Deepwater Operator A/B

Danos•Galliano, LA

About The Position

The Deepwater Operator A or B oversees the startup, operation, monitoring, and shutdown of process and utility systems, ensuring that they remain within specified operating parameters and meet quality standards. The role includes troubleshooting to optimize sales quality and delivery volume, maintaining discharge water quality in accordance with applicable guidelines, and operating an offshore production facility in line with customer requirements. The operator monitors and operates control panels and safety systems; tests, calibrates, maintains, and inspects equipment; supports maintenance through isolations and hazard communication; and coordinates facility logistics and vendor and subcontractor activities. The position also requires accurate production reporting and other required paperwork, safe and environmentally sound operations, and effective communication and working relationships.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
2–6 years of experience working offshore as a production operator.
Good experience with permit-to-work processes.
Medically fit to offshore international standards such as ENG1 or equivalent.

Nice To Haves

Some control room experience.
SAP experience.

Responsibilities

Start up, operate, monitor, and shut down process and utility systems.
Monitor, maintain, and optimize process parameters, including level, flow, temperature, and pressure, within operating requirements.
Ensure sampling is carried out and act on sample results.
Troubleshoot to maximize sales quality and delivery volume and identify problems.
Maintain discharge water quality within current SBMPC or local guidelines.
Monitor and operate electrical and hydraulic control panels, safety and emergency shutdown devices, and fire and gas systems.
Submit accurate production reporting daily or as required by the company and client.
Witness third-party calibrations when appropriate to verify meter factors and volumes.
Prove export oil meters.
Carry out operations safely and in an environmentally sound manner.
Operate the offshore production facility in accordance with customer requirements.
Test, calibrate, maintain, and inspect equipment.
Complete mandatory paperwork required by the customer and government agencies.
Coordinate logistics for the facility.
Handle and apply chemicals for treating processes.
Facilitate maintenance operations by applying and removing isolations as required.
Operate under the Permit to Work system and participate in Toolbox Talks and Risk Assessments.
Advise maintenance personnel about hazards associated with plant and equipment.
Maintain clear and precise communications during maintenance operations.
Control activities of vendor and subcontractor personnel.
Create and maintain effective working relationships and a positive work culture.