Drilling Section Leader - Noble Endeavor

About the role

The Drilling Section Leader is responsible for the operational safety, efficiency, production and client relations of the drilling operation. They implement and uphold safety and environmental compliance requirements, providing onboard leadership and direction for meeting the customer's drilling program requirements.

Responsibilities

• Directly represent Noble on board the unit and is directly responsible for the overall operation, management, and safety of the unit offshore (in conjunction with the Captain if assigned).
• Coordinate with the designated supervisor on operations affecting vessel ballast and loading.
• Order needed rig supplies, parts and materials, anticipating and requisitioning each needed item ensuring items are on hand when needed.
• Make all decisions regarding utilization of drilling-related equipment, making sure the rig and support equipment is properly maintained and not damaged.
• Conduct daily briefing with the crews to update current drilling operations and give any support necessary for on-going operations.
• Support and carry out directions from the Drilling Superintendent during adverse weather conditions or situations where vessel and personnel safety are involved.
• Conduct daily operations meeting with Department Heads, Barge Engineers, Drillers, Crane Operators, and other key personnel to plan, execute, and monitor progress ensuring safe and efficient operations.
• Communicate regularly with the Operator’s on-site representative, ensuring that each party's priorities and plans are clearly communicated and understood.
• Complete all required paperwork in an accurate and timely manner, maintaining an up-to-date file system and an orderly office.
• Maintain records as required by Noble, the government, and the Operator.
• Measure, monitor and manage shipboard machinery space generated wastes and the conditions of any equipment having oil-to-sea interfaces on a daily basis.
• Ensure that the handling of all deck waste and drainage is properly handled and discharged in a manner consistent with the requirements of the applicable regulations, including MARPOL.
• Safely and efficiently perform all duties assigned by Noble during all operations.
• Ensure that all personnel have completed the orientation process.
• Promote appropriate professional development and training opportunities for employees.
• Prepare, organize, evaluate, and/or approve periodical status reports as well as evaluations and assessments for personnel (including trainees) under immediate supervision and make recommendations as appropriate.
• Write and/or approve weekly reports on present drilling operations, equipment status, material status, and supplies.
• Maneuver and position the vessel on to the well location defined by the client and with the use of anchors and/or Dynamic Positioning or independent legs; ensure that the vessel will remain safely in position during operations.
• Direct and/or witness the pretension tests of the anchors and/or tank preload tests at each well location.
• Ensure that the integrity and stability of the vessel is being maintained at all times and take action if necessary to relocate and/or reposition the vessel during periods of adverse weather or hostile environment situations to prevent any harm to personnel or damage to the vessel.
• Oversee the catering staff, ensuring proper hygiene is practiced with respect to the quality, storage and preparation of food, cleanliness of the kitchen and accommodation, hospital upkeep and medical care, suitable drinking water including suitable laundry facilities to maintain clean linen and towels.
• Communicate with the Drilling Superintendent in reviewing and discussing the client's projected well program before operations commence and throughout the well as necessary to stay abreast of pertinent operational activities and time factors.
• Ensure that the optimum quantity of fuel, lubricants, potable water and material for program will be on board at all times.
• Recommend action in the case of personnel or equipment problems having an adverse effect on the operational or safety aspects of the unit.
• Carry out various administrative functions such as making daily entries in logbooks, reviewing and approving routine lists of provisions, management reports, maintaining current receipts and issue reporting and third party charge administration.
• Prior to arrival, become familiar with each new Shorebase's local labor and/or union situation, hospital and medical facilities, health requirements or hazards, food and fuel availability, general politics, social customs, local laws, customs / immigration regulations, etc., and ensures that all key personnel assigned to the vessel are advised of pertinent information.
• Aid in preparing annual operating budget for the vessel.
• Ensure that prompt reports are made to the appropriate local regulatory authority, Flag Administration, and pursuant to internal reporting requirements of any critical equipment malfunction related to main propulsion, steering, or marine environmental protection equipment.
• Ensure employees' compliance with Noble's Management System, MARPOL, Ballast Water Management and all other applicable environmental protection requirements.
• Maintain all records required by international conventions and treaties including SOLAS, the ISM Code and MARPOL and applicable State and Federal statutes and regulations and any additional documents or records required under Noble's Management System. Records shall be maintained for the period specified by the MODUs Flag Administration, local regulatory authority, and Noble's Management System and these records shall be readily available for inspection or audit.
• Ensure the use of and review handover notes for the PIC. The notes shall have a descriptive environmental component and include information related to the status, handling and discharge of any MODU generated wastes or slops and the operation of the Oil Water Separator ("OWS") and incinerator. The notes shall also discuss the operation condition of the main propulsion and steering machinery.
• Carry out the Noble Leadership Model by Developing Yourself, Leading Your Team, Driving the Business, and Delivering Results.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 1+ years of experience as an Assistant Rig Manager / DSL.
• If required, MODU OIM License, Unrestricted, Surface Units Underway or Surface Units on Location. Working towards Unrestricted License.
• Strong technical background in all aspects of drilling operations and support equipment.
• Excellent leadership, communication and management skills.
• Proficient computer skills in office software and company proprietary software.
• Experience with Dynamic Positioning Systems if MODU so equipped.
• Experienced in marine environmental and hazardous material regulations and procedures.
• Experienced in offshore marine operations, industrial environment, and drilling operations.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks on a daily basis and to follow-up on all tasking to completion.
• Ability to claim and accept ownership of rig equipment and processes, and to provide appropriate leadership when called upon.
• Excellent customer service skills to deal with all customers.
• Completion of all training requirements required for the position within designated period of time.

Skills

• Strong technical background in all aspects of drilling operations and support equipment.
• Excellent leadership, communication and management skills.
• Proficient computer skills in office software and company proprietary software.
• Dynamic Positioning Systems experience if MODU so equipped.
• Marine environmental and hazardous material regulations and procedures expertise.
• Offshore marine operations, industrial environment, and drilling operations experience.
• Multiple task handling ability.
• Ownership and leadership of rig equipment.
• Customer service skills.
• Training completion within designated period of time.

Benefits

Noble offers competitive benefits packages to eligible employees, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.

Pay

The salary range for this position is $X per hour - $Y per hour, depending on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

The schedule for this position is typically 24/7, with rotating shifts to accommodate the needs of the drilling operation.