Offshore Rig Welder Offshore
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Job Summary
Job Title: Offshore Rig Welder
Location: Offshore Oil & Gas Rigs (Platforms Drillships FPSOs)
Employment Type: Rotational (e.g. 28 days on/28 days off)
Certifications Required:
AWS D1.1 (Structural Steel) or ASME Section IX (Pressure Vessels/Piping)
Offshore-Specific Certs:
o BOSIET/FOET (Basic Offshore Safety Induction)
o HUET (Helicopter Underwater Escape Training)
o OGUK/UKOOA Medical Fitness
o Confined Space Entry (if applicable)
Key Responsibilities
1. Critical Fabrication & Repair:
o Weld high-stress components (e.g. risers pipelines rig structural supports) under variable weather/sea conditions.
2. Strict Compliance:
o Adhere to offshore safety protocols (e.g. PTW systems gas testing H2S awareness).
o Follow rig-specific procedures (e.g. hot work permits simultaneous operations rules).
3. Material Challenges:
o Weld high-grade alloys (e.g. duplex stainless steel Inconel) resistant to saltwater corrosion.
o Address vibration/fatigue stresses unique to dynamic offshore structures.
4. Emergency Response:
o Act as part of the rigs emergency team for urgent repairs (e.g. blowout preventer leaks).
5. Logistical Constraints:
o Work in confined spaces (e.g. ballast tanks leg columns) with limited ventilation.
o Manage limited consumables/equipment (no quick resupply).
Requirements
Qualifications
5 years welding experience (preferably in oil/gas).
Offshore survival training (non-negotiable).
Ability to pass random drug/alcohol tests (rig policy).
Training Reimbursements (Employer responsibility when expire on job).
Insurance Coverage (Employer responsibility).
Offshore welders must prioritize adaptability safety and teamwork over speederrors can escalate catastrophically in remote locations.
Key Skills
- USCG
- ISO
- Deck Equipment
- Diesel Engines
- Marine Engineering
- PMS
- Shipyard
- HVAC
- Electrical Systems
- Routine Maintenance
- Autocad
- fuel systems
- Technical Support
- Technical Reports
- Air Compressors
About Company
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