Assistant Derrickhand

Valaris Limited; Houston, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Valaris Limited seeks an Assistant Derrickhand to work in the mud pump room, supporting the Derrickhand and assisting with operating and maintaining drilling fluid pumping, treatment, and mixing systems on offshore rigs. You will assist in drilling operations at main or auxiliary well centers, ensure safe performance, complete daily checks, and maintain records with a proper handover at shift end.

Offshore experience on floating rigs is preferred; good communication and basic computer skills are

Qualifications

• Offshore experience including time on a floating rig (preferably drillship).
• Good communication skills (oral and written).
• Basic computer skills.
• Completion of all training and certification requirements for the Assistant Derrick hand position as described in the training matrix.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor mud pumps, mud tanks, and fluid treatment systems.
• Assist Derrickhand and relieve as required.
• Maintain records of fluid transfers, treatments, and properties.
• Line up mud pumps, tanks, and flow paths; monitor oil levels.
• Perform preventive maintenance on drilling fluid pumping and treatment equipment.

Skills

Offshore experience

Good communication

Basic computer skills

Education

Training and certification for Assistant Derrick hand

Job description

The Assistant Derrickhand works in the mud pump room and assists the Derrickhand in performing all tasks related to drilling fluid management including operating and maintaining drilling fluid pumping, treatment, and mixing systems.This position also assists in the execution of all drilling operations for the main or auxiliary well centers as required.All dutieswill be conductedin accordance with company policies and procedures, in a safe and efficient manner.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

Follows standard instructions and maintains good communication with the Derrick hand ; providesnotification of any concern, ensuring any deviationis properly communicated and documented.

Ensures operationsare planned, organized, supervised, and executed in accordance with wellprograms, rig move plans, Valaris requirements, and contractual obligations.

Assists Derrickhand in performing daily checks (i.e. QHSE checks, tank volumes, manifoldlineupsetc.).

Assists and relieves the Derrick hand as required.

Assists Derrick hand in mixing tasks, forklift driving, sack store management, etc.

Monitors the mud pumps, mud tanks, and fluid treatment systems during operations and reportsany unexplained changes to the Driller.

Ensures solid control equipment andmud mixingoperations are being monitored constantlyandkeeps accurate records of fluid transfers, fluid treatments, and fluid properties.

Lines up mud pumps, mud tanks, and flow paths as directed.

Checks and monitors oil levels of machinery in mud pump and mud processing rooms.

Maintains records of mud pump hours.

Maintains hygiene and housekeeping to Company standards with a particular focus on clearescape routes and walkways.

Works on the rig floor and any other areas where drilling operationsare being conductedwhenrequired.

Performs preventive maintenance or maintenance repairs occurring on all fluid pumping andtreatment equipment.

Provides detailed written handover at end of shift to the relieving Assistant Derrick hand .

Qualifications / Experience

Offshore experience including time on a floating rig (preferably drillship).

Good communication skills (oral and written).

Basic computer skills.

Completion of all training and certification requirements for the Assistant Derrick hand position asdescribed in the training matrix.

Behaviors

As part of our commitment to fostering a high-performance culture, employees are expected to align their actions and decisions with the principles outlined in our Behavioral Framework. This framework serves as the foundation for our organizational culture and guides our behaviors to drive better outcomes across the company. Employees are responsible for incorporating these behaviors into their daily actions, relationships, and decision-making to help manage expectations, strengthen relationships, and contribute to the overall success of the organization.

Our five behaviors that define our culture are:

Analyze & Plan – Being deliberate in understanding and describing the problem to solve and using information from a range of relevant sources to develop solutions that are effective and evidence-based.

Collaborate – Collaborating effectively, sharing ideas, and leveraging one another’s strengths based on trust, transparency, and empathy, creating an environment where everyone’s input is valued.

Communicate – Communicate clearly with all employees and stakeholders, ensuring active listening, understanding, and timely information sharing.

Learn, Grow & Adapt – Building organizational capability through our own learning and development while coaching others and supporting others to adapt, learn, and develop.

Deliver Results – S triving to deli ver and exceed required results, identifying and overcoming obstacles, and taking responsibility for the outcome while respecting our values.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

Valaris is an equal opportunity employer in all aspects of employment to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age,disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation or any other non-job related factors. Valaris is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application process. If you need such an accommodation, or a religious accommodation, please contact [e-mail].

About Us

At Valaris, our core purpose is to provide responsible solutions that deliver energy to the world. Our purpose is the driving force that defines us as a leading organization in our industry. Our diverse fleet of ultra-deepwater drillships, versatile semisubmersibles and modern shallow-water jackups is capable of meeting a wide spectrum of customers’ well program requirements. Our rig fleet is among the most technologically advanced in the industry and our well-trained crews perform at the highest levels in the most challenging offshore environments. With an unwavering focus on safety and dedicated employees, we provide innovative solutions and aim to deliver excellence in everything that we do.