Clair Ridge Derrickman in Aberdeen

The energy transition requires people with entrepreneurial spirit and innovative sustainable solutions. With 50 years of industry experience, Odfjell Technology is a leader in developing technological solutions for tomorrow. Our people work to overcome today’s challenges and realise the opportunities ahead, whilst delivering safe and efficient products and services for our clients.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Derrickman to join our Clair Ridge Platform working an Enhanced Rotation (161 days per year offshore).

Role Summary:

The Derrickman operates, monitors and maintains all drilling fluid systems and associated equipment; directs and coordinates work activities associated with drilling fluid system and relieves on the rig floor as required. The Derrickman works in the pit room or pump room and maintains pit room and mud pump equipment. The Derrickman operates and maintains all related tools and equipment required for the Derrickman’s work activities, and will assist the operation as directed by the Driller.

Responsibilities:

• Reviews with the Mud Engineer various aspects of the mud / fluids program and its requirements.
• Attends a pre-spud meeting with all drill crew members to outline the details of the well program and prepares each team member for the tasks ahead.
• Assist and relieves the Assistant Driller as required.
• Work the derrick manually if required.
• Perform tripping and connection operations making use of all rig floor handling equipment as appropriate.
• Operation of various pipe handling equipment while making connections, tripping, testing, etc.
• Work on Stabbing board if required.
• Operate, monitor and maintain all drilling fluid systems and equipment.
• Checks valve line-up on all pump related manifolds at the start of each shift.
• Monitors mud properties, volumes, gains and losses while in the pit room.
• Directs mud flow (circulation) from mud pits to hole and return as directed by Driller.
• Receives and ships dry bulk and mud from supply boat to bulk storage tanks.
• Direct and coordinate work activities associated with drilling fluid system and equipment operations.
• Builds mud / Fluid volume and maintains properties to client's specifications.
• Repair and maintenance of all drilling systems, equipment and work areas as directed by the Driller.
• Assists with maintaining logbook of mud weights, volume and viscosity readings taken throughout the tour.
• Must be able to recognise the signs of a well kick or blowout before it develop into an emergency condition.
• Assists with pre-planning required equipment, materials and procedures needed to perform drilling operations.
• Drive fork trucks as required for cargo and chemical handling.
• Stand-in for alternative work discipline as required.
• Complete any other reasonable tasks as delegated by Line Supervisor.
• Carry out a comprehensive hand over of ongoing tasks to back-to-back Derrickman
• Assist in area inspections as required.
• Become competent in their particular discipline.
• Work towards achieving Assistant Drillers competency.
• Coach Roustabouts and Floorman to assist them with their competency.
• Attend onshore or offshore meetings and additional training, as required.
• Attend safety meetings, emergency and lifesaving drills as required.
• Attend and contribute to TBT’s and ensure full understanding of the planned operation and your responsibilities.
• In the event of an incident/accident, ensure all steps are taken to make the area secure for investigation and inform the Senior Odfjell Representative immediately.
• Properly use and care for personal protective equipment.
• Bring to the immediate notice of their supervisor, any potential hazards to safety, health, plant and equipment, which come to their attention in the course of their work.
• Carry out planned safety inspections when required.
• Make use of Safety Observation System e.g. LOFEO/STOP/IRIS.
• Take immediate action to contain, eliminate or guard against actual and potential hazards to safety, health, plant and equipment which come to their attention in the course of their work.

Qualifications and/or Experience:

• Must successfully pass pre-placement medical examination and drug screening.
• Must be able to perform job functions safely.
• Must be able to comply with Company rules.
• Must have previous operational experience of working with an automated mud system and able to operate cyber drilling equipment.

Why you should join our team

The Odfjell group recognises that the shift to renewable energy requires a new way of thinking. By leveraging diverse, cross-functional teams we drive innovation, sustainability, and technological improvements across the business. Our people are at the heart of what we do to drive change as we continue to shape and grow the business.
We strive to create a satisfying and motivating workplace for our employees and an arena for sharing experiences with a focus on ongoing learning and development. Our employees report high levels of empowerment, open dialogue, and trust.
We believe that diversity and inclusion are pre-conditions to succeed in a global marketplace. We believe our company values should be reflected in the everyday behaviour of our leaders and employees alike.

We offer:

• Learning and development support
• Collaborative, diverse, and inclusive working environment
• Part of a global company with opportunities for growth and development within the Drilling or Well Services organisation
• Competitive compensation and benefits package
• Private medical insurance
• Life assurance
• Personal accident insurance
• Company sick pay
• Group personal pension scheme

We live our core values – creative, competent, result oriented, committed – while always being safety conscious.