Offshore J-Lay/VLS Control Room Operator

OSM Thome Limited; United States; Remote; USD 78,000 - 123,000; Full time

Job summary

OSM Thome Limited is hiring a J-Lay/VLS Control Room Operator for offshore fleet operations. The role involves operating the J-Lay tower and VLS from the control room, ensuring safe installation of the product and clear reporting on status and issues.

The position requires experience with J-Lay/MLS/Vertical Lay systems, fluency in English, and adherence to safety procedures. Rotation is 35/35 days on/off with worldwide travel and 12-hour shifts. Contract is 12 months, renewable.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as J-Lay Tower/MLS/Vertical Lay System Operator.
• IHC Vertical Lay System experience is required.
• Fluent in English, both spoken and written.

Responsibilities

• Operate the J-Lay tower and VLS from the control room or local consoles, ensuring safe handling of the product.
• Keep the 1st Assistant informed of construction status and potential issues; report abnormal conditions or lay parameters.
• Report malfunctions and alarms to mechanical/electrical teams for verification and intervention as needed.
• Comply with Saipem QHSE policy and safety procedures to perform activities safely.
• Report near misses and incidents to the 1st Assistant.
• Participate in Tool Box Talks, JSA, and Risk Assessments as required.
• Adhere to the Permit-to-work system and ensure proper handovers at shift changes.
• Maintain a detailed log of all activities from JLT/VLS control rooms.
• Assist Field engineer in monitoring JLT and VLS activities as required.
• Report to the 1st Assistant.

Skills

J-Lay Tower

MLS Operator

Vertical Lay System

English Fluent

Job description

OSM Thome Limited is hiring a J-Lay/VLS Control Room Operator for offshore fleet operations. The role involves operating the J-Lay tower and VLS from the control room, ensuring safe installation of the product and clear reporting on status and issues.

The position requires experience with J-Lay/MLS/Vertical Lay systems, fluency in English, and adherence to safety procedures. Rotation is 35/35 days on/off with worldwide travel and 12-hour shifts. Contract is 12 months, renewable.