Asst Driller at Transocean Nigeria

Transocean is the world's largest offshore drilling contractor, provides the most versatile fleet of mobile offshore drilling units to help clients find and develop oil and natural gas reserves. Building on more than 50 years of experience with the highest specification rigs, our approximately 18,000 employees are focused on safety and premier offshore drilling performance. Copied from: www.hotnigerianjobs.com

We are currently recruiting for the position of:

Job Title: Asst Driller

Job ID: 2000665

Location: Lagos

Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform the drilling department's daily checklists, i.e. QHSE checks, mast/Derrick inspection, choke and kill manifold set up, etc.
• Maintain accurate records of tubular and tool dimensions (i.e. internal and external diameter, fish neck, and serial numbers) .
• Calculate ton-miles on drilling line; maintain an accurate logbook and advise the Driller on the need to slip and cut .
• Maintain an organized drilling equipment store and tubular and subs inventory .
• Maintain proper communication with the Driller, Toolpusher, and other department heads  .
• Read and interpret various gauges and meters relating to the drilling operations; assist the Driller in maintaining records and logs; .
• Actively participate in pre-tour meeting with the drilling crew for all drilling operations;.
• Assist and relieve the Driller at the Driller's console during drilling operations; .
• Assist with the preparation of equipment for impending drilling operations.
• Organize and supervise the drilling crews for all operations.
• Assist the Driller during an emergency or well control situation; assist in the well killing operations.
• Assist in supervision of Preventive Maintenance carried out on drilling equipment .
• Assist in supervision of repairs on drilling and associated equipment; .
• Assist in running and cementing casing strings, running and retrieving BOPs and risers, and other operations as directed by the Driller or Toolpusher.
• Monitor mud systems and supervise solids control equipment and mud mixing operation.
• Assist in the planning, organization and execution of rig move operations.
• Operate drilling and associated equipment as directed by the Driller, i.e. Top Drive System, mud pumps, BOP and Diverter controls, etc.

Application Closing Date
20th February, 2014.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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