Ballast Control Operator - Diamond Offshore - Houston, TX

Diamond Offshore Drilling, a leading deepwater drilling contractor, owns and operates one of the largest fleets of offshore drilling units in the world. Diamond Offshore provides contract drilling services to the energy industry around the globe and is a leader in deepwater drilling. Headquartered in Houston, Texas, the Company also maintains primary regional offices in Australia, Brazil, and Scotland, with local offices in other countries as required to support operations.

Responsibilities:

Operate ballast control system on a semi-submersible drilling rig to maintain the required stability of the vessel; continually monitor the deck loads so as to maintain the desired list/trim through activation of the proper stability procedures;responsible for performing tasks in a safe, conscientious, and efficient manner under the supervision of the Barge Engineer/Supervisor.

The Ballast Control Operator may be responsible for:
Ballast and de-ballast the rig as required to maintain station Monitor all ballast controls and related instrumentation Monitor variable deck load on a daily basis to calculate and maintain the rig’s stability Prepare the daily and weekly stability report for the rig Monitor quantities of expendables such as fuel, potable water, drill water and report findings to Barge Engineer/ Supervisor Inform the Barge Engineer /Supervisor about any anomalies, which may affect the safe and efficient operation of the rig Carry out Preventive Maintenance on ballast control equipment and other marine equipment as required Inspect ballast equipment and other marine operations and lifesaving equipment, as required, for safe working conditions Monitor the weather conditions and rig motion Assist the Barge Engineer/ Supervisor in carrying out rig move plans, aid anchor handling boats, and perform mobilization and demobilization preparations Follows Diamond Offshore Global Excellence Management System (G.E.M.S.)
Qualifications:

Basic
At least 18 years of age Valid USCG Ballast Control Operator’s License/Endorsement 1 or more years of direct experience as a Ballast Control Operator Ability to perform simple mathematical equations Possess or able to obtain a valid passport
Preferred
Possess or able to obtain a valid Transportation Worker’s Identification Card ( TWIC ) Legally authorized to work in the United States without restrictions Possess High School Diploma / GED or higher 3 or more years of direct experience as a Ballast Control Operator
In order to be considered for this position you must complete the entire application process, which includes answering all prescreening questions and submitting a copy of your resume on or before the requisition closing date of May 27, 2013.

Diamond Offshore is an equal opportunity employer
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