHSE:

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

·         Inform the OIM of any incidents, potential hazards or abnormal situations

·         Actively participate in safety meetings, FOCUS Improvement Process, and all other safety processes in the 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 that subordinate personnel are properly trained in the START process

·         Ensure that 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 effective well control drills are carried out regularly and recorded

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

                 

Personnel:

·         Meet the training requirements according to the applicable training matrix

·         Participate fully in the annual performance appraisal process

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

·         Provide leadership and motivation to rig personnel

·         Apply and promote appropriate accountability. Provide Positive recognition as well as recommend promotion or disciplinary action up to and including discharge

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

·         Make recommendations for promotions