3rd Mate

Transocean

104d•Onsite

About The Position

Assist the Chief Mate/Senior Mate and 2nd Mate in exercising control over the rig’s marine operations with due regard for safety of personnel, maintenance of rig equipment and protection of the environment. Transocean is a leading international provider of offshore contract drilling services for oil and gas wells. The company specializes in technically demanding sectors of the global offshore drilling business, with a particular focus on ultra-deepwater and harsh environment drilling services and operates the highest specification floating offshore drilling fleet in the world. Transocean owns or has partial ownership interests in and operates a fleet of 27 mobile offshore drilling units, consisting of 20 ultra-deepwater floaters and seven harsh environment floaters.

Requirements

High School Diploma (U.S.)/ Proof of Completion of Formal Education or Relevant Craft Certificate (where applicable).
Valid Unlimited 3rd Mate Licenses (Home country and Flag state)
Knowledge of all technical calculations required for the safe operation of the marine aspect of the vessel.
Basic computer skills
Valid medical examination and vaccination certificates for area of operation.
Valid GMDSS License.
Lifeboatman Certificate.
Promotes a Safe and Respectful Work Environment: Proactively promotes and Maintains a healthy respect for open and transparent dialogue between all levels of personnel, including Management.
Demonstrates care for the safety and well-being of all personnel, at all times.
Invests in each person to provide equal opportunity for development and advancement of those qualified, to fulfill their career objectives.
Respects the dignity of all personnel and recognizes their merit.
Attend and participate in all required Safety and Operational meetings.
Participate fully in the annual performance appraisal process, competency assessments based on performance against Operational Discipline requirements.
Complete company training requirements for the 3rd Mate job level as per the training matrix, including in local/regulatory requirements.
If applicable, the duties and responsibilities in the safety case for this position must be observed.
Full participation in emergency drills and respond to emergency situations as per assigned duties on the station bill.
Disciplined application and participation in the company risk management system.
Understanding and perform the roles and responsibilities as assigned at the pre-job meeting.
Understanding and identifying the hazards associated with the task.
Understanding and effectively implementing the control measures required to mitigate identified hazards.
Execute all tasks and task steps in a disciplined manner, following the sequence detailed in the relevant procedures.
Recognize at risk behavior or conditions during tasks and call ‘Time out for Safety’ when unsure, or when the job does not go as planned.
Participate in After Action Reviews to feedback lessons learned from performing the task.
Protect personnel, the environment, and assets by eliminating hazards and reducing health and safety risks.
Understand Company OI & HSE requirements applicable to the job position.
Execute work in accordance with Company OI & HSE requirements.
Call a Time Out when a real or perceived at risk behavior or unsafe condition is observed.
Use WorkSight ENGAGE during the execution of planned work.
Report all incidents, potential hazards, or abnormal situations to a supervisor.
Incorporate the Control of Work process into all work, whether working alone or as part of a team.
Understand and implement major accident barriers / controls applicable to the job position.
Maintain a safe and organized work area throughout and on completion of all work.
Understand your role in an emergency, as designated in the Emergency Response Plan and Station Bill.
Participate in all emergency drills and exercises, as required.

Nice To Haves

Successful Military Discharge – Preferred for U.S.
Graduate of Trade School or University where knowledge and training acquired are applicable to job requirements – Preferred.

Responsibilities

Exercise control of the safe navigation of the vessel in order to ensure that all navigation operations are carried out in accordance with Company policies and procedures, regulations and sound marine practices.
Become familiar with the vessel’s bridge and navigation equipment; Assist with voyage planning and rig move operations.
Provide assistance during anchoring operations.
Provide assistance in ensuring that the vessel’s navigational equipment is maintained, fully functional and tested in accordance with SOLAS, Classification, and Flag State regulations.
Assist with maintenance of deck equipment, firefighting and lifesaving equipment and marine department lifting equipment (as required), and update records accordingly.
Assist with maintaining the vessel in a seaworthy condition.
Assist with maintaining the watertight integrity of the vessel, loading and storage of consumables, securing of supply vessels and helicopter operations.
Assist with carrying out the vessel’s Class Surveys as well as other regulatory inspections and audits.
Provide assistance in ensuring the vessel complies with local and international pollution regulations.
Assist in maintaining the vessel in a stable condition and at the correct draft and trim.
Assist with running hydrophones and subsea beacons.
Make regular use of the onboard DP simulator for training purposes, where available.
Ensure that all defects and anomalies are reported to your supervisor or the Master.
Assist as required with maintaining and carrying out PM’s on all marine department equipment under the direction of the Chief Mate/Senior Mate/2nd Mate.
Gain familiarity with the vessel’s dynamic positioning equipment, and work towards gaining a Nautical Institute DP Certificate.
Promote and maintain good working relationships with other departments, third-party personnel and Customer representatives.
Mentor, coach, develop and train crew members to ensure they are competent to work at their current and next job level.
Provide leadership and motivation to the marine crews.
Apply continuous improvement process.
Participate fully in the annual performance appraisal process.
Apply appropriate accountability regarding recognition; recommend promotion or disciplinary action up to and including discharge.