Floorhand

Work under the direction of the Driller as necessary to support on-going rig operations. Implement and uphold safety and environmental compliance requirements. Operate rig floor equipment and support systems under the direction of the Driller. Perform general rig floor house-keeping duties and material preservation activities under the supervision of the Driller. Assist other personnel as directed.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 6+ months of experience working offshore.
• Completion of all training requirements for the position within designated time period.
• VG2 Drill & Well Technology and a skilled trade position

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

         OPERATIONS

• Safely and efficiently perform all duties assigned by the Driller during drilling, work over and completion operations.
• Ensure the drill floor is kept clean and that all equipment is in its proper place.
• When required, work with casing, cementing, logging, and directional crews in performing specialized operations related to down hole operations.
• During tripping operations work assigned duties to include make-up/break-out tong operator, pipe tailer/stabber, back-up tong operator, pull and set slips, make up and break out tool joints, and replace tong dies.
• Check and replace snub lines and break out lines as required.
• Inspect spinning wrench for proper and safe working order.  Grease as required.
• Ensure air lubricator has required oil.
• Inspect chain.
• Inspect hanging line and counterweight assembly.
• Inspect snub line.
• Conduct mud viscosity and mud weight checks of the drilling mud at the shale shaker as required.
• Work as required in the pontoon area to transfer fluids.
• Communicate all activity in pontoon area with Driller, Ballast Control Operator and Barge Engineer.
• Participate in the development of newly appointed team members.
• Other duties as assigned.

         MAINTENANCE

• Safely and efficiently perform all duties assigned during maintenance operations.
• Perform housekeeping around the rig as required, such as keeping the rig floor clean and clear of all tools after each trip.
• Keep BOPs washed down.
• Keep shale shaker and de-sander clean when in use.  Perform necessary maintenance on the shale shaker.
• Keep drawworks and rotary lubricated.
• Become familiar with blowout and shut-in procedures.
• Visually inspect the drill string so as to report wash outs, excessive wear, joint or thread damage.
• May be required to do rig and equipment maintenance such as chipping, scraping, painting, scrubbing, and cleaning.
• Assist in keeping the deck of the rig free of all unnecessary tools and equipment.
• Relieve the Derrickman as assigned in order to gain experience for promotion.
• Assist in maintaining the general appearance of the drilling rig.
• Assist with maintenance of equipment in the pontoon area.

         HEALTH, SAFETY & ENVIRONMENTAL

• Implement and uphold Noble's safety policies and procedures.
• Ensure that all operations proceed in a safe manner.  Correct and notify responsible parties of any unsafe acts and/or conditions which exist.
• Encourage and motivate personnel to observe safety and environmental policies and all intended and implied requirements of Noble's Management System.
• Responsible for familiarizing and adhering to Noble's Live Safe Code for the purpose of promoting a zero-incident and no-harm workplace.
• Responsible for familiarizing and utilizing Noble's Hazard Identification Tool to manage risk created by various energy sources found in the workplace.
• Attend and actively participate in daily pre-tour and weekly safety meetings.
• Ensure compliance with the requirements established in Noble's Management System.
• Initiate a safety stand down whenever an unplanned hazard or change in the expected results is observed.
• Perform all Safety Critical Tasks as detailed in the HSE Case.
• Incorporate the STOP the job planning process into all tasks, whether working alone or as part of a team.
• Take the initiative to perform emergency duties without specific orders or instruction.
• Develop and implement Job Safety Analysis and prepare hazard assessments as required.
• Responsible for compliance with all government regulations.

SUPERVISORY

None