Deepwater Operator A

Danos; Galliano (LA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Danos seeks a Deepwater Operator A to oversee startup, operation, monitoring and shutdown of offshore process and utility systems, ensuring parameters stay within limits and safety procedures are followed. You will conduct tests, calibrations and maintenance, witness calibrations, and maintain accurate daily production reporting.

The role requires 4–6 years offshore experience, a High School Diploma or equivalent, and ENG1 or equivalent medical clearance.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 4–6 years offshore production operator experience.
• ENG1 or equivalent medical clearance.

Responsibilities

• Start up, operate, monitor and shut down offshore process and utility systems.
• Monitor and optimize process parameters within operating requirements.
• Ensure sampling is carried out and results acted upon.
• Maintain discharge water quality within guidelines.
• Operate electrical/hydraulic control panels and safety systems.
• Submit accurate production reporting daily or as required.
• Coordinate logistics for facility and assist maintenance as needed.
• Adhere to PTW systems, toolbox talks and risk assessments.
• Maintain clear communications with maintenance and vendor personnel.

Skills

Offshore experience

Permit to work

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

The position of Deepwater Operator A entails overseeing the startup, operation, monitoring, and shutdown of process and utility systems, ensuring they operate within specified parameters and meet quality standards. Responsibilities also include troubleshooting to optimize sales quality and delivery volume, maintaining compliance with environmental guidelines, conducting equipment testing and maintenance, and facilitating a safe work environment through risk assessments and clear communication. Additionally, the position involves maintaining accurate records, witnessing calibrations, and fostering positive working relationships.

Responsibilities

• Start up, operate, monitor and shut down process and utility systems.
• Monitor, maintain and optimize process parameters (level, flow, temperature, pressure etc.) within operating requirements.
• Ensure sampling is carried out and sample results are acted upon.
• Troubles shoot to maximize sales quality and delivery volume to identify problems.
• Maintain discharge water quality within current SBMPC or local guidelines.
• Monitor and operate electrical/hydraulic control panels, safety and emergency shutdown devices, fire and gas systems.
• Ensure accurate production reporting is submitted daily or as required by company and client.
• Witness third party calibrations when appropriate to provide verification of meter factors and volumes.
• Prove export oil meters.
• Carry out all operations in safe and environmentally sound manner.
• Operate offshore production facility in accordance with customer requirements.
• Test, calibrate, maintain and inspect equipment.
• Perform mandatory paperwork required by customer and government agencies.
• Coordinate logistics for facility.
• Chemical treating and handling.
• Facilitate maintenance operations by applying/removing isolations as required.
• Operation under PTW system, Toolbox Talk and Risk Assessments.
• Advise maintenance personnel on hazards of plant and equipment.
• Maintain clear and precise communications during maintenance operations.
• Control activities of vendor and subcontractor personnel.
• Create and maintain effective working relationships.
• Create and maintain positive work culture.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• 4-6 years experience working offshore as a production operator.
• Good experience of permit to work.
• Medically fit to offshore international standards such as ENG1 or equivalent.