Dynamic Positioning Operator at Pacific Drilling (NYSE: PACD)

Pacific Drilling (NYSE: PACD) - With our best-in-class drillships and highly experienced team, Pacific Drilling is a fast-growing company committed to becoming the industry'preferred ultra-deepwater drilling contractor. ince initiating construction of our first four rigs in 2008, Pacific Drilling has grown into a successful, premium drilling contractor with more than 1,500 employees and contracts with the highest-quality clients in the industry.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Dynamic Positioning Operator

Location: Lagos, Nigeria
Department / Location: Operations / Offshore.

Job Summary

• The Dynamic Positioning Operator (DPO) operates the automated and fixed station keeping system of the Drillship.

Job Scope:

• Operation of the automated and fixed station keeping system of the vessel.

Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities

• Comply with Pacific Drilling Code of Conduct and supporting policies, standards and applicable process documentation.
• Perform all work according to agreed expectations of both internal and external customers, focus on doing things right the first time, every time, and contribute actively to continual improvement activities.
• Operate the dynamic positioning (DP) equipment under the direction of the Sr. DPO or Chief Mate.
• Operate and understand the Ballast Control System, Power Management System and Fire and Gas Detection Systems.
• Maintain the vessel in a stable condition and at the correct draft and trim.
• Assist in setting up the DP System operational parameters.
• Ensure all DP System data is recorded.
• Advise the Chief Mate / Sr. DPO, or Master of potential position loss.
• Assist with running and maintaining records for hydrophones and subsea beacons.
• Make regular use of the onboard simulator, when available.
• Ensure there is adequate power and reserves of power for the maintenance of position and operations – give immediate attention of any problems.
• Assist with performing preventative maintenance on the DP equipment.
• Ensure that all defects or anomalies are reported to the Sr. DPO or Chief Mate and relevant department heads. Maintain records of these and ensure they are adequately corrected.
• Understudy the Sr. DPO and deputize as required.
• Stand navigational watch as required.
• Sound ballast and bulk tanks. Assist with loading and sampling of bulk products as required.
• Assist the Master and Chief Mate with deck operations as required. Perform emergency duties and responsibilities as stated on the Station Bill, DP Emergency Response Plan and vessel specific Emergency Response Manual.
• Utilize radar displays for detection and the interpretation of local severe weather patterns.
• System specific knowledge of DP Control System redundancy, alarms and warnings.
• System specific knowledge of Vessel Management System redundancy, alarms and warnings.
• Knowledge of the vessel’s FMEA and its implications.
• Play an active role in the weekly meetings and all other Company Safety Management Systems.
• Perform planned maintenance on Firefighting Equipment and Life Saving Appliances, as well as other marine equipment as directed by the Chief Mate.
• Completion of all mandatory training and certification requirements for DPO as described in the Pacific Drilling Offshore Training Matrix.

Reporting Relationships:

• Direct Manager/Supervisor - Senior DPO
• Functional Manager/Supervisor - Chief Mate
• Supervisory Relationships

The DPO has one direct report:

• Assistant Dynamic Positioning Operator (ADPO).

Qualifications and Experience

• High School diploma, senior school certificate (SSCE)/ West Africa Examination Council (WAEC)/ GCE O/L, or equivalent.
• Fluent English communication skills (oral and written).
• Valid Nautical Institute Dynamic Positioning Operators courses, and valid Nautical Institute DP Certificate acceptable by vessel flag state.
• DP Drillship Experience.
• Valid medical evaluation.

Work Environment:

• Offshore rotating 28/28
• Shifts, either 12:00 -24:00 or 24:00 - 12:00.

Application Closing Date
Not Stated.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online