Dynamic Position Operator III

deepwater; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Offshore Marine Group seeks a Dynamic Positioning Operator to operate the DP system, Fire & Gas system, and Vessel Management System (where applicable) aboard an offshore rig. You will report to the Senior DPO and functionally to the Chief Mate, ensuring safe, compliant operations and routine data logging.

The role requires a High School Diploma (or equivalent), preferred maritime certifications, and a strong understanding of DP, VMS, and safety procedures.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Military discharge preferred for U.S. candidates.
• Trade/University education when applicable to job requirements.
• Valid medical examination and vaccination certificates.
• Knowledge of basic technical calculations for marine ops.
• Lifeboatman certificate.
• Norway-specific Havtil qualifications per regs.

Responsibilities

• Operate the DP system, ballast control, VMS, and fire & gas systems.
• Maintain rig in stable condition with correct draft and trim.
• Record DP system data and monitor alarms.
• Stand DP watch and perform emergency duties as per plan.
• Participate in safety meetings, trainings and drills.
• Follow Company OI & HSE requirements and risk controls.
• Mentor crew and maintain discipline and performance standards.

Skills

DP operations

VMS operation

Fire & Gas systems

Safety procedures

Effective communication

Education

High School Diploma

Trade/Technical certificate

Lifeboatman certificate

Havtil Norway qualifications (where applicable)

Tools

GMDSS knowledge

Job description

Offshore Marine Group

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Job Summary

Operate the DP system, Fire and Gas System, and the VMS (where applicable).

Job Description

REPORTING:

Reports to Senior Dynamic Positioning Operator (DPO) and functionally to the Chief Mate

SUPERVISION:

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 basic technical calculations required for the safe operation of the marine aspect of the rig.
• Lifeboatman certificate
• Norway Specific: Must hold qualifications in accordance with relevant authority requirements and the requirements of the Havtil ref. Activities Regulations.

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 Dynamic Positioning Operator 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.
• Norway Specific: Responsible to follow up on the working environment within the rig department.

Operational Discipline Requirements:

• Disciplined application and participation in the company risk management system.
• This is inclusive of:
• 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.

HSE Requirements:

• Demonstrate commitment and leadership in the protection of personnel, the environment, and assets.
• Coach personnel in the understanding of applicable Company OI & HSE requirements.
• Ensure work is executed in accordance with Company OI & HSE requirements.
• Call a Time Out when a real or perceived at risk behavior or unsafe condition is observed.
• Coach personnel to use WorkSight ENGAGE during the execution of planned work.
• Use WorkSight COACH during the execution of planned work and daily operations to reinforce Company requirements.
• Report all incidents, potential hazards, or abnormal situations. Ensure reported situations are acknowledged properly.
• Ensure the Control of Work process is complied with when planning and managing the execution of work.
• Ensure major accident barriers / controls are maintained.
• Ensure safe and organized work areas are maintained.
• Understand your role in an emergency, as designated in the Emergency Response Plan and Station Bill.
• Lead or participate in all emergency drills and exercises, as required.
• Ensure change is properly controlled and managed.

DUTIES:

The underlying expectation is that all duties are carried out in compliance with the Company Operational Discipline expectations and HSE requirements. When considering assignment of duties for the Dynamic Positioning Operator, the Supervisor and the Dynamic Positioning Operator will apply the rules of task planning to determine if the assigned role is appropriate. This means confirming that the individuals involved have the knowledge, skills, and experience to carry out the task, and the task plan complies with policy before they are authorized to proceed.

General Duties:

Operations/Maintenance:

• Operate and understand the ballast control system, Vessel Management System and fire and gas systems.
• Maintain the rig in a stable condition and at the correct draft and trim.
• Assist in the setup of the DP system operational parameters.
• Ensure that all DP system data are recorded.
• Advise the Driller and Chief Mate of potential position loss.
• Assist in performing Preventive Maintenance on DP equipment.
• Assist with running and maintaining records for hydrophones and subsea beacons.
• Make regular use of the onboard simulator, where available.
• Ensure that there is adequate power and reserves of power for the maintenance of position and operations; give immediate attention to any problems.
• Ensure that all defects and anomalies are reported to the Chief Mate or DPO and relevant department heads. Maintain records of these and ensure that they are corrected adequately.
• Stand navigation watch as authorized by the individual’s license.
• Assist Chief Mate with deck operations as required.
• Operate vessel’s radios as required.
• Operate vessel’s radars as required.
• Perform emergency duties and responsibilities as stated on the Station Bill, DP Emergency Response Plan and vessel specific Emergency Response Manual.
• Complete ISM familiarization material.
• Monitor all DP room alarms including DP system, VMS, Fire & Gas; Prioritize alarm response as necessary to maintain DP system operability by calling for technical assistance or additional DP room help.
• Assist as directed with rig projects.
• Control the vessel using manual and joystick controls.
• Use the Data Logger to optimize DP and Power Plant Operations.
• Use the Data Logger to detect and mitigate DP and Power Plant problems.
• Use the Data Logger to backup data.
• Export Data Logger data to Excel Format.
• Use radar displays for detection and interpretation of local severe weather patterns.
• Know principles and planning of Power Plant operations.
• Possess a basic understanding of diesel generator controls, operations, and failure modes.
• Be familiar with principles of basic closed-loop control system theory.
• Be familiar with Emergency Response Manual.
• Be familiar with operation of all software required for the DPO position.
• Know principles of thrusters performance, failure modes, and operation.
• Know principles of DP operations.
• Possess basic knowledge of the practical operation of the DP control system, including changing between systems and the various modes of operation.
• Know principles of DP processing of reference systems, wind sensors, VRS, and other peripheral equipment.
• Know basic operational theory, calibration methods, and failure modes of electronic riser and stack angle sensors.
• Possess a basic understanding of WSOC, drift-off calculations, and riser analysis.
• Possess a basic understanding of rig offset test to verify stack heading.
• Possess a basic understanding of ROV operations.
• Possess a basic understanding of EDS sequences and BOP operations.
• Possess a basic understanding of drilling operations and well control.
• Possess a basic understanding of boat handling.
• Possess a basic understanding of helicopter operations.
• Be familiar with basic operational theory and failure modes of pitch/roll/heave sensors.
• Be familiar with basic operational theory and failure modes of satellite and acoustic position reference systems.
• Possess knowledge of general math, trigonometry, and geometry.
• Possess a basic knowledge of architecture of distributed automation systems.
• Know operational response to all DP alarms (who to call, what to do).
• Know operational response to all Vessel Management System alarms (who to call, what to do).
• Know vessel's operations manuals and communications system.
• Know vessel’s FMEA and its implications.
• Complete training on any other systems relevant to the DP.
• Operates GMDSS radio station (this is to replace Operate vessel’s radios as required.)

Personnel:

• Promote and maintain good working relationships with other departments, third-party personnel and Customer representatives.
• Mentor, coach, develop and train crew members to ensure they are competent to work at their next job level.
• Provide leadership and motivation to the marine crews. Apply continuous improvement process.
• Deputize when operations, security of well, and personnel safety are not at risk.
• Assist in training to ensure that all personnel are competent to perform their allocated jobs.
• Participate fully in the annual performance appraisal process.
• Apply appropriate accountability regarding recognition; recommend promotion or disciplinary action up to and including discharge.

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