Chief Mechanic Offshore Jackup Rig
2 days ago
Chief Mechanic Offshore Jackup Rig
Location: Qatar Offshore (Qatar Petroleum, North Field, or Contracted Rigs)
Employment Type: Rotational (e.g., 28 days on/28 days off)
Reporting To: Rig Manager / OIM (Offshore Installation Manager)
Key Responsibilities:
1. Mechanical Systems Oversight
· Lead maintenance/repairs of jackup rig mechanical systems, including:
- Leg jacking systems (rack & pinion, hydraulic elevators)
- Main engines (CAT, Wartsila, or MAK diesels)
- Power generation (generators, switchgear)
- Hydraulic systems (cranes, BOP controls)
- Pumping systems (ballast, firewater, fuel transfer)
2. Compliance & Safety
- Ensure adherence to Qatar Energy (QP) standards, IMO regulations, and SHEQ policies.
- Conduct risk assessments for critical maintenance (e.g., jacking system overhauls).
- Enforce PTW (Permit to Work) and LOTO (Lockout-Tagout) procedures.
3. Team Leadership
- Supervise mechanical crew (assistant mechanics, electricians, and subcontractors).
- Coordinate with Qatar-based onshore support for major spares/logistics.
4. Emergency Response
- Act as first responder for mechanical failures (e.g., loss of jacking control, engine room fires).
- Lead root cause analysis (RCA) for equipment breakdowns.
5. Documentation
- Maintain logs for Class surveys (ABS, DNV) and Qatar Ministry of Energy audits.
- Report downtime incidents to Qatar Petroleum (QP) or Nakilat if vessel is chartered.
Requirements:
- Qualifications & Certifications
- Education: Diploma/Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
- Experience: 10+ years offshore (5+ as Chief Mechanic on jackups).
Certifications:
o OPITO/BOSIET (Offshore Survival)
o HUET (Helicopter Safety)
o Qatar-specific:
§ QP (Qatar Petroleum) Safety Passport
§ Qatar Ministry of Public Health Medical Fitness
o Technical:
§ SAP or CMMS (Maintenance Software Proficiency)
§ HVAC/R (for living quarters systems)
Expected Salary in Qatar (2025)
Benefits:
Compensation
$ 380/ day
Additional Benefits:
- Housing allowance (if based in Qatar on rotation breaks).
- Flight tickets (economy class, home country to Doha).
- Bonus schemes (safety/performance-based).
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