MOTORMAN

Job Description: The Motorman assists the Chief Engineer, Rig Engineer and/or Rig Mechanic (assigned projects) with various preventive maintenance, repair, installation and removal, monitoring of diesel engine and support systems associated with the engine room operations, and other mechanical systems about the drilling unit as directed.

The individual should have the following prerequisites:

• Primarily promotes experienced Roustabouts and Roughnecks to this position.  It is preferable that an individual have a minimum of 3 years experience working as a Roustabout and/or Roughneck prior to promotion to Motorman.  New hires will preferably possess 3-5 years current experience as a Motorman (or equivalent rating) employed on a specific class of offshore drilling unit.
• BST, H2S, WHMIS, First Aid certification definite asset.

MATERIALS COORDINATOR (STOREKEEPER)

Job Description: It is the job of the Storekeeper to request, received and inventory, maintain, control and distribute the equipment or supplies needed for the operation of the drilling rig in a safe and efficient manner.  In addition, the employee is responsible for the housekeeping of all storage areas and material filing systems.  The Storekeeper on the semi-submersible rig is also responsible for maintaining shore base communication both through telephone and fax.  The Storekeeper reports to the Toolpusher.

The individual should have the following prerequisites:

• Accounting or previous Storekeeper experience. Computer experience or training is desired.
• BST, H2S, WHMIS, First Aid certification definite asset.

ROUSTABOUT 

Job Description: Work activity includes the safe and proper rigging and slinging of all loads lifted and moved by the offshore unit's deck cranes and other lifting equipment to include various operational system components and equipment, supplies, containers, tublars and other materials utilized in the daily functioning of the offshore unit as directed by the Crane Operator.  During non-crane operational modes, the Roustabout's work activity includes various maintenance work about the entire offshore unit to include paint preparation, painting, material/equipment movement about the decks, repair and maintenance of systems and equipment within various departments as assigned/directed on a project basis.  During relocation of the drilling unit, the Roustabout assists as directed in positioning the drilling unit on and off location.

The individual should have the following prerequisites:

• One to two years prior work experience in offshore/land drilling as rigger/slinger or crane assistant preferred; and/or other industry related maintenance experience.
• BST, H2S, WHMIS, First Aid certification definite asset.

ROUGHNECK 

Job Description: Operates and maintains all rig floor drill string handling and hoisting equipment and well control systems and equipment as directed by the Driller.  The Roughneck operates and maintains all related tools and other equipment required to run casing, run and retrieve drill string, riser, subsea equipment and specialized tools as required.  During non-drilling operations, the Roughneck's work activities include repair and maintenance of all drilling systems, equipment and work areas as directed by the Driller.  During relocation of the drilling unit, the Roughneck assists as directed in positioning the drilling unit on and off location.

The individual should have the following prerequisites:

• Primarily promotes experienced Roustabouts to this position.  It is preferable that an individual have a minimum of two years experience working as a Roustabout prior to promotion to Roughneck.  New hires will preferably possess three to five years current experience as a Roughneck or Derrickman employed on a specific class of offshore drilling unit pertaining to the Company's needs.
• BST, H2S, WHMIS, First Aid certification definite asset.

ABLE-BODIED SEAMAN

Job Description: Responsible for performing the job duties assigned by the Bosun which relate to the operation and maintenance of the drillship.

The individual should have the following prerequisites:

• An individual must have a minimum of 18 months verified experience as an Ordinary Seaman for the limited Able-Bodied Seaman Certificate or 3 years experience as an Ordinary Seaman for the unlimited Able-Bodied Seaman Certificate.  In order to obtain this certificate, the individual must be able to demonstrate his knowledge in the lowering and lifting of life boats. 
• BST, H2S, WHMIS, First Aid certification definite asset.

OFFSHORE SAFETY & TRAINING COORDINATOR (RSTC)

Job Description: Responsible for carrying out the work activity and objectives established by the OIM, and the administration and implementation of the safety management system.  These duties include but are not limited to being a rig safety committee member, assisting in crew safety meetings, emergency preparedness, safety equipment inspection, assisting in conducting emergency drills as required, assisting in maintained documented compliance with applicable regulatory authorities, monitoring crew job safety analysis (JSA) reports and incident reports, conducting new personnel rig orientation and coordinating OJT programs.

The individual should have the following prerequisites:

• New hires will preferably possess three to five years experience employed on a mobile offshore drilling (MODU) pertaining to the Company's needs.
• All candidates will posses appropriate certifications as required for rig specific needs, client requirements and/or regulatory requirements based on operating location.
• In-depth knowledge of technical rig based on-the-job training programs is required for this position in order to facilitate the Company's OJT program operation and administration.
• BST, H2S, WHMIS, First Aid certification definite asset.

CRANE OPERATOR

Job Description: Designated operator of all deck cranes utilized in the lifting and movement of all operations equipment, systems, supplies, containers, tubulars and other materials utilized in the daily functioning of the offshore unit as directed.  During non-crane operational modes, the Crane Operator's work activity includes supervising Roustabouts and participating in various maintenance work about the entire offshore unit, to include paint preparation, painting, material/equipment movement, repair and maintenance of systems and equipment within various departments as assigned/directed on a project basis.  During the relocation of a drilling unit, the Crane Operator assists as directed in positioning the drilling unit on and off location.

The individual should have the following prerequisites:

• Three to five years current experience as offshore crane operator employed on offshore drilling unit.
• BST, H2S, WHMIS, First Aid certification REQUIRED.

ASSISTANT CRANE OPERATOR

Job Description: The Assistant Crane Operator is a roustabout who has been chosen as a trainee crane operator.  The Crane Operator shall train him in the use of the crane.  Under his supervision, the assistant crane operator shall be trained in all aspects of the Crane Operators position.  This shall include the lifting and movement of all operations equipment, systems, supplies, containers, tublars and other materials utilized in the daily functioning of the offshore unit.  When not required to operate a crane the assistant crane operator shall resume his duties as a roustabout and follow the job description for that position.

The individual should have the following prerequisites:

• Experienced roustabouts are primarily promoted to this position.  It is preferable that an individual has a minimum of one years experience working as a roustabout prior to promotion to Crane Operator.
• BST, H2S, WHMIS, First Aid certification REQUIRED.

ASSISTANT DRILLER

Job Description:  Must be able to perform the functions of the Driller, but will do so only with the guidance and direction of the Driller.  Operates and monitors all drilling systems and equipment, assists in drill crew work activities, and manages appropriate drilling documentation for the process of drilling oil and gas wells from an offshore drilling unit to the satisfaction of the client, Company management, and within compliance of applicable regulations.

The individual should have the following prerequisites:

• Preferably a minimum of three years experience working as a Derrickman
• Three to five years current experience as Asst Driller employed on an offshore drilling unit
• Valid well control certification
• Satisfy lifeboatman/sea survival requirements as per regulatory body/vessel certificate of inspection, if designated lifeboatman
• Must successfully satisfy all applicable international regulatory body and client training requirements associated with the offshore assignment

DRILLER

Job Description:  Operates and monitors all drilling systems and equipment, supervises all drill crew work activities, and manages appropriate drilling documentation for the process of drilling oil and gas wells from an offshore drilling unit to the satisfaction of the client, Company management, and within compliance of applicable regulations.

The individual should have the following prerequisites:

• Preferably a minimum of three years experience working as an Assistant Driller
• Three to five years current experience as Driller employed on an offshore drilling unit
• Valid well control certification
• Satisfy lifeboatman/sea survival requirements as per regulatory body/vessel certificate of inspection, if designated lifeboatman
• Must successfully satisfy all applicable international regulatory body and client training requirements associated with the offshore assignment

ELECTRICIAN

Job Description:  Responsible for various duties including but not limited to the operational integrity, maintenance (preventive maintenance), installation/removal of electrical equipment, repair and documentation of the entire offshore unit's electrical systems and equipment to include all refrigeration and air conditioning systems, all electrical power generation sources, rectifiers and circuits, transformers, power distribution equipment, electrical motors and controllers, performing diagnostic tests and troubleshooting system faults and failures, of all electrical equipment down to the component level.  The ultimate objective of this position is to ensure that electrical power is supplied where and when needed, that all electrical systems are within safety and regulatory body compliance standards and all electrical equipment remains operative throughout the operation.

The individual should have the following prerequisites:

• One to three years rig electrician experience employed on offshore floating or jack-up operations preferred or a minimum of five years experience with heavy duty D.C. machinery plus two years specific SCR system experience pertaining to the company's needs
• Satisfy lifeboatman/sea survival requirements as per regulatory body/vessel certificate of inspection, if designated lifeboatman
• Must successfully satisfy all applicable international regulatory body and client training requirements associated with the offshore assignment

ELECTRONICS TECHNICIAN

Job Description:  The Electronic Technician is the designated electronics specialist who is responsible for the operational integrity maintenance (preventive maintenance) installation and removal of electronic equipment, repair and documentation of the entire offshore unit's electronic systems down to the component level.

The individual should have the following prerequisites:

• Extensive experience in electronic maintenance and repair and preferable that the individual have some knowledge and understanding of off-shore drilling procedures.

MECHANIC

Job Description:  Designated mechanical specialist who is responsible for various duties including but not limited to the operational integrity, maintenance (preventive maintenance), installation and removal of mechanical systems/ components repair and documentation of the offshore unit’s system, BOP systems, pipe handling system, rotary components, pumps, mud conditioning equipment, deck equipment such as winches, air tuggers and cranes, and auxiliary equipment such as compressors, pumps and water systems, piping, fittings, valves and emergency preparedness equipment.  The ultimate objective of this position is to ensure that all mechanical systems remain operative throughout the operation and comply with safety, regulatory body and test standards.

The individual should have the following prerequisites:

·          Three to five years rig mechanic experience employed on offshore floating or jack-up drilling operation preferred.

·          Prefer diesel engine trade school or equivalent training.

·          Satisfy lifeboatman/sea survival requirements as per appropriate regulatory body/vessel certificate of inspection, if designated lifeboatman.

·          Must successfully satisfy all applicable regulatory body and client training requirements associated with offshore assignment.

TOOLPUSHER

Job Description:  Supervise the work activity of the entire drilling department personnel to include carrying out objectives established by the Rig Manager, Shorebase Superintendent, or the Offshore Installation Manager.  Essential functions include planning, scheduling, problem solving, conducting inspections and operational meetings, interacting with other rig department heads, and communicating directions to the Night Toolpusher and/or Driller.  The ultimate objective of this position is to complete successful offshore oil and/or gas wells to the satisfaction of the Client, Company management and within compliance of applicable regulations.

The individual should have the following prerequisites:

·          Preferably possess 3-5 years current experience as a Day or Senior Toolpusher employed on a specific class of offshore drilling unit pertaining to the Company’s needs.

·          Must maintain valid well control certification from appropriate regulatory

·          Satisfy lifeboatman/sea survival requirement as per appropriate regulatory body/vessel certificate of inspection if designated Lifeboatman.

·          Must successfully satisfy all applicable international regulatory body and client training requirements associated with offshore assignment(s).

SUBSEA ENGINEER

Job Description: The subsea engineer is a key position in the drilling department responsible for the proper maintenance, monitoring and operation of the subsea systems equipment.

The individual should have the following prerequisites:

·          3-5 years current experience as a Subsea Engineer employed on a specific class of offshore drilling unit pertaining to the Company’s needs.

·          Must maintain valid well control certification from appropriate regulatory body.

·          Satisfy lifeboatman/sea survival requirement as per appropriate regulatory body/vessel certificate of inspection if designated Lifeboatman.

·          Must successfully satisfy all applicable international regulatory body and client training requirements associated with offshore assignment(s).

DYNAMIC POSITIONING OPERATOR

Job Description:  The Dynamic Positioning Operator (DPO) is responsible for the safe station keeping of the vessel. He/she operates and monitors the D.P. system when the vessel is in D.P. Mode and monitors logistical operations associated with the vessel.

The individual should have the following prerequisites:

·          Detailed understanding of the DP computer systems, including changing between systems and the various modes of operation.

·          Knowledge of the emergency procedures and actions required due to the failures of: Input systems, Computer, Commands, Feedback, Generator/power, Thrusters.

·          Must successfully satisfy all applicable international regulatory body and client training requirements associated with offshore assignment(s).

 WELDER

Job Description:  The welder is the offshore unit's designated specialist who is responsible for repairing, fabricating and/or modifying metal structures inclusive of all structures associated with the offshore unit.  The Welder is responsible for complying with applicable regulations regarding construction as well as safety regulations related to hot work, pressure vessels and working in enclosed spaces.

The individual should have the following prerequisites:

·          Detailed understanding of the DP computer systems, including changing between systems and the various modes of operation.

·          Knowledge of the emergency procedures and actions required due to the failures of: Input systems, Computer, Commands, Feedback, Generator/power, Thrusters.

·          Must successfully satisfy all applicable international regulatory body and client training requirements associated with offshore assignment(s).

·         BST, H2S, WHMIS and First Aid certification are a definite asset.

 DERRICKMAN

Job Description:  Operates, monitors and maintains all drilling fluid systems and equipment associated with drilling oil and gas wells from an offshore drilling unit; directs and coordinates work activities associated with drilling fluid system and equipment operations; and works aloft in the derrick and/or at rig floor piperacker console running and retrieving drill string sections from the well bore.

The individual should have the following prerequisites:

·          Companies primarily promote experienced Roughnecks to this position.  It is preferable that an individual have two to three years experience as a Roughneck prior to promotion to Derrickman.

·          New Hires will preferably possess two to three years current experience as a Derrickman or Assistant Driller employed on a specific class of offshore drilling unit pertaining to the Company.

·          Must successfully maintain appropriate regulatory body well control certification for Derrickman.

·         BST, H2S, WHMIS and First Aid certification are a definite asset.

BOSUN

Job Description:  Responsible for deck operations, supervision of Able-Bodied Seaman and maintenance of marine deck equipment.

The individual should have the following prerequisites:

·          3-5 years previous experience as Bosun in offshore drilling operations.

·         BST, H2S, WHMIS and First Aid certification are a definite asset.