Site Manager

Global/ Site Manager / Energy / Experienced / Salary Package as per experience /Permanent/Urgent/ Job Ref: 711E007 

Job Description Safety 

• As the Person In Charge he has responsibility for the safety and welfare of all personnel onboard, for the safety, watertight integrity and seaworthiness of the drilling rig and for the protection of environment during the operations carried out on board the unit. 
• Manage the rig's emergency response team and consults with the Senior Tool pushers, Technical Coordinator, Barge Master, and Client's Representative if the safety of the rig or personnel is threatened. 
• Manage the response to any emergency situation and shutdown rig operation as deemed necessary. 
• Promote safety and company policies as line management responsibilities. 
• Report potential hazards to line supervisor. 
• Demonstrate commitment to the Company safety policies by frequent discussions, review, consultations and audits made on the unit. 
• Select appropriate standards, specifications and safe working procedures including drills and incorporate these in the operational procedures of the rig. 
• Monitor adherence to standards, specifications and procedures and review performances of department staff. 
• Ensure that staff are provided with sufficient resources and training to achieve their safety objectives. 
• Attend pre-tour and weekly safety meetings with all personnel and may attend at his discretion any regular department safety meeting. 
• Ensure that incidents causing harm or damages to personnel, to the environment or to equipment are properly investigated using formalized, systematic procedures and that effective measures are taken to prevent any recurrence. 
• Implement and monitor the effective execution of the Safety Training Observation Program (STOP). 
• Review or develop and implement Job Safety Analysis (JSA), risk assessments and Permit to Work (PTW); ensure they have been completed as required for all tasks and that they are accurate, complete, and effectively implemented. 
• Manage the development, coordination, documentation, training, and testing of emergency preparedness plans and procedures. 
• Ensure emergency preparedness drills and exercises are performed as scheduled, with good results, and are properly documented. 
• Ensure that specific crews are designated and trained for emergencies according to the rig station bill. 
• Monitor the effectiveness and make recommendations for improving the Company Quality Safety Management System (QSMS) 
• Know the company and the client's rules to control a kick. 
• Responsible to follow proper procedure on suspension of drilling operation and securing of the well in case of an emergency. 
• Ensure all non-conformities, defects, accidents, incidents, hazardous situations and cases of ill health are fully documented and correctly reported to the Designated Person(s) Ashore. 
• Ensure Lifesaving, fire fighting, emergency and safety drills are conducted in accordance with the recommendations of SOLAS 1974 Chapter III and Company or Contractor requirements. 
• Ensure that all safety training, inspections and maintenance requirements comply with the provisions of the STCW95 Code and SOLAS Chapter III Reg. 19.7 & 52. 
• Verify that the ship's communication equipment is maintained and operated in accordance with the Statutory Regulations. 

Operations 

• Keep the Rig Performance Manager informed of the state of the drill plant and the well, potential hazards, malfunction of equipment and actions taken. In general ensure effective communication with shore-based support personnel. 
• Plan and supervise the work to be done by his direct reports. 
• Supervise all the reports done by his direct reports and by the Company sub contractors. 
• Supervise the implementation of the Company's procedures, standards and specifications. 
• Monitor performance of drilling operations to ensure safe proceedings according to customer requirements, and in an optimally efficient manner. 
• Supervise the entire drilling program. 
• Review and sign the Rimdrill IADC drilling report and the Official Daily Statement and all attachments & reports requested by the Company and the Client. 
• As PIC, Issue documented instructions, as required, in the form of Standing orders, Night orders and special orders. The orders that he issues, whether written or verbal should be able to withstand scrutiny and should be in compliance with the Company's objectives in respect to safety, environmental protection and drilling operations. 
• Ensure that the preventive maintenance is properly followed in the different departments and coordinate the repairs or the maintenance to minimize the down time in cooperation with the Technical Coordinator and the Rig Asset Manager. 
• Ensure that all inspections are properly conducted. 
• Review monthly inventory reports to ensure adequate supplies for the rig and crew. 

Client relationship 

• Inform the client representative about the operations and the problems encountered. 
• Maintain a good and fair working relationship with the Client representative and his third parties subcontractors. 
• Work with the Client representative to have all third parties on board working under the Company operating rules and regulations. 
• Participate in the client pre-spud meetings, operational exercises (DWOP, Technical Limits) and drills. 

Personnel

• Provide input and recommendations for the hiring, transfers, promotions, and terminations of rig personnel. 
• Ensure the roles, responsibilities, accountabilities, and performance measures of direct reports are defined, understood, and enforced. 
• Monitor the performance of direct reports and perform annual appraisal. 
• Assess the competencies of direct reports. Coach, mentor, and work with them to enhance required competencies. 
• Establish goals and priorities with direct reports. 
• Oversee that all rig personnel are trained and certified for their particular job according to the Company Safety Training Matrix, as well as all regulatory, statutory, and client requirements before performing the job. 
• Verify and check the validity of certificates and master documents; ensure all training and certificates are up-to-date. 
• Ensure that all new personnel receive an offshore safety induction. 
• Oversee that all subcontractors are qualified for the job they will perform prior to starting work. 
• Review and authorize work permits. 
• Ensure training responsibilities of rig supervision are effectively discharged; request additional training programs as needed. 
• Interface between shore base and crew regarding personnel issues, problems, and queries. 
• Review time sheets for the rig staff. 
• Manage conflicts among crew and supervision. 

General Management 

• Provide input to the annual plan and budget; monitor budget to ensure cost effective operations; review and approve all rig expenses 
• Provide required financial and operational reports and forecasts. 
• Review performance against unit measures; establish initiatives with the team to achieve goals and objectives. 
• Develop and implement mechanisms to achieve effective communication, coordination of effort, information flow, and learning with direct reports. Ensure a high level of productivity, teamwork, and employee satisfaction among the rig crew. 
• Ensure rig supervisors are informed of any operational, maintenance, environmental, health, safety, and training, and quality issues, work with the team or individual supervisors to develop and implement effective solutions. 

Qualifications

Education:

• High school diploma or educational equivalent as minimum. 
• BS or Engineer degree preferred. 

Professional Experience and Skills:

• 5 years experience, including 2 years as Operation Engineer, Barge Captain or Senior Toolpusher on a MODU needed. 
• Supervisory experience is necessary. 
• English speaker is needed. Bi-lingual is preferred (English, Spanish, French, Portuguese). 
• Verbal communication skills necessary. 
• Ability to interact with individuals in a cross-cultural environment. 
• Leadership and employee development skills. 
• Team oriented. 

Licenses, Certifications, Credentials, and Other Requirements: 

• Offshore survival and medical certificates as mandated by government regulations are required. 
• Offshore Installation Manager certification is required 
• Supervisory Well control certification is required 
• Certified in all required safety training programs, including but not limited to underwater safety, fire fighting, and helicopter underwater escape. 
• Must pass pre-employment and random drug tests. 

To apply for this job, please send an updated CV to cv@santane.co.uk quoting Job reference no. or alternatively call +44(0) 7805049876 to discuss further.