Assistant Subsea Engineer

At Stena Drilling we operate our business with a focus on our core values of Care, Innovation and Performance. With a worldwide operational presence, we are one of the world’s foremost independent drilling contractors.

We currently have an exciting opportunity for an Assistant Subsea Engineer to join our Offshore Team, assigned to the Stena Carron.

SOME OF THE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES WILL INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

• Assist with the correct assembly, operation, maintenance, testing and disconnection of the subsea blowout preventer, marine riser and related equipment.
• Maintain and repair heave compensating equipment.
• Maintain subsea running and retrieving tools and supervise the running and retrieving of all subsea equipment.
• Ensure planned maintenance is carried out per Senior SSE / SSE instructions.
• Ensure all modifications, breakdowns, scheduled and unscheduled maintenance of subsea equipment has been entered into the Maximo system. Ensure Maximo system equipment details and maintenance procedures are relevant and up to date.
• Ensure good housekeeping in area of responsibility.
• Calculate ton cycles for tensioner wires (if applicable), implementing and recording slip and cut programme.
• Prepare BOP test reports.
• Be aware of Contract and Re Bills relating to Subsea Equipment.
• Ensure Level 5 (RSWMs) are fully updated with current work practices and in accordance with SMS.
• Participate in operational meetings.
• Consult with the Senior Subsea Engineer / Subsea Engineer regarding the operations forecast.
• Complete work log on a daily basis.
• Complete a documented end-of-tour handover in line with Stena Drilling Handover / Reporting Procedure.
• Ensure the appropriate barriers are in place and the relative announcement made on the PA
• system prior to the commencement of critical operations.
• Notify the Toolpusher prior to the commencement of any man riding operations.
• Carry out other duties as requested by Senior SSE / SSE.

SUITABLE APPLICANTS SHOULD IDEALLY HAVE:

• IWCF Well Control Certificate.
• Industry recognised engineering qualification or modern apprenticeship.
• Previous experience with similar subsea systems on board similar vessel.
• Ability to read technical drawings.
• Self-motivated.