Offshore Floorhand: Drilling & Rig Safety Specialist

Archer Ltd; Lafayette (LA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Archer Ltd is seeking a Floorhand to join our offshore drilling crew. You will help maintain a clean, organized, and safe rig floor, support the Driller and wider team in drilling, P&A and well-servicing operations, and assist with cementing, mud systems and rig moves.

Travel offshore by boat or helicopter and work on rotation schedules. The role requires practical problem-solving, strong safety discipline and the ability to work independently or as part of a crew in a demanding field

Qualifications

• 1-2 years' experience in an equivalent Floorhand role.
• Drilling contractor experience, preferably including Plug & Abandonment
• Modular rig experience, snubbing and / or hydraulic workover units
• Experience with hydraulic systems, diesel engines and pumping systems
• Basic knowledge of cementing operations, including volumes, displacement, mixing and pumping

Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean, organized and safe rig floor and support the Driller and wider rig team in safe and efficient drilling, P&A and well-servicing operations.
• Assist with mud and fluid systems, including pump operation and maintenance, mud sampling, basic weight/viscosity checks, chemical handling, shale shaker maintenance and screen changes.
• Support cementing activities, including mixing and pumping cement plugs, and post-cementing clean-up.
• Work closely with the Driller and crew, provide task-level guidance to Roustabouts, participate in handovers and meetings, and perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Independent work

Communication skills

Time management

Problem solving

Safety discipline

Tools

Hydraulic systems

Diesel engines

Pumping systems

Job description

Archer Ltd is seeking a Floorhand to join our offshore drilling crew. You will help maintain a clean, organized, and safe rig floor, support the Driller and wider team in drilling, P&A and well-servicing operations, and assist with cementing, mud systems and rig moves.

Travel offshore by boat or helicopter and work on rotation schedules. The role requires practical problem-solving, strong safety discipline and the ability to work independently or as part of a crew in a demanding field