Fluid Operative
vakansiya — 2024

A vacancy has arisen externally for a rotational Fluid Operative position as part of the Offshore Business Unit and is available for Azerbaijani citizens only.

The Fluid Operative is responsible to the Driller for the operation of the mud system whilst drilling and for the racking/running of the drill string from a fully automated rig when tripping, and may assist the Assistant Driller as required. The Fluid operative will also support Deck Crews and liaise with supply vessels during bulk transfers.

Key Responsibilities (including but not limited to):

• Ensure the smooth running of the mud pumps and all the mud processing equipment and to perform routine maintenance on the same.
• Carry out routine mud sampling and simple weight and viscosity checks and add chemicals as advised by the mud engineer.
• Maintain all mud pumping and processing area in a clean and tidy condition.
• Record the use of any mud pump parts as required. Keep mud pump records up to date.
• Before tripping to line-up the mud system as required and to shut down unnecessary equipment.
• Ensure that in the derrick:
• There are no loose tools or debris lying around.
• No loose ropes hanging from the board.
• All tubulars are securely fastened.
• Report faulty equipment and damage within the derrick structure.
• Relieve the Assistant Driller as required.
• Monitor active pit levels to assist in well control, reporting any anomalies to the Driller immediately.
• Drive fork trucks/Sack Handling System as required for cargo and chemical handling.
• Assist in installation and movement of B.O.P. equipment.
• Carry out repairs to the fluid end of the mud pumps and to the valves in the LP mud system.
• In liaison with the Mud Engineer:
• Plan the use of the mud pits for taking on fluids and the back load of fluids.
• Prepare the mud pits for special mixes e.g. cement spacers.
• Supervise general assistants when engaged in pit cleaning or pit entry.
• Assist in maintaining mud properties as per drilling programme.
• Maintain the pump and pit room logbooks accurately and up to date for use as basis for handing over to the relief.
• Responsible for the supervision and performance of personnel engaged in activities in their area of responsibility or for which they have been allocated responsibility by their supervisor.
• Carry out rig inspections as required by BMS and supervision.
• Reporting of deficiencies and safety concerns to supervisor.
• Assist/carry out mechanical isolations on mud system equipment in accordance with platform permit to work systems once authorised.
• Stand-in for alternative work discipline as required.
• Complete any other reasonable tasks as delegated by Line Supervisor.
• Attend onshore or offshore meetings and additional training, as may be required.

Key Skills/Qualifications:

Minimum qualifications:

• Relevant academic background and relevant certificates.
• Offshore drilling experience is required.

Minimum experience:

• Minimum of three years offshore experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Generic skills:

• Good problem-solving skills & high level of concentration.
• Willingness to work outside in all weather conditions.
• Awareness of health and safety.
• Excellent command of Azerbaijan, good knowledge of English and Russian languages.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Computer software skills (e.g. MS Office).
• Ability to work in a high performing work environment.
• Ability to work productively and maintain effective working relationships with people of different national and cultural backgrounds.
• Ability to work as part of a small team and also on your own initiative.
• Physical strength.
• Enthusiastic and hard working.
• Good supervisory and mentoring skills.
• Demonstrated leadership and organization skills.

Interested?

If you feel you have the skills, experience and approach necessary to perform this role, please apply via the following link: https://www.turandrilling.com/careers/Pages/Job-Search.aspx?reg=Any&pos=Any

Application deadline: 16th March 2021

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.