Marine Section Leader
Core
Second in command responsible for the safety, security, and stability of an offshore drilling rig and all personnel on board.
Role type
Senior IC Marine Section Leader (Chief Mate equivalent)
Builds
Offshore drilling operations and rig stability
Domain
Offshore oil and gas drilling
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
maritime deck transportation degree, USCG Unlimited Tonnage Chief Mate license, SSO certificate, navigational watch officer experience, stability calculations, damage control, rig move operations, ballast control, dynamic positioning, cargo transfer supervision, tank entry procedures, helicopter landing coordination, crew mentorship
Preferred skills
DPO experience, DP training to IMCA phase 3, offshore drilling experience, deck experience in offshore drilling, marine environmental and hazardous material regulations experience
Technologies
Stability Programs, Word, Excel, information systems, computer control consoles, VMS, Ballast Control, DP systems
Responsibilities
Ensure rig compliance with State, Federal, and International Laws and Regulations; resolve environmental concerns related to machinery space and drill floor; measure, monitor, and manage shipboard machinery space generated wastes; maintain proper vessel stability and position; supervise and monitor Rig Stability and Ballasting Systems during Rig Move and Placement Operations; calculate and document all Stability and Load Calculations; provide technical support to Drilling Operations; monitor daily weather information at the Rig site; maintain Damage Control equipment; create action directives for damage limitation and salvage; supervise Bridge operations including VMS, Ballast Control, and DP; oversee daily stability tasks; ensure accurate and timely reports and logs; facilitate ISM/ISPS and SOLAS required on board training; act as Ship Security Officer; supervise Deck Crew during Cargo Operations; supervise safe Tank Entry Procedures; act as Helicopter Landing Officer; coordinate Crew change by boat or helicopter; assist Master during rig moves and anchor handling operations; recommend promotion or disciplinary action; mentor, develop and train crew members; implement and uphold safety policies and procedures; ensure compliance with environmental protection regulations
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC