Senior Dynamic Positioning Operator – Offshore DP Expert

Taleo; Louisiana (MO); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Hornbeck Offshore Inc. is seeking an experienced Officer of the Watch (Deck) / DPO to join our offshore fleet of IMR vessels.

The role focuses on maintaining precise vessel positioning during crane lifts, ROV operations, and subsea construction activities aboard active DP-equipped ships. The successful candidate will bring at least 3 years of DPO sea-going experience, STCW II/1 compliance, and a DP Operator's Certificate.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years sea-going DPO experience.
• DP Operator's Certificate required.
• STCW II/1 compliance required.
• Fluent English, verbal and written.

Responsibilities

• Operate DP systems to maintain safe vessel positioning during lifts and ROV ops.
• Coordinate with crane, ROV, survey, and construction teams for DP integration.
• Maintain DP logs, performance data, and FMEA/DP check records.
• Support Master and SDPO with bridge watchkeeping as needed.

Skills

DP operations

Bridge watchkeeping

English fluency

ISM/ISPS/MARPOL knowledge

Team coordination

Education

STCW II/1 compliant

DP Operator's Certificate

Tools

Active heave-compensated cranes

IMCA DP guidelines

Job description

Hornbeck Offshore Inc. is seeking an experienced Officer of the Watch (Deck) / DPO to join our offshore fleet of IMR vessels.

The role focuses on maintaining precise vessel positioning during crane lifts, ROV operations, and subsea construction activities aboard active DP-equipped ships. The successful candidate will bring at least 3 years of DPO sea-going experience, STCW II/1 compliance, and a DP Operator's Certificate.