Offshore Installation Manager

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Job Summary

Superior authority onboard the rig for the operational safety, efficiency, drilling integrity and client relations, implementation and upholding of safety to prevent injuries, preserve life, protect equipment while maintaining compliance with environmental requirements. Provide onboard leadership and direction for department leaders, for meeting the client drilling program requirements while considering company procedures and allocated rig budget.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Organize and supervise the activities of drilling, marine and maintenance departments to effectively carry out management and command functions in compliance with company procedures.
• Communicate with the Rig Manager in reviewing and discussing the client’s projected well program before operations commence and throughout the well as necessary to stay abreast of pertinent operational activities and time factors.
• Manage and review the execution of the drilling program in coordination with Client Representative and rig department heads through the daily operations plans (IADC logs).
• Make all decisions in conjunction with departments’ heads regarding utilization of equipment, making sure the rig and support equipment is properly maintained and fit for purpose.
• Ensure the availability of the optimum quantity of rig supplies, parts, materials, fuel, lubricants, potable water for the drilling program are onboard.
• Determine when to cease or resume operations, as per company procedures in cooperation with the Rig Manager.
• Plan, approve, and supervise rig activities such as equipment maintenance, preventive maintenance program, repairs, daily maintenance of drilling fluids, rigging up or down, ensuring all activities are coordinated with minimal loss of time or effort.
• Plan operations with the Marine department all related rig move activities, ensuring compliance with the rig's Marine Operations Procedures to prepare for the rig move.
• Assess the new drilling location considering water depth, seabed conditions, weather, setting up location and proximity to infrastructure.
• Obtain necessary permits and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements for the rig move.
• Ensure rig complies with Flag State and certifying Regulatory Bodies requirements.
• Coordinate with vessel operators, tugboat crews, and support teams for efficient execution of the rig move.
• Supervise and monitor rig positioning and anchor mooring or preloading and leg penetration during rig movement and placement.
• Serve as the command team leader during emergency situations, leading the Rig’s emergency response teams as detailed on the Emergency Plan and Company Procedures.
• Ensure all personnel are instructed in the procedures to be adopted in the case of an emergency.
• Ensure Well Control and general safety drills are held and recorded in accordance with Company requirements.

Marine & Rig Move

Management Of Major Emergencies

Client Management

Reporting And Documentation

People Management & Development

Job Requirements

Minimum educational level required : High School or Vocational / Technical Qualification.

Minimum (15+) years of working experience in drilling and workover operations with renowned drilling contractors and a career history showing time served as Driller, Day Tool Pusher and Night Tool Pusher.

Minimum previous experience of Two (2) years as a Senior Tool Pusher or OIM.

Fluent in English (written & spoken).

PC literate in Microsoft Office.

Business & Financial Acumen, Leadership, Situation Awareness, Communication, Team Management, Performance shaping factor – stress and fatigue, Problem Solving, Agility & Pace.

As per ADES Training Matrix.

Valid Well Control (Well Sharp / IADC) Certificate.

Valid MODU OIM Licenses.

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