Deepwater Ballast Control Operator

Danos•Houma, LA

About The Position

A Deepwater Ballast Control Operator is responsible for maintaining the stability of offshore facilities through ballast and fluid transfer operations. The role involves marine operations, including vessel maneuvering and system management, and requires a USCG BCO license. The operator supports safe and reliable operations, maintains technical integrity, and contributes to continuous improvement in marine operations. The position also involves coordinating with functional support, maintaining detailed records, managing supplies and maintenance routines, supporting competency and career development processes, and participating in emergency response activities.

Requirements

USCG BCO license required.
Rigger Certification.
Crane Certification.
Fully vaccinated.

Nice To Haves

Offshore experience preferred.
Supervisory experience desired.

Responsibilities

Demonstrate personal leadership in process and occupational safety.
Use the GoM Safe Practices Manual to control and mitigate work hazards.
Ensure compliance with HSSE standards and the Operating Management Standard (OMS).
Perform Issuing Authority (IA) or Performing Authority (PA) duties in accordance with ISSOW.
Manage marine operations involving ballast and fluid transfers, vessel maneuvering, and system management.
Calculate weight shifts and center of gravity to maintain facility stability.
Provide marine input for projects and turnaround preparations.
Ensure maintenance work complies with Guidance on Certification (GoC).
Collaborate with functional support to address process safety and optimize operations.
Record maintenance routines and defects in Maximo with sufficient detail.
Complete planned maintenance routines and procedures.
Monitor and manage supplies of production chemicals, critical spares, and materials.
Follow the Management of Change (MoC) process for procedural and equipment changes.
Accurately record shift and crew-change handovers.
Participate in Continuous Improvement (CI) initiatives.
Participate in root-cause failure investigations to improve operational efficiency.
Maintain technical integrity of instrument equipment and recommend maintenance strategy improvements.
Coach and share knowledge with team members.
Regularly review performance objectives and progress with the supervisor.
Implement performance management and career development processes.
Ensure compliance with GoM competency requirements and regulatory competence.
Maintain learning and development through the Virtual Training Assistant (VTA) portal.
Meet Competency Management Assurance Standard (CMAS) requirements.
Serve as a member of the emergency response team and participate in drills and exercises.