• Job Description

  Req#: 1802

  Job Summary

  The Operation Support Engineer (OSE) reports to the Operations Manager and is accountable for supporting the region’s Rig Manager (s) in focusing on rig operations as well as the general condition of an assigned rig (s) and associated equipment. Responsible for compliance with company standards and provides oversight to ensure all systems and equipment on the rigs are maintained to a high operational standard.

  Actively promotes and complies with company safety programs and is responsible for ensuring adherence to company safety standards. Coordinate with other functions to establish shared goals that optimize the use of company resources.

  Role as onshore operational responsible for lifting operations (Norway).

  (This position is open to citizens and residents of the United Kingdom and applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United Kingdom. We welcome qualified female applicants to apply for this position.)

  Principal Duties and Responsibilities

  • Ensures adherence to the company’s safety and maintenance policies and procedures
  • Participates in both weekly and operational safety meetings
  • Provide operational cover for Rig Manager(s) when required
  • Support the Technical Support Center (TSC) and Rig Manager(s) during periodical maintenance phases.
  • Ensures adherence to company procedures and policies
  • Root cause failure analysis and lessons learned process
  • Ensures the preventive maintenance program is executed in compliance with company standards.
  • Ensures proper close-out process of all action items with proper follow-up
  • Supports rig management in planning maintenance and capital budgets
  • Supports Rig Manager (s) with the 5-year plan and technical requirement forecasting for the assigned asset(s)
  • Coordinates & collaborates with the project team on shipyard work scope
  • Supports Rig Manager (s) in ensuring general maintenance, operation, repair records, and documentation are accurate and up to date
  • Assists with maintaining accurate rig equipment records
  • Works closely with the Rig Manager around maintenance activities and evaluates potential impact to operations
  • Supports management and tracking of equipment movement between rigs, yards, and workshops
  • Supports class, flag, and regulatory body requirements
  • Assists with rig moves as required.
  • Accountable and responsible for the talent review and succession planning process in the maintenance departments on the rig
  • Supports the review of rig maintenance performance against performance measures; establishes initiatives with the team to achieve goals and objectives.
  • Develop and implement mechanisms to achieve effective communication, coordination of effort, information flow, and learning with direct reports.
  • Focal Point with Enterprise of Competence and Valaris Engineering for MODUs operating on NSC - Norway
  • Provides Technical and Operational support when requested by offshore Lifting Responsible Person - Norway
  • Liaise with Enterprise of Competence and/or Valaris Engineering for preparation/review of lift planning documents, technical integrity of lifting equipment, and arrangements - Norway.
  • Conduct Operational Assurance Protocols for Lifting Operations per Valaris Audit Program – Norway

  Qualifications and Experience

  • Minimum of 5 years in a similar role in a business of similar size and complexity
  • Bachelor's degree within relevant trade or equivalent education. Experience can compensate for a lack of formal education.
  • Must have operational and/or maintenance experience in an offshore drilling operation.
  • Process-oriented and well-organized
  • NORSOK R-002 and R-003 Courses, Basic Lifting and Rigger Course (Module O-1.1, O-2.2 &O-3.2) – required for Norway.
  • Offshore survival and medical certificates as mandated by government regulations are required
  • Experience working in drilling units within the North Sea region is highly preferred.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills

  Skills and Experience

  • Integrity/Ethics
  • Customer Focus
  • Promote Collaboration and Teamwork
  • Adaptability/Flexibility
  • Problem-solving
  • Good English skills, both written and oral
  • Able to plan and organize work tasks

  Disclaimer

  The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

  Valaris is an equal opportunity employer in all areas of employment-related decisions, including but not limited to recruiting, hiring, developing, training, promoting, disciplining and compensating employees without regard to race, religion/beliefs, color, ethnicity or national origin, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.

• About the company

  Valaris plc is an offshore drilling contractor headquartered in Houston, Texas, and incorporated in the UK.

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