Deck Pusher at Pacific Drilling (NYSE: PACD)

Pacific Drilling (NYSE: PACD) - With our best-in-class drill-ships and highly experienced team, Pacific Drilling is a fast-growing company committed to becoming the industry preferred ultra-deep water 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 below position:

Job Title: Deck Pusher

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

Job Description

• The Deck Pusher oversees all deck and cargo operations aboard the ship and the conduct of these operations in accordance with company policies and procedures. This includes the supervision of all crane operators and roustabouts and ensuring that deck and lifting operations proceed in a safe and efficient manner.
• The Deck Pusher also regularly interacts with Client Representative(s) and Client Logistics Coordinator(s).
• Supervisory Relationships
• The Deck Pusher serves as the immediate supervisor for all Crane Operators and Roustabouts. In most instances, this will include (2) Crane Operators and (6) Roustabouts on any given shift

Position Scope:

• The Deck Pusher is responsible for the safe and orderly executing of deck &cargo operations aboard the ship at the immediate discretion of the Tool Pusher(s) and Drilling Superintendent. This includes oversight of all cranes and stowage of cargo, bulk materials, drilling equipment, as well as adequate housekeeping in all related spaces.

Reporting Relationships

• Direct Manager/Supervisor - Tool-pusher
• Functional Manager/Supervisor - N/A

Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum 5 years experience as offshore crane operator.
• 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 about the rig.
• Supervise all crane and deck operations, such as picking up or laying down tubular, running riser and casing, and the loading/stowage of deck cargo and equipment.
• Coordinate all boat operations, particularly the loading and unloading of bulk products and deck cargo from various support vessels.
• Regularly and clearly communicate with client representatives and logistic coordinators.
• Regularly and clearly communicate with the Toolpusher to ensure full support of the Drill-Floor and with the Bridge regarding crane operations and supply boats.
• Provide Crane Operator and Roustabouts with relevant instructions for current and forthcoming operations.
• Check loads for proper slinging, clearance, obstructions in movement, balance etc.
• Ensure that all decks. sack store, and other cargo related spaces are clean, organized, and inventoried/audited
• Maintain an inventory of all slings and lifting equipment in use. Advise the Tool Pusher/Chief Mate of damaged slings and any new requirements.
• Monitor weather conditions and rig motion as related to crane operations and secure operations when they can no longer continue in a safe and orderly fashion.
• Perform assigned duties during safety drills and emergency situations as per designation on station bill.
• Ensure proper Permitting/TRA for all non-routine tasks, working at heights, or work over water.
• Actively be involved in the mentor-ship and development of subordinates.
• Actively participate in the weekly safety meeting and other safety management system issues and ensure the active participation of subordinates.
• Ensure all deck personnel have the necessary competencies, training and skills to perform their tasks, and regularly appraise and provide feedback to direct reports.
• Openly communicate with all departments, client and service partners as required.
• Clearly and accurately communicate work status at end of shift and end of hitch hand-overs.
• Completion of all mandatory training and certification requirements for Deck-pusher as described in Pacific Drilling Offshore Training Matrix.

Work Environment:

• This is a 28/28 rig-based position, regional as requested. Although most of his time is spent on deck supervising deck operations, the Deck Pusher must also handle numerous administrative duties at his desk inside the accommodation.

Application Closing Date
Not Stated.

Method of Application
Qualified and Interested candidate should:
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