• Chief Engineer (on DPDS and DPSS)
• Chief Mechanic
• Chief Electrician
• Sr. Electronic Technician (on DPDS and DPSS)
• Sr. Subsea Engineer

• Required to be fully familiar with the vessel's S.O.P.E.P, Waste Management Plan and PEI plan
• Ensure that non-conformities, accidents, incidents, and near misses within his department are documented and reported to the Master
• Ensure that all Maintenance personnel are issued personal protective equipment and ensure that the crew is trained in the maintenance and use of all necessary PPE.
• Hold daily departmental meetings to discuss and inform personnel of safety and general issues concerning the maintenance department.
• Ensure orientation and familiarization of all new and transferred personnel reporting to the vessel.
• Responsible for ensuring that his/her Certificate/s of Competency (MODU or STCW 95 as appropriate) and Medical are current.
• Ensure that adequate resources, tools, and equipment are available as required by the vessel's Safety Management System.  
• Ensure that Lifeboats, FRCs and Workboats are maintained and serviced according to recommended procedures. Will Liaise with the Chief Engineer.

• Responsible for the maintenance, of all equipment (including drilling and subsea), machinery, main propulsion plant and all other vessel control systems
• Ensure that all critical mechanical & electrical safety systems are maintained and tested to company standards and flag state regulations
• Coordinate with the Site Manager and Captain (on DP vessels) to plan and schedule maintenance needs
• Support the Rig Asset Manager in developing and executing all equipment requirements
• Operate, monitor, evaluate, and document machinery performance
• Ensure fuel operations are handled in accordance with procedures
• Communicate with all department supervisors to organize; document, and implement planned preventative maintenance and repair procedures for all equipment on board.
• Ensure personnel are aware, understand and follow written repair procedures. Document and communicate any discrepancies or problems to the Master, Site Manager and Rig Asset Manager
• Maintain a record of the rigs engineering system activities
• Administer Maximo program and coordinate all corrective PM between departments.
• Sign off on all PM and CM work orders to guaranty proper execution of maintenance tasks
• Periodically audit executed work to ensure consistent with work order report
• Responsible for the MAF and EFR processes and coordinate follow up with Rig Asset Manager
• Coordinate with the Rig Asset Manager for the preparation of the 5yr maintenance plan and any rig modifications or AFE's
• Facilitate audit execution from shore and / or corporate office
• Responsible for controlling inventory levels
• Responsible for the follow up on action items
• Track and Monitor AME KPI's
• Review and update maintenance procedures, in conjunction with other department heads, to ensure that the vessel's working operations are conducted in a way that prevents injury to personnel and/or damage to the vessel or equipment. Inform department personnel of any changes in these procedures.
• Ensure that the drilling crew uses the Assets as they are designed to be used. Any abuse should be reported to his direct supervisors immediately
• Generate Max and Mins levels for all expendable materials.
• Review Maintenance Department requisitions and expenditures. Ensure that unnecessary items are not purchased, and that inventory levels are adequate.
• Enlist department heads to carry out physical inspection of spares. Ensure good housekeeping of all maintenance work and storage areas
• Ensure a smooth transition during Maintenance Department crew change.
• Ensure all load bearing equipment and pressure vessels under his/her control are maintained, inspected, tested, certified and recorded based on Statutory Regulations and Class requirements. Department supervisors will keep thee systems current and communicate any deficiencies.  

• Associate's degree in mechanical technology or related educational equivalent from an accredited technical school, trade school, or institute is preferred.

• Must have 10 or more years of experience in maintenance department, as well as offshore experience.
• Strong expertise in preventive maintenance systems
• Strong experience in hydraulic, electrical, mechanic systems is required.
• Knowledge in reading and interpreting hydraulic, electrical and mechanical drawings is required.
• Knowledge in Class certification is required.
• Knowledge in Regulatory Compliance is required.
• Knowledge in Rig Survey is required

• English 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.

• Offshore survival and medical certificates as mandated by government regulations are 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.

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