MPD Supervisor

deepwater; Las Palmas de Gran Canaria; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Transocean is seeking an experienced MPD Supervisor for offshore operations in the Canary Islands region. You will oversee MPD operations, supervise the MPD Specialist, and report to the Drilling Superintendent, ensuring compliance with safety, quality, and operational standards.

Key responsibilities include leading task planning, risk assessment, and adherence to PTW processes, plus active participation in safety drills and continuous improvement initiatives across the rig team.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma (U.S.)/ Proof of Completion of Formal Education or Relevant Craft Certificate (where applicable).
• Graduate of Trade School or University where knowledge and training acquired are applicable to job requirements - Preferred.
• Valid medical examination and vaccination certificates.
• Knowledge of all technical calculations required for the safe operation within the drilling operations.
• Valid Well Control certificate per the standard defined on the training matrix.
• Ability to use hydraulic modelling software.
• Computer literate including a high level of competence in Microsoft Office.
• Require 5+ yrs Offshore MPD Experience
• OEM Managed Pressure Drilling operations training.

Responsibilities

• Reports to Drilling Superintendent.
• Supervises MPD Specialist.
• Promotes a Safe and Respectful Work Environment and participates in required safety meetings.
• Participate fully in the annual performance appraisal process and competency assessments.
• Complete company training requirements for the MPD Supervisor job level as per the training matrix.
• Full participation in emergency drills and respond to emergency situations as per assigned duties on the station bill.

Skills

Offshore MPD experience

Safety leadership

Hydraulic modelling software

Microsoft Office

Education

High School Diploma / Trade Certificate

Graduate of Trade School or University

Tools

Hydraulic modelling software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Offshore Drilling Group

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Job Summary

Job Description

REPORTING:

Reports to Drilling Superintendent

SUPERVISION:

Supervises MPD Specialist

PRE-REQUISITE/QUALIFICATION:

• High School Diploma (U.S.)/ Proof of Completion of Formal Education or Relevant Craft Certificate (where applicable)
• Successful Military Discharge - Preferred for U.S.
• Graduate of Trade School or University where knowledge and training acquired are applicable to job requirements - Preferred
• Valid medical examination and vaccination certificates
• Knowledge of all technical calculations required for the safe operation within the drilling operations.
• Valid Well Control certificate per the standard defined on the training matrix
• Ability to use hydraulic modelling software.
• Computer literate including a high level of competence in Microsoft Office.
• Require 5+ yrs Offshore MPD Experience
• OEM Managed Pressure Drilling operations training

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Promotes a Safe and Respectful Work Environment: Proactively promotes and maintains a healthy respect for open and transparent dialogue between all levels of personnel.
• Demonstrates care for the safety and well-being of all personnel, at all times. Invests in each person to provide equal opportunity for development and advancement of those qualified, to fulfill their career objectives. Respects the dignity of all personnel and recognizes their merit.
• Attend and participate in all required Safety and Operational meetings.
• Participate fully in the annual performance appraisal process, competency assessments based on performance against Operational Discipline requirements.
• Complete company training requirements for the MPD Supervisor job level as per the training matrix, including in local/regulatory requirements.
• If applicable, the duties and responsibilities in the safety case for this position must be observed.
• Full participation in emergency drills and respond to emergency situations as per assigned duties on the station bill.

OPERATIONAL DISCIPLINE REQUIREMENTS:

• Disciplined application and participation in the Task Planning & Risk Assessment Process.
• Understanding and perform the roles and responsibilities as assigned at the pre-job meeting.
• Understanding the hazards associated with the task.
• Understanding and effectively implementing the control measures required to mitigate identified hazards.
• Execute all tasks and task steps in a disciplined manner, following the sequence detailed in the relevant procedures.
• Recognize at risk behavior or conditions during tasks and call 'Time out for Safety' when unsure, or when the job does not go as planned.
• Participate in After Action Reviews to feedback lessons learned from performing the task.
• Execute all tasks and task steps in a disciplined manner, following the sequence detailed in the relevant MPD procedures.
• If using 3rd party MPD procedures highlight any deviations from TOI procedures to MPD manager.
• Participate in After Action Reviews to feedback lessons learned from performing the task. and update MPD manager accordingly.

HSE REQUIREMENTS:

• Report all incidents, potential hazards or abnormal situations to supervisors.
• Actively execute work in accordance with Company Safety Processes, e.g. START, Task Planning Risk Assessment and use of the Prompt Card, Safe Manual Handling, Working at Heights, etc.
• Call a Time Out for Safety (TOFS) when you do not understand the plan, when an unsafe condition is observed, or perceived, anytime personal impairment is recognized, when it's not clear what will happen next, or the hazards and associated risks for the task changes.
• Participate in the execution of the rigs 'Hold the Zero' plan.
• Comply with the company requirements to safeguard 'lone workers.'
• Maintain a safe and organized work area throughout all tasks and on completion of tasks.
• Incorporate the Task Planning and Risk Assessment process into all tasks, whether working alone or as part of a team.
• Apply the START process during the execution of planned tasks and daily operations. Ensure subordinate personnel are properly trained in the START process.
• Ensure subordinates are trained prior to using the permit to work (PTW) process. Approve all PTW as designated by the Master/OIM through the Control of Work Process; Ensure all task steps and controls are understood and any other activities that may be affected are identified before approving the PTW.
• Call a Time Out for Safety (TOFS) whenever an unplanned hazard or a change in the expected results is observed.
• Ensure that the Company QHSE policies and other programs are communicated to and understood by all personnel.
• Play an active part in the weekly meetings, FOCUS Improvement Program, and all other Company safety management systems.
• Ensure that a high standard of hygiene and housekee