Offshore Engineroom Operator – Power & Propulsion

Odfjell Drilling AS; Norway; On-site; NOK 650,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Odfjell Drilling AS is seeking Engineroom Operators to join our Competence Pool for offshore rig support. You will work across offshore units, ensuring safe, efficient operations and adherence to rig procedures and safety standards.

The role emphasizes hands-on management of engines, power plants, and propulsion systems, with opportunities for training and progression within a dynamic offshore team.

Qualifications

• Systematic familiarisation/Competence Assessment(s) for position.
• Documented relevant practical experience from offshore/maritime operation.
• In compliance to the continental shelf requirements.

Responsibilities

• Report any discrepancy of the technical plant to the Assistant Technical Section Leader.
• Ensure that approved rig operating procedures are adhered to at all times.
• Monitor and maintain all main engines and ancillary machinery involved in the rig’s maritime operations.
• Monitor the power plants controls and power distribution and consumption – ensuring power is available at all times.
• Perform troubleshooting, problem solving and plan activities to prevent problems from occurring with the power plant and related equipment.
• Responsible for updating engine logs.
• Daily inspections and maintenance of the provisions refrigeration machinery.
• Ensure housekeeping is maintained in the assigned areas.
• Participate in maintenance work relating to the deck and drilling areas if instructed by chief engineer.
• Report all unsafe activities, situations, and potential hazards to supervisor.
• Responsible for ensuring tools are available and in working order, and that there are sufficient spare parts for maintenance work.
• ERO is responsible for familiarising himself with the company’s quality assurance system and current maintenance system and ensuring compliance with these systems.
• Must be able to effectively use all safety and environmental tools employed by Odfjell (4-point check, Prompt card, PTW etc.).
• Actively participate in the Safety Management Systems
• Actively participate in weekly rig and departmental safety meetings
• Instruct, train, direct and supervise Motor Man and Environmental Engineer
• Complete training requirements in a timely manner as per Odfjell training matrix

Skills

Offshore operation experience

Job description

Odfjell Drilling AS is seeking Engineroom Operators to join our Competence Pool for offshore rig support. You will work across offshore units, ensuring safe, efficient operations and adherence to rig procedures and safety standards.

The role emphasizes hands-on management of engines, power plants, and propulsion systems, with opportunities for training and progression within a dynamic offshore team.