Job Description
REPORTING:
Reports to the Offshore Installation Manager (OIM), Maintenance Supervisor, or Senior Maintenance Supervisor
SUPERVISION:
Supervises the Mechanical Supervisor, First Engineer, Electrical Supervisor, Chief Electrician, Electronics Supervisor, Chief Electronics Technician, Information Technology Supervisor, and Subsea Supervisors
LOCATION: Offshore location PREREQUISITES / QUALIFICATIONS:
– High school diploma or equivalent. Work experience and demonstrated ability of oral and written communications may be substituted in lieu of formal education.
– Valid unlimited Chief Engineer License (Class 1 Motor above 3000kW)
– Valid medical examination and vaccination certificates
– Knowledge of all technical calculations required for the safe operation of the drilling unit and basic computer skills
BASIC FUNCTION:
– Supervise and control the maintenance and repair of mechanical, electrical, electronics, subsea, and information technology equipment on the vessel
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Operations/Maintenance:
– Ensure that all subordinates have the necessary skills and experience to fulfill their assigned tasks in a safe and efficient manner
Authority I
– Maintain control over the rig’s Rig Maintenance System (RMS) and associated computer database
Authority II
– Plan the service and maintenance of equipment according to the RMS guidelines
Authority I
– Ensure that reports for repair and maintenance of equipment are accurate and complete
Authority I
– Carry out classification society surveys as part of continuous survey of machinery
Authority I
– 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
Authority II
– Ensure that the permit to work and isolation systems are strictly adhered to in the maintenance department
Authority I
– Coordinate maintenance activities with the OIM and other department heads
Authority II
– Inform the OIM and other department heads of any technical problems or limitations that might affect the safe operation of the rig
Maintain an adequate supply of spares in order to fulfill maintenance requirements and facilitate a safe and efficient operation
Authority I
– Supply information for maintenance and repair budget
Authority I
– Maintain proper communication with shore based Field Support group and rig management
Authority II
– Liaise with the OIM to ensure that all third party equipment is fit for purpose, certified, correctly installed, and maintained while on the rig
Authority II
– Implement the follow-up requirements to audits, as issued by Clients, Regulatory Authorities or rig management
Authority II
– Approve maintenance department requisition purchase orders
Authority I
– Supply rig management with maintenance statistics of the vessel
Authority II
– Recommend ways of making improvements to the inventory kept on the rig
Authority II
– Document any and all changes to the RMS system and provide reasons for making these changes to Rig Manager via direct supervisor
Authority II
– Provide input in the Survey of the vessel and ways to reduce the out-of-service time of the vessel
Authority I
– Exercise fiscal responsibility with regard to maintenance budget
Authority I
– Train personnel on the use of the RMS system to reduce error in the system
Authority II
– Communicate equipment problems or breakdown information via direct supervisor to Field Support Group
Authority II
