Offshore Ballast Control Lead — USCG BCO

Danos, LLC; Houma (LA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Danos, LLC is seeking a Deepwater Ballast Control Operator to maintain offshore facility stability through ballast and fluid transfer, vessel maneuvering, and systems oversight.

Role requires a USCG BCO license with offshore experience preferred, and a strong commitment to safety, HSSE standards and continuous improvement. Supervisory capabilities and CI participation are valued, with ongoing focus on maintenance and performance enhancements.

Qualifications

• USCG BCO license required.
• Offshore experience preferred.
• Fully Vaccinated.
• Rigger Certification.
• Crane Certification.
• Supervisory Experience desired.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate personal leadership in process and occupational safety.
• Utilize the GoM Safe Practices Manual to control and mitigate work hazards.
• Ensure compliance with HSSE standards and OMS.
• Perform duties of Issuing Authority (IA) or Performing Authority (PA) in accordance with ISSOW.
• Manage marine operations focusing on ballast and fluid transfer, vessel maneuvering, and system management.
• Calculate weight shifts and center of gravity to maintain facility stability.
• Provide marine input for projects and turnaround preparations.
• Ensure compliance with GoC for maintenance work.
• Collaborate with functional support to address process safety and operational optimization.
• Record maintenance routines and defects in Maximo with detail.
• Complete planned maintenance routines and procedures.
• Monitor and manage supply levels of production chemicals, critical spares, and materials.
• Comply with MoC process for procedural and equipment changes.
• Record shift and crew-change handovers accurately.
• Actively participate in Continuous Improvement (CI) initiatives.
• Participate in root-cause failure investigations to enhance operational efficiency.
• Maintain technical integrity of instrument equipment and recommend maintenance strategy improvements.
• Engage in coaching and knowledge sharing with team members.
• Regularly review performance objectives and progress with supervisor.
• Implement performance management and career development processes.
• Ensure compliance with GoM competency requirements and regulatory competence.
• Maintain learning and development through the Virtual Training Assistant (VTA) portal.
• Engage in CMAS requirements.
• Act as a member of the emergency response team and participate in drills and exercises.

Skills

USCG BCO license

Offshore experience

Fully Vaccinated

Rigger Certification

Crane Certification

Supervisory Experience

Job description

Danos, LLC is seeking a Deepwater Ballast Control Operator to maintain offshore facility stability through ballast and fluid transfer, vessel maneuvering, and systems oversight.

Role requires a USCG BCO license with offshore experience preferred, and a strong commitment to safety, HSSE standards and continuous improvement. Supervisory capabilities and CI participation are valued, with ongoing focus on maintenance and performance enhancements.