Naval Architect / Senior Naval Architect
Location
Aberdeen | United Kingdom
Job description
Company Profile
Oceaneering is a global provider of engineered services and products, primarily to the offshore energy industry. We develop products and services for use throughout the lifecycle of an offshore oilfield, from drilling to decommissioning. We operate the world's premier fleet of work class ROVs. Additionally, we are a leader in offshore oilfield maintenance services, umbilicals, subsea hardware, and tooling. We also use applied technology expertise to serve the defense, entertainment, material handling, aerospace, science, and renewable energy industries.
Duties & Responsibilities Purpose To implement and maintain the Oceaneering Floating Systems integrity management service to ensure the continued integrity of our client's offshore production facilities. This service is to be in line with Oceaneering and the Client's documentary requirements and legislation where applicable.
Functions ESSENTIAL
- Provide technical leadership and authority in Naval Architecture, delegating work where applicable to junior engineers within their technical capabilities. Review and check junior engineer's output
- Provide support to our clients which includes Integrity Management / Inspection Management / Maintenance activities for Floating Systems (both hull and topsides structures) in accordance with client contractual requirements
- Ensure projects are performed in accordance with industry codes/standards / Classification Rules, legislation, accreditation, and Oceaneering or Client policies/procedures
- Prepare and maintain Floating Systems (hull and topsides structures) Integrity and Inspection Management strategies and risk-based assessments
- Ensure the strategies are implemented with the development of appropriate short- and long-term plans and activities in accordance with the Client planning process
- Manage development and approval of detailed inspection work packs /work scopes for inspections and activities for the appropriate personnel or contractor(s). Ensuring all parties are fully conversant with all aspects of the workscopes
- Review and endorse all relevant hull and topside structures Inspection Reports, including 3rd party NDE Reports, and confirm the inspections have been carried out as required by the strategies and work packs
- Carry out appropriate assessments or investigations of reported defects, report any anomalies and highlight any areas of concern to the appropriate client focal point. Advise the client when conditions present any immediate threat to integrity
- Write accurate and concise reports which review, analyse, and trend integrity management and inspection data and provide informed recommendations for repair strategies
- Develop strong relationships internally with the integrity management team and externally with Clients, Contractors, and offshore personnel to ensure excellence in delivery and an effective integrity service
- Undertake offshore visits, site visit or surveys as required
- Promote the use of innovative methods or specialist technology to provide a more efficient service
- Assist in the review and maintenance of Oceaneering processes and procedures for all aspects of floating systems
- Lead, develop or input to bids and proposals in support of global operations
- Support the Business Development function in the identification and development/delivery of marketing to prospective clients
- Support the Line Manager in the management of Oceaneering's contract providing assurance on technical delivery and cost management including budgets/forecasting/CTRs
NON-ESSENTIAL
- The list of job duties is not exclusive or exhaustive and the post holder will be required to undertake tasks that may reasonably be expected within the scope of the post
- Assist with any other duties as and when required
- Undertake specific projects as instructed by management
Qualifications Qualifications REQUIRED
- Bachelor's degree in Naval Architecture or related discipline e.g., Structural, Mechanical
DESIRED
- Master's degree in a related subject e.g., Naval, Structural, Mechanical
- Award of professional engineer status within local region e.g., CEng/EUR ING/PE
- Offshore medical and survival certification
Closing Statement We offer a competitive salary, a comprehensive benefits package and the opportunity to advance in an international company. To apply, click 'Apply Now'.
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