Offshore Production Operator & Mentor | Zone Zero Safety

Island Operating; Scott (LA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 97,000; Full time

Job summary

The ideal candidate will work independently, mentor junior operators, and communicate effectively with offshore crews, client representatives, and contractors. A strong background in three-phase separation, glycol dehydration, heat exchangers, and production reporting is essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 3 years offshore production operations experience.
• Strong understanding of offshore oil and gas production processes and equipment.
• Experience with three-phase separation, glycol dehydration, heat exchangers, chemical treating systems, produced water systems, production optimization, oil and gas measurement, and utility systems.
• Working knowledge of PTW, LOTO, JSA, and safe work practices.
• Proficient computer skills and production reporting experience.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate, monitor, troubleshoot, and optimize offshore production and utility systems.
• Perform equipment start-ups, shutdowns, and process adjustments to maximize production efficiency.
• Monitor and control process variables including pressure, temperature, flow, level, and chemical injection rates.
• Perform production optimization while maintaining product quality and minimizing downtime.
• Operate and monitor separators, dehydration systems, heat exchangers, produced water systems, burners, compressors, pumps, and associated equipment.
• Perform routine inspections and identify equipment abnormalities before failures occur.
• Conduct equipment testing, calibration, preventive inspections, and minor maintenance.
• Coordinate Lockout/Tagout isolations and PTW activities for maintenance.
• Participate in JSA, Toolbox Talks, Risk Assessments, and safety meetings.
• Monitor Fire & Gas systems, ESD systems, and other safety-critical equipment.
• Complete daily production reports, logs, and client-required paperwork accurately and on time.
• Coordinate vendor and contractor activities while maintaining safe practices.
• Assist in training and mentoring less experienced operators.
• Maintain excellent housekeeping and support a positive team environment.

Skills

Offshore production ops

Troubleshooting

Process optimization

Safety mindset

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

PTW (Permit to Work)

LOTO (Lockout/Tagout)

JSA (Job Safety Analysis)

Glycol dehydration systems

Three-phase separation

Heat exchangers

Produced water systems

Oil & gas measurement

Utility systems

Production optimization

Job description

The ideal candidate will work independently, mentor junior operators, and communicate effectively with offshore crews, client representatives, and contractors. A strong background in three-phase separation, glycol dehydration, heat exchangers, and production reporting is essential.