Marine Technician - BCO

Job description

Role synopsis

The Marine Technician - Ballast Control Operator (BCO) is primarily responsible for ballast and fluid transfer operations, while ensuring and maintaining the stability of the offshore facility by monitoring other marine-related operations, systems, equipment, and environmental conditions. The BCO must possess and maintain a USCG BCO license or possess an unlimited license and be capable of obtaining a BCO license within 3 months of employment.

Reporting to the Marine Team Leader, the BCO is also a member of a multi-discipline team, operating and maintaining the marine and utilities systems in a safe and efficient manner. The BCO will deliver production targets in compliance with OMS standards and Group Defined Practices, with a minimum impact on the environment. Providing input on marine related matters, the BCO will maintain the stability of the facility and keep the Marine Team Leader informed of any significant changes.

The BCO is a motivated individual that strives to stay engaged and actively review marine operations processes and standards to ensure continuous improvement and safe operations.

Req ID

83543BR
Location

United States - Louisiana - Houma
Is this a part time position?

No
Relocation available

No
Travel required

Yes - up to 50%
Key accountabilities

Responsible for marine operations and management, with particular attention to ballast and fluid transfer operations within the primary and support systems (vessel maneuvering, hull and deck management, lifting appliances, air, water, ventilation and emergency equipment and systems).

·  Ensure stability of the facility by completing weight shift and center of gravity calculations based on weight changes
·  Provide marine input to projects and turnaround (TAR) preparation as required
·  Compliance with Guidance on Certification (GoC), as required, for all maintenance work prior to operation
·  Collaborate with functional support, as required, to highlight potential process safety and operational optimization issues
·  Have an awareness of performance standards and their relevance to process operations, maintenance and performance requirements
·  Ensure that maintenance routines and defects are recorded in Maximo and with the appropriate amount of detail
·  Complete all planned maintenance (PM) routines to schedule and plan the appropriate procedure
·  Ensure ad-hoc vendors & visitors adhere to safety standards
·  Monitor, reorder and track supply levels of production chemicals, critical spares and materials
·  Understand and comply with the Management of Change (MoC) process for all procedural, equipment or process changes as needed
·  Ensure shift and crew-change handovers are accurately recorded in the appropriate log and in compliance with the Guidance on Shift Handovers
·  Act as member of the emergency response team and comply with the responsibilities assigned as defined in the Emergency Response Plan
·  Participate in emergency response exercises to ensure a full understanding of the process and procedures
About BP

Our business is the exploration, production, refining, trading and distribution of energy. This is what we do, and we do it on a truly global scale. BP operates with business activities and customers in more than 80 countries across six continents. Every day, we serve millions of customers around the world. We are continually looking for talented, committed and ambitious people to help us shape the face of energy for the future.

BP's Upstream segment focuses on finding reserves of oil and gas, developing the means to extract and process it and then consistently producing and transporting it to market. This involves using cutting edge technology to find the energy reserves, the ability to drill thousands of meters under the ground, designing, building and operating some of the world's largest most complex production onshore / offshore facilities and finally being able to transport these fluids, in order to provide energy to the world.

BP is the largest operator (excluding National Oil Companies) in the world with over 6.6MM BOE/Day gross operated production and operations in 25 countries on six continents. The largest community in BP's Upstream Segment, around 6000 people work in operations, essentially delivering oil and gas from the wellhead to the market. Operations staff play a significant role at all stages of the exploration and production cycle - providing input to a project from early appraisal all the way through to full production.
Application close date

14-Sep-2017
Sub-category

Technicians
Job category

Operations
Countries (State/Region)

United States - Louisiana
Disclaimer

If you are selected for a position in the United States, your employment will be contingent upon submission to and successful completion of a post-offer/pre-placement drug test (and alcohol screening/medical examination if required by the role) as well as pre-placement verification of the information and qualifications provided during the selection process. The drug screen requires a hair test for which BP must be able to obtain a sufficient hair sample for analysis (~4 cm/1 ½” scalp, or > 2 cm/¾” body – arms & armpits/legs/chest).

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

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Essential experience and job requirements

·  Must Possess current US Coast Guard Unlimited Deck, Engine or higher equivalent license and/or Ballast Control Operator or higher equivalent license
·  Must possess a TWIC Card (Transportation Workers Identity Card)
·  Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook)
·  Strong health, safety, environmental and regulatory compliance record
·  Strong interpersonal skills with experience influencing project teams and contractors
·  Strong teamwork skills with experience in working with engineers and multi-discipline teams
Other Requirements (eg Travel, Location)

14/14 rotation offshore
Eligibility Requirements

If you are applying for a position in the United States, you must be at least 18 years of age, legally authorized to work in the United States; and not require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., TN, H1B status), now or in the future.

Desired profile

Essential Education

A minimum of a High School Diploma or equivalent.
Desirable criteria and qualifications

N/A