Ordinary Seaman

Valaris Limited; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Valaris Limited seeks an Ordinary Seaman to perform marine cleaning, deck maintenance, and navigational watchkeeping duties aboard offshore assets.

You will assist in rigging, crane operations, tool maintenance, and safety drills while following STCW standards. This role requires physical fitness and teamwork to ensure safe, efficient operations onboard.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent is required.
• Valid STCW 95 unlimited AB certificate with Flag State endorsement.
• Valid STCW 95 Proficiency in Survival Craft certificate.

Responsibilities

• Performs all work according to agreed expectations of both internal and external customers and contributes actively to continual improvement activities.
• Gives or relays hand signals and/or radio signals to Crane Operator to control the lift and movement of the load.
• Manually lifts, carries, and moves marine equipment, tools, and materials from place to place as required.
• Removes waste, debris, and accumulated trash from decks, stairs, compartments, and other areas of the vessel and dispose of properly.
• Sweeps and washes decks, bulkheads, and structures using brooms, mops, rags, brushes, air, and high-pressure water hoses.
• Assists in the care and protection of drill pipes, marine riser joints, and other tubular using such things as brushes, rabbits, thread protectors, and pipe dopes.
• Assists in assembling, dismantling, and maintenance of deck machinery, pumps, drilling tools, and other mechanical equipment.
• Prepares and cleans deck surfaces, superstructures, bulkheads, etc., prior to priming and painting.
• Paints prepared surfaces as directed (i.e. applies coats of primer, paint, and varnish with rollers and spray guns in accordance with painting specifications).
• Maintains a safe area for task assigned. Stows all tools and equipment at end of each tour to avoid safety hazards for other operations.
• Participates in emergency safety drills and responds to emergency situations as per assigned duties on the Station Bill.
• Stands navigational watch as required and under the supervision of the Officer on Watch.

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

STCW 95 unlimited AB certificate with relevant Flag State Endorsement

STCW 95 Proficiency in Survival Craft certificate

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Ordinary Seaman carries out general marine cleaning, maintenance, navigational watchkeeping duties, and other manual labor as required.

Principal Duties And Responsibilities

• Performs all work according to agreed expectations of both internal and external customers and contributes actively to continual improvement activities.
• Prepares cargo for lift by attaching slings through shackles or other attaching devices. Checks loads for clearance, obstructions, balance, and proper attachment.
• Gives or relays hand signals and/or radio signals to Crane Operator to control the lift and movement of the load.
• Manually lifts, carries, and moves marine equipment, tools, and materials from place to place as required.
• Removes waste, debris, and accumulated trash from decks, stairs, compartments, and other areas of the vessel and dispose of properly.
• Sweeps and washes decks, bulkheads, and structures using brooms, mops, rags, brushes, air, and high-pressure water hoses.
• Assists in cleaning up spills and accumulated waste and takes all necessary actions to prevent tripping and slipping hazards.
• Keeps marine tools in good condition, properly maintained, and stored when not in use.
• Keeps lines, hoses, slings, etc. coiled and other materials properly stored.
• Assists in the care and maintenance of the vessel’s marine machinery and equipment using proper tools and following safety rules and procedures.
• Operates air hoists, hydraulic hoists, chain hoists, and other cargo handling gear to lift or shift heavy equipment.
• Assists in the care and protection of drill pipes, marine riser joints, and other tubular using such things as brushes, rabbits, thread protectors, and pipe dopes.
• Assists in assembling, dismantling, and maintenance of deck machinery, pumps, drilling tools, and other mechanical equipment.
• Prepares and cleans deck surfaces, superstructures, bulkheads, etc., prior to priming and painting.
• Paints prepared surfaces as directed (i.e. applies coats of primer, paint, and varnish with rollers and spray guns in accordance with painting specifications).
• Maintains a safe area for task assigned. Stows all tools and equipment at end of each tour to avoid safety hazards for other operations.
• Participates in emergency safety drills and responds to emergency situations as per assigned duties on the Station Bill.
• Reports any incidents, potential hazards, or abnormal situations to supervisors.
• Stands navigational watch as required and under the supervision of the Officer on Watch.
• Attends weekly safety meetings and actively participates in all pre‑job meetings as required.

Qualifications / Education

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Valid STCW 95 unlimited AB certificate with relevant Flag State Endorsement.
• Valid STCW 95 Proficiency in Survival Craft certificate.

Behaviors

Analyze & Plan – Being deliberate in understanding and describing the problem to solve and using information from a range of relevant sources to develop solutions that are effective and evidence-based.

Collaborate – Collaborating effectively, sharing ideas, and leveraging one another’s strengths based on trust, transparency, and empathy, creating an environment where everyone’s input is valued.

Communicate – Communicate clearly with all employees and stakeholders, ensuring active listening, understanding, and timely information sharing.

Learn, Grow & Adapt – Building organizational capability through our own learning and development while coaching others and supporting others to adapt, learn, and develop.

Deliver Results – Striving to deliver and exceed required results, identifying and overcoming obstacles, and taking responsibility for the outcome while respecting our values.

Disclaimer / EEO Statement

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job. It is not designed to have or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

Valaris is an equal opportunity employer in all aspects of employment to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation or any other non‑job related factors.

Valaris is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application process. If you need such an accommodation, or a religious accommodation, please contact [e-mail].