Oiler

Overview:

As a leader in deepwater drilling, Diamond Offshore provides contract drilling services and fresh perspectives to anticipating and solving deepwater challenges globally. Headquartered in Houston, Texas, the Company also maintains primary regional offices in Australia, Singapore, Brazil, and Scotland, with local offices in other countries as required to support operations.

Responsibilities:

The Oiler will report to the Chief Engineer and will be responsible for operating and maintaining the engine room and other mechanical systems and equipment aboard the vessel. 

Primary Responsibilities: 

The Oiler may:

• Make hourly or other rounds as instructed of all machinery spaces and equipment
• Start/stop auxiliary machinery as directed by duty engineer
• Assist with lining up valves and lines for engine room systems
• Perform minor repairs/maintenance
• Keep engine room and other machinery spaces clean and oil free
• Maintain and operate main engines- change oil & air filters, maintain proper fluids, coolants and oils; and maintain main engine logs
• Check gauges, fluid levels, lubricants and report any problems to the mechanic
• Ensure the fuel and oil transfers from work boats are performed safely using procedures and guidelines set forth by Diamond Offshore
• Perform housekeeping duties in and around the engine room
• Participate fully in all Health, Safety and Environmental initiatives and safety programs and in pre-tour weekly safety meetings
• Follow Diamond Offshore Global Excellence Management System (G.E.M.S)
• Perform other duties as directed

Qualifications:

Basic

• At least 18 years of age
• Possess or able to obtain a valid Transportation Worker's Identification Credential (TWIC). Any candidate selected for this position will not be allowed to begin work without a card in hand or proof from the TSA of a card "In Production" or "In Transit." For more information, visit the TSA website
• Legally authorized to work in the United States  without restrictions
• Possess Merchant Mariner's Document (Z-card) with QMED endorsement
• 2 or more years’ experience in a maritime or offshore drilling vessel   
• 2 or more years of direct maintenance experience with fixed and rotating equipment

Preferred

• Possess High School Diploma / GED or higher
• Related vocational school certificate or higher
• Possess or able to obtain a valid passport

In order to be considered for this position you must complete the entire application process, which includes answering all prescreening questions andsubmitting a copy of your resume on or before the requisition closing date of July 31, 2013.

Diamond Offshore is an Equal Opportunity Employer.