Positioning Operator

Dynamic Positioning Operator – Noble Corporation. The DPO is the Junior DP watchstander, who trains and works under the direct supervision of the Senior DPO. The DPO is to maintain the vessel on station for operations while on location, and monitor position while underway/making way. They continuously monitor all systems critical for DP operations while on the DP desk. Serve as Navigational Watch Officer while relieved from DP duty.

Maintain constant communication with rig floor, ROV and Engine control room to maintain a high level of awareness to current operations and power systems. Maintain all required forms, logs and check lists in a professional and timely manner. Understand and follow FMEA, WSOG, DP Operations Manual, Standing Orders, and Night Orders. Aid in the maintenance of DP system components and position monitoring references if necessary.

Responsible for implementing and upholding safety and environmental compliance requirements.

• Bachelors degree in Marine Transportation preferred.
• 1+ years of experience on DP vessels and experience in an industrial marine environment.
• Unlimited DPO certificate issued by the Nautical Institute.
• USCG Unlimited Tonnage Any Oceans Third Mate's License, or equivalent.
• Completion of all training requirements for the position within designated time period.
• Proficient in office applications, dynamic positioning control systems, and other systems required for the position.

• Work under the direction of the Sr. DPO to gain greater knowledge and proficiency in DP operations.
• Optimize vessel position and heading to minimize vessel force required to maintain location.
• Continuously monitor current and forecasted weather and met ocean conditions to anticipate changes in net forces acting on the vessel.
• Understand and follow prescribed WSOG, Standing Orders, Night Orders, and Noble policies.
• Maintain a high level of situational awareness while on watch. Take all measures to minimize any distractions to prudent watchkeeping.

• Operate the automated and fixed station keeping system of the vessel.
• Coordinate with Master and Rig Manager to move on or off location, starting or securing the Dynamic Positioning (DP) Systems.
• Monitor the Dynamic Positioning System and its associated equipment and instrumentation to maintain the desired position of the unit over the well during drilling operations.
• Communicate with the Sr. DPO, Master, Drill Floor and Engine Room during inclement weather conditions to ensure the DP system is in an optimal setup to maintain the desired position during operations.
• Maintain good communications with the drill floor, engine control room, ROV and Subsea at all times, and advise whenever a situation is developing that might affect operations.
• Advise the Driller and Master of potential position loss.
• Assist Chief Mate and Master with deck operations as required.
• Assist in performing Preventative Maintenance on DP equipment and set up the DP system operational parameters.
• Assist running and maintaining records for hydrophones and subsea beacons.
• Be familiar with basic operational theory and failure modes of satellite and acoustic position reference systems.
• Be familiar with the principles of basic closed-loop control system theory;
  Emergency Response Manual; and the operation of all software required for the DPO position.
• Complete training on any other systems relevant to the DP.
• Control the vessel using manual and joystick controls.
• Ensure that all defects and anomalies are reported to the Sr. DPO and Master as well as any relevant department heads.
• Ensure that all DP system data are recorded.
• Ensure that there is adequate power and reserves of power for the maintenance of position and operations; give immediate attention to any problems.
• Function as vessel radio operator. Maintain proper GMDSS and Radio watch.
• Support Sr. DPO in navigation and Watch Officer's duties during transit.
• Know basic operational theory, calibration methods, and failure modes of electronic riser and stack angle sensors.
• Know operational response to all DP alarms (who to call, what to do) and all Vessel Management System alarms (who to call, what to do).
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