OFFSHORE OIL COMPANY JOBS

CHIEF ENGINEER
BASIC FUNCTION
• Supervise and control the maintenance and repair of mechanical, electrical, electronics, subsea, and information technology equipment on the rig.

PREREQUISITES/QUALIFICATIONS
• B.Sc/Higher National Diploma (HND) in Engineering/Marine Operations.
• Valid unlimited Chief Engineer License (Class 1 Motor above 3000kW).
• Relevant work experience.


DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE
• Ensure all subordinates have the necessary skills and experience to fulfill their assigned tasks in a safe and efficient manner.
• Maintain control over the rig’s Preventive Maintenance System (PMS) and associated computer database.
• Plan the service and maintenance of equipment according to the PMS guidelines.
• Ensure that reports for repair and maintenance of equipment are accurate and complete.
• Liaise with the marine department regarding the loading, ordering and use of fuel, potable water, and drill water in consideration of the “rig’s stability.
• Ensure that the permit- to- work and isolation systems are strictly adhered to in the maintenance department.
• Coordinate maintenance activities with the OIM and other department heads, -Maintain an adequate supply of spares in order to fulfill maintenance requirements and facilitate a safe and efficient operation.

APPLY TO: chiefengineer@brassconsulting.net

CHIEF MATE
BASIC FUNCTION
• Assist the Master in exercising effective control over the rig’s marine operations with due regard for safety of personnel, maintenance of rig equipment, and protection of the environment.

PREREQUISITES/QUALIFICATIONS
• B.Sc/ Higher National Diploma (HND) in Engineering/Marine Operations.
• Valid Unlimited Chief Mate Certificate.
• Nautical Institute Dynamic Positioning Training courses; and -Nautical Institute DP Certificate.
• Relevant experience.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE
• Ensure Conformance to local/international laws relating to the vessel’s operation, and strictly comply with current pollution regulation.
• Oversee the maintenance of deck equipment, fire fighting and life-saving equipment, lifting equipment, and vessel’s exterior maintenance.
• Ensure materials and equipment loaded onboard are safely stowed, secured and labeled according to regulatory requirements.
• Ensure the vessel is seaworthy at all times and maintained/operated in accordance with guidelines in the Marine Operations Manual.
• Maintain the watertight integrity of the vessel, loading and storage of consumables, securing of supply vessels, safe operation of helicopters, et cetera.
• Assist the Master in ensuring the vessel’s navigational equipment is maintained, fully functional, and that testing and calibration is carried out in accordance with Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS) regulations.

APPLY TO: chiefmate@brassconsulting.net

MASTER
BASIC FUNCTION
• Exercise overriding authority and discretion to take required action for safety of the crew, vessel and protection of the environment.
• Provide marine support to the industrial operation of the vessel.

PREREQUISITES/QUALIFICATIONS
• B.Sc/Higher National Diploma (HND) in Engineering, or Marine Operations -Valid Unlimited Oceangoing Masters certificates.
• Nautical Institute Dynamic Positioning Training courses; and -Nautical Institute DP Certificate.
• Relevant experience.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE
• Assume the required regulatory responsibility to exercise effective control and efficient operation of the vessel with due regard for the safety of the crew; the vessel, its contents and the protection of the environment.
• Ensure the rig is seaworthy at all times and maintained/operated in accordance with guidelines in the Marine Operations Manual.
• Supervise the maintenance of deck equipment, fire fighting and life-saving equipment, lifting equipment, and rig’s exterior maintenance.
• Ensure conformance to local/international laws relating to the rig’s operation, and strictly comply with current pollution regulations.
• Administer rig’s continuous surveys and renewal of statutory certificates as required by Classification Society and statutory regulations.
• Ensure the rig’s navigational equipment is maintained, fully functional and that testing and calibration is carried out in accordance with Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS) regulations.
• Maintain the rig’s logbook, maintenance reports and other documents as directed

APPLY TO: master@brassconsulting.net

SENIOR DYNAMIC POSITIONING OPERATOR
BASIC FUNCTION
• Operate the automated and fixed station keeping system of the rig.

PREREQUISITES/QUALIFICATIONS
• B.Sc/Higher National Diploma (HND) equivalent in Marine Engineering.
• Nautical Institute Dynamic Positioning Training courses.
• 3 years’ experience as a DPO.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE
• Operate dynamic positioning (DP) equipment.
• Operate and understand ballast control system, power management system.
• Assist as directed by Master with rig projects and maintenance
• Operate the vessel’s radios & radars as needed
• Perform emergency duties and responsibilities as stated on the Station Bill, Emergency Response Manual and DP Emergency Response Plan.

APPLY TO: seniordpo@brassconsulting.net

SENIOR TOOL PUSHER
BASIC FUNCTION
• Supervise the drilling operations and associated activities and ensure compliance with the well program.
• Ensure drilling operations are carried out in a safe, efficient and productive manner.
Prerequisites/Qualifications
• B.Sc/Higher National Diploma/(HND) in Engineering/Geology/ related field.
• Minimum of 10 years’ relevant experience in drilling operations.

Duties And Responsibilities Include
• Ensure theToolpusher, Driller are informed on ongoing basis of well program objectives and any changes in plans.
• Monitor maintenance, repair and installation of all drilling equipment including repair, lubrication, maintenance records, and inventory levels.
• Supervise equipment preparation for impending drilling operations.
• Perform all well control calculations.
• Assist the OIM in coordinating the activities of third party personnel responsible for various aspects of the well program.
• Assist in ensuring sufficient stock of parts and materials are maintained.
• Recommend adjustments to drilling parameters as necessary so as to improve the overall drilling operation performance.

APPLY TO: seniortoolpusher@brassconsulting.net

TOOLPUSHER
BASIC FUNCTION
• Supervise the drilling operations and associated activities and ensure it is in accordance with the well program.
• Ensure drilling operations are carried out in a safe, efficient and productive manner

PREREQUISITES/QUALIFICATIONS
• B.Sc/Higher National Diploma (HND) in Engineering/ Geology/ related field.
• Minimum of 5 years’ relevant experience in drilling operations.
• Knowledge of all technical calculations required for the safe operation of the drilling.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE
• Monitor maintenance, repair and installation of all drilling equipment including repair, lubrication, maintenance records, and inventory levels.
• Maintain records of inspections and certification of drilling equipment, tools and tubular.
• Relieve the Driller at the Driller’s console as operational requirement demands.
• Monitor the application of the Company Preventative Maintenance System program within the drilling department.
• Review and approve all drilling related work permits.

APPLY TO: toolpusher@brassconsulting.net

DRILLER
BASIC FUNCTION
• Operate drilling and mud circulating equipment as instructed in the well program and in accordance to Company policies and procedures.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENT
• B.sc/Higher National Diploma (HND) in Engineering/ Geology/ related field.
• Minimum of 3 years’ relevant experience in drilling operations.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE
• Operate all equipment at all times al the Driller’s console in a safe manner.
• Monitor the well condition -Perform drilling related operations such as directional drilling, working struck pipe, running and cementing casing strings, coring, fishing, assisting in wire line logging, well testing, and other special operations
• Maintain equipment files, drilling logs and records -perform all technical calculations required to carry out drilling operations.

APPLY TO: driller@brassconsulting.net

SUBSEA SUPERVISOR
BASIC FUNCTION
Supervise the maintenance and repair of all subsea BOP and riser systems, Multiplex electro-hydraulic control systems, and find all associated surface equipment and systems.

PREREQUISITES/QUALIFICATIONS
• B.Sc /Higher National Diploma (HND) – Engineering.
• Minimum of 1 year experience working with a Multiplex system.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE
• Maintain the Blow Out Preventer (BOP), Diverter, and associated subsea equipment in accordance to the Preventive Maintenance System (PMS) guidelines.
• Operate and pressure test the BOP on the surface and on the seabed as required.
• Direct the deck and drill crews in the running and recovery of the BOP and Marine Riser equipment.
• Direct the assembly, installation, and nippling down the BOP and all well control equipment as required.
• Operate, maintain and repair the subsea BOP control system, i.e. surface BOP or multiplex electro-hydraulic control systems.

APPLY TO: subseasupervisor@brassconsulting.net

ASSISTANT SUBSEA OPERATOR
BASIC FUNCTION
• Assist the Subsea Supervisor with maintenance and repair of all subsea systems and associated surface equipment, riser tensioning system, and drill string compensation systems onboard the rig.

PREREQUISITES/QUALIFICATIONS
• B.Sc/Higher National Diploma (HND) in Engineering.
• Minimum 1 year relevant work experience.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE
• Assist with maintaining the Blow Out Preventer (BOP), Diverter, and associated subsea equipment in accordance to the Preventive Maintenance System (PMS) guidelines.
• Operate and pressure test the BOP on the surface and on the seabed as required.
• Assist the Subsea Supervisor in the running and recovery of the BOP and Marine Riser equipment•
• Assemble, install and nipple down the BOP and all well control equipment as required.
• Assist in operating, maintenance and repair of subsea BOP control system, i.e. surface BOP or multiplex electro-hydraulic control systems.

APPLY TO: assistantsubsea@brassconsulting.net

BAllAST CONTROL OPERATOR
BASIC FUNCTION
• Operate the ballast control system so as to maintain the rig’s position, draft and trim with respect to well location.

PREREQUISITES/QUALIFICATIONS
• B.Sc/Higher National (HND) or equivalent in – Engineering / Marine Operations

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE
• Ballast and de-ballast the rig as required to maintain station.
• Monitor all ballast controls and related instrumentation. Also monitor the location of supply vessels, standby boats and helicopters.
• Record reports pertaining to stability, boat and helicopter movements, safety drills and rig activities in the daily logbook.
• Maintain a continuous listening watch an VHF radio and maintain regular communication with supply and standby vessels.

APPLY TO: bco@brassconsulting.net

REQUIREMENTS FOR ALL POSITIONS
• In addition to requisites specified for each position, the understated are required for all positions:
• Valid relevant trade/marine licenses
• Valid medical examination and vaccination certificate.
• Good communication skills relevant to the position.
• Knowledge of basic technical calculations required for the safe operation of the marine aspect of the drilling unit.
• Commitment and disposition to train and develop subordinates in work team.
• Basic computer skills.

METHOD OF APPLICATION
If you are interested in any of the positions, please send curriculum vitae not longer than three (3) pages to the email address indicated for it. Do not attach certificates.

Application closes on 16th December, 2010.