Offshore Rig Welder - Offshore

Location:

Offshore Oil & Gas Rigs (Platforms, Drillships, FPSOs)

Employment Type:

Rotational (e.g., 28 days on/28 days off)
Certifications

Required:

• AWS D1.1 (Structural Steel) or ASME Section IX (Pressure Vessels/Piping)
• Offshore-Specific Certs:
• BOSIET/FOET (Basic Offshore Safety Induction)
• HUET (Helicopter Underwater Escape Training)
• OGUK/UKOOA Medical Fitness
• Confined Space Entry (if applicable)

• 1. Critical Fabrication & Repair:
  • Weld high-stress components (e.g., risers, pipelines, rig structural supports) under variable weather/sea conditions.
• 2. Strict Compliance:
  • Adhere to offshore safety protocols (e.g., PTW systems, gas testing, H2S awareness).
  • Follow rig-specific procedures (e.g., hot work permits, simultaneous operations rules).
  • Weld high-grade alloys (e.g., duplex stainless steel, Inconel) resistant to saltwater corrosion.
  • Address vibration/fatigue stresses unique to dynamic offshore structures.
• 4. Emergency Response:
  • Act as part of the rigs emergency team for urgent repairs (e.g., blowout preventer leaks).
• 5. Logistical Constraints:
  • Work in confined spaces (e.g., ballast tanks, leg columns) with limited ventilation.

• 5+ years welding experience (preferably in oil/gas).
• Offshore survival training (non-negotiable).
• Ability to pass random drug/alcohol tests (rig policy).
• Training Reimbursements (Employer responsibility when expire on job).
• Insurance Coverage (Employer responsibility).

Offshore welders must prioritize adaptability, safety, and teamwork over speederrors can escape catastrophically in remote locations.