MPD Specialist

Transocean; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Transocean Offshore is seeking an experienced MPD Equipment Specialist to lead maintenance and operations of the MPD systems aboard offshore assets near Houston, TX. The role requires hands-on expertise with MPD equipment, safety compliance, and strong teamwork in high-hazard environments.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or higher, well-control certification, and 4+ years of offshore MPD experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or higher required; trade school/university preferred.
• Must hold a valid Well Control certificate and current medical/vaccination records.
• Minimum 4+ years of offshore MPD experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repair of MPD equipment including surface manifolds, RCD, MPD IRJ components, and surface equipment such as HPUs.
• Lead onsite operation of the MPD IRJ and ensure compliance with policies and procedures.
• Train and mentor subsea team on MPD IRJ tasks and safety standards.
• Ensure regulatory documents (API 16RCD, API 92S, etc.) are current and up-to-date.
• Supervise MPD equipment inspection and report deficiencies.

Skills

Offshore MPD experience

Safety consciousness

Teamwork

Mechanical aptitude

Documentation & compliance

Education

High School Diploma

Trade School/University graduate (where relevant)

Well Control certificate

Medical examination & vaccination certificates

Job description

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Job Summary

Job Description

REPORTING

Reports to the MPD Supervisor

SUPERVISION

None

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 Well Control certificate per the standard defined on the training matrix
• Valid medical examination and vaccination certificates.
• 4+ years of Offshore MPD experience
• OEM MPD 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 Equipment Specialist 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.
• 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

• 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 housekeeping is maintained within the Areas of Responsibility.
• Ensure that subordinates understand their roles as related to the Emergency Response Plan and are capable of responding to emergency situations as designated on the station bill.
• Ensure all required well control drills are performed and evaluate all personnel’s responses; Conduct After Action Reviews and ensure that findings are communicated to the crew and lessons learned captured.
• Ensure that DROPS inspections are conducted as per the rig’s DROPS inspection program.

DUTIES

The underlying expectation is that all duties are carried out in compliance with the Company Operational Discipline expectations and HSE requirements.

GENERAL DUTIES

Operations/Maintenance:

• Perform maintenance and repair of all MPD equipment inclusive of surface manifolds, RCD and MPD IRJ components and associated surface equipment such as the HPU, HCS, reels and accessories.
• Lead the onsite operation of the MPD IRJ and associated components ensuring compliance with the relevant policies and procedures.
• Train and mentor subsea department on all MPD IRJ related tasks.
• A good understanding of all regulatory documentation such as API 16RCD, API 92S etc.
• Supervise all MPD equipment inspection requirements and advise relevant members of any deficiencies.
• Identify any potential equipment or operational issues and report using the correct processes.
• Complete sealing element evaluation reports and any other required field documentation and upload to AIM. Ensure MPD manager is copied in distribution.
• Lead all IRJ rig up and operational procedures.
• Complete AAR of every MPD IRJ deployment and retrieval. Submit to MPD manager.
• Record all equipment associated downtime in AIM and ensure MPD manager is copied.
• Advise on correct sealing element sizing and properties for each bearing assembly deployment.
• Troubleshoot all MPD equipment and implement corrective action.
• Ensure all equipment is current and complete to latest revision levels including operation manuals.
• Competent in the use of the MPD control software.
• Perform various other duties and activities as assigned by supervisor within the physical constraints of the job.
• Liaise with equipment OEMs to ensure latest policies and procedures are adhered to.

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