Electrician

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Job Summary

Job Description

REPORTING:

Reports to Chief Electrician, Electronic/Electrical Supervisor

SUPERVISION:

None

PRE-REQUISITE/QUALIFICATION:

• High School Diploma (U.S.)/ Proof of Completion of Formal Education or Relevant Craft Certificate (where applicable)
• Successful Military Discharge - Preferred for U.S.
• Graduate of Trade School or University where knowledge and training acquired are applicable to job requirements - Preferred
• Knowledge of all technical calculations required for electrical operation of the drilling unit and basic computer skills
• Valid medical examination and vaccination certificates
• Norway Specific: Must hold qualifications in accordance with relevant authority requirements and the requirements of the Havtilref. Activities Regulations, Norwegian Oil & Gas (NOG).

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Promotes a Safe and Respectful Work Environment: Proactively promotes and maintains a healthy respect for open and transparent dialogue between all levels of personnel
• Demonstrates care for the safety and well-being of all personnel, at all times. Invests in each person to provide equal opportunity for development and advancement of those qualified, to fulfill their career objectives. Respects the dignity of all personnel and recognizes their merit.
• Attend and participate in all required Safety and Operational meetings.
• Participate fully in the annual performance appraisal process, competency assessments based on performance against Operational Discipline requirements.
• Complete company training requirements for the Electrician job level as per the training matrix, including in local/regulatory requirements.
• If applicable, the duties and responsibilities in the safety case for this position must be observed.
• Full participation in emergency drills and respond to emergency situations as per assigned duties on the station bill.

OPERATIONAL DISCIPLINE REQUIREMENTS:

• Disciplined application and participation in the Task Planning & Risk Assessment Process.
• This is inclusive of:
• Understanding and perform the roles and responsibilities as assigned at the pre-job meeting.
• Understanding the hazards associated with the task.
• Understanding and effectively implementing the control measures required to mitigate identified hazards.
• Execute all tasks and task steps in a disciplined manner, following the sequence detailed in the relevant procedures.
• Recognize at risk behavior or conditions during tasks and call ‘Time out for Safety’ when unsure, or when the job does not go as planned.
• Participate in After Action Reviews to feedback lessons learned from performing the task.

HSE REQUIREMENTS:

• Protect personnel, the environment, and assets by eliminating hazards and reducing health and safety risks.
• UnderstandCompany OI & HSE requirements applicable to the job position.
• Executework in accordance with Company OI & HSE requirements.
• Calla Time Out when a real or perceived at risk behavior or unsafe condition is observed.
• UseWorkSight ENGAGE during the execution of planned work.
• Reportall incidents, potential hazards, or abnormal situations to a supervisor.
• Incorporatethe Control of Work process into all work, whether working alone or as part of a team.
• Understandand implement major accident barriers / controls applicable to the job position.
• Maintaina safe and organized work area throughout and on completion of all work.
• Understandyour role in an emergency, as designated in the Emergency Response Plan and Station Bill.
• Participatein all emergency drills and exercises, as required.

DUTIES:

The underlying expectation is that all duties are carried out in compliance with the Company Operational Discipline expectations and HSE requirements. When considering assignment of duties for the Electrician, the Supervisor and the Electrician will apply the Control of Work processto determine if the assigned role is appropriate. This means confirming that the individuals involved have the knowledge, skills, and experience to carry out the task, and the task plan complies with policy before they are authorized to proceed.

GENERAL DUTIES:

Operations/Maintenance:

• Perform daily inspections and maintenance on electrical equipment.
• Comply with the permit to work and isolation systems.
• Carry out periodic maintenance according to the AIM (Asset & Inventory Management) guidelines and coordinate that maintenance with supervisor and other department heads.
• Maintain, troubleshoot and repair all power generation and distribution equipment, i.e. generators and engine controls, SCRs, switchgears, transformers, etc.
• Assist with the maintenance and repair of general rig equipment such as HVAC system, refrigeration plants, communication systems, lighting, etc.
• Carry out maintenance and repair on electrical components of drilling equipment, i.e. driller’s console, DC drilling motors and auxiliaries, top drive system, drawworks, mud pumps, etc.
• Carry out maintenance and repair on electrical components of marine equipment, i.e. thruster motors and auxiliaries, ballast pumps, control panels, cranes, etc.
• Install new equipment as required, with regards to electrical wiring, fixtures and junction boxes, etc.
• Assist in performing and interpreting power calculations, power factor, insulation tests, and positive relay tests as required.
• Study and understand electrical schematics as required.
• Maintain an adequate supply of spares to fulfill maintenance requirements; inform Chief Electrician when there is need to reorder.
• Inform supervisor and other department heads of any technical problems or limitations that may affect the safe operation of the rig.
• Assist with the implementation of outstanding recommendations from audits, as issued by Clients, Regulatory Authorities or rig management.
• Ensure that reports for repair and maintenance of equipment are accurate and complete.
• Assist in supplying information for maintenance and repair budget.
• Communicate equipment problems or breakdown information via direct supervisor to Field Support Group.
• Norway Specific: Knowledge of applicable technical requirements for Norwegian Oil & Gas (NOG) and ETO according to STCW III/6.

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