Assistant Derrickhand
Houston, TX - USA
Job Summary
Job Summary
The Assistant Derrickhand works in the mud pump room and assists the Derrickhand in performing all tasks related to drilling fluid management including operating and maintaining drilling fluid pumping treatment and mixing position also assists in the execution of all drilling operations for the main or auxiliary well centers as dutieswill be conductedin accordance with company policies and procedures in a safe and efficient manner.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities
Follows standard instructions and maintains good communication with the Derrickhand; providesnotification of any concern ensuring any deviationis properly communicated and documented.
Ensures operationsare planned organized supervised and executed in accordance with wellprograms rig move plans Valaris requirements and contractual obligations.
Assists Derrickhand in performing daily checks (i.e. QHSE checks tank volumes manifoldlineupsetc.).
Assists and relieves the Derrickhand as required.
Assists Derrickhand in mixing tasks forklift driving sack store management etc.
Monitors the mud pumps mud tanks and fluid treatment systems during operations and reportsany unexplained changes to the Driller.
Ensures solid control equipment andmud mixingoperations are being monitored constantlyandkeeps accurate records of fluid transfers fluid treatments and fluid properties.
Lines up mud pumps mud tanks and flow paths as directed.
Checks and monitors oil levels of machinery in mud pump and mud processing rooms.
Maintains records of mud pump hours.
Maintains hygiene and housekeeping to Company standards with a particular focus on clearescape routes and walkways.
Works on the rig floor and any other areas where drilling operationsare being conductedwhenrequired.
Performs preventive maintenance or maintenance repairs occurring on all fluid pumping andtreatment equipment.
Provides detailed written handover at end of shift to the relieving Assistant Derrickhand.
Qualifications / Experience
Offshore experience including time on a floating rig (preferably drillship).
Good communication skills (oral and written).
Basic computer skills.
Completion of all training and certification requirements for the Assistant Derrickhand position asdescribed in the training matrix.
Behaviors
As part of our commitment to fostering a high-performance culture employees are expected to align their actions and decisions with the principles outlined in our Behavioral Framework. This framework serves as the foundation for our organizational culture and guides our behaviors to drive better outcomes across the company. Employees are responsible for incorporating these behaviors into their daily actions relationships and decision-making to help manage expectations strengthen relationships and contribute to the overall success of the organization.
Our five behaviors that define our culture are:
Analyze & Plan Being deliberate in understanding and describing the problem to solve and using information from a range of relevant sources to develop solutions that are effective and evidence-based.
Collaborate Collaborating effectively sharing ideas and leveraging one anothers strengths based on trust transparency and empathy creating an environment where everyones input is valued.
Communicate Communicate clearly with all employees and stakeholders ensuring active listening understanding and timely information sharing.
Learn Grow & Adapt Building organizational capability through our own learning and development while coaching others and supporting others to adapt learn and develop.
Deliver Results Striving to deliverand exceed required results identifying and overcoming obstacles and taking responsibility for the outcome while respecting our values.
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 aspects of employment to all individuals regardless of race color religion sex national origin agedisability veteran status genetic information sexual orientation or any other non-job related factors. Valaris is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application process. If you need such an accommodation or a religious accommodation please contact.
Required Experience:
Junior IC
About Company
At Valaris, our core purpose is to provide responsible solutions that deliver energy to the world. Our purpose is the driving force that defines us as a leading organization in our industry. Our diverse fleet of ultra-deepwater drillships, versatile semisubmersibles and modern shall ... View more