Ballast Control Operator-Offshore

WoodLafayette, LA
Onsite

About The Position

Wood is searching for a Ballast Control Operator with experience on an offshore floating production platform. Work schedule of 14x14 with a work terminal out of Galliano, LA. Authorization to work lawfully in the US without sponsorship from Wood is required.

Requirements

  • High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
  • 1-3 years of BCO experience required on a floating production platform
  • Active ballast license

Nice To Haves

  • Associate’s degree (AA) or equivalent from two-year college or technical college; or equivalent combination of education and experience
  • 3-5 years’ BCO experience preferred
  • active ballast license preferred

Responsibilities

  • Monitor and Maintain Vessel Stability.
  • Mooring Operations.
  • Boat and Helicopter Logistics.
  • Inspection and Maintenance of Life Saving and Fire Fighting Equipment.
  • Regulatory Audits /Inspections.
  • Load Management.
  • Watch Keeping - Monitor Collision Avoidance System.
  • Maintain Marine Logs and Maintenance Records.
  • Monitor Environmental Conditions.
  • Maintain Vessel’s State of Readiness for Damage Control/Damage Stability.
  • Coordinate and Interface with all Operations and Disciplines that may impact Vessel Stability.
  • Monitor and maintain vessel stability by interfacing with all operations and disciplines that may impact stability.
  • Monitor mooring and perform necessary functions to adjust moor.
  • Monitor boat and helicopter logistics with respect to vessel operations.
  • Monitor weather conditions.
  • Monitor collision avoidance system.
  • Maintain marine logs and maintenance records.
  • Other duties as assigned.
© 2026 Teal Labs, Inc
Privacy PolicyTerms of Service