Job vacancy for Deck Pusher at Transocean

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Our Client - Transocean is seeking to recruit qualified candidates for the below position:

Job Title: Deck Pusher

Job Function
Supervise cranes and deck operations and ensure these operations are carried out in a safe and efficient manner.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

1.) Operations/Maintenance:

  • Maintain good communication with Barge Supervisor, Ballast Control Operator and drill floor
  • Act as HLO as required and assist with the training of the helideck crew (where applicable)
  • Coordinate supply boat traffic, particularly during loading and unloading materials
  • Check lifted loads for clearance, obstructions in movement, balance, and proper attachment
  • Assist in the operation of bulk system for loading, transfers and general usage
  • Monitor quantities of expendables such as fuel, potable water, and drill water
  • Supervise the replacement or installation of mooring lines and bulk fill up hoses
  • Supervise the maintenance, inspection and repair of cranes and barge equipment. Ensure the Preventive Maintenance tasks on the equipment are completed and recorded.
  • Ensure a clean and organized main deck and pipe deck
  • Maintain an organized barge equipment store
  • Operate, maintain, and repair as needed, the rig's fire fighting equipment and systems



  • Provide Crane Operator and Roustabouts with relevant instructions for current and forthcoming operations
  • Ensure pretour meeting is done prior to all nonroutine deck operations
  • Supervise all cranes and deck operations such as running casing, picking up or laying down tubular, placement of equipment and supplies, etc
  • Keep a running inventory of slings and lifting equipment in use. Advise the Barge Supervisor of shortages or damaged slings
  • Monitor the weather conditions and rig motions
  • Record daily activities in official logbook and ensure that proper documents and licenses are valid and posted as required
  • Assist the Barge Supervisor during mobilization, demobilization, and rig move operations


2.) Personnel

  • Meet the training requirements according to the applicable training matrix
  • Assist with training of deck crews. Training to include but not limited to proper rigging, materials handling and techniques, use of hand held radio, and painting procedures
  • Recommend promotion or disciplinary action up to and including discharge
  • Participate fully in the annual performance appraisal process
  • Mentor, develop and train crew members to ensure they are competent to work at their next job level

3.) QHSE
  • Incorporate the THINK process into all tasks, whether working alone or as part of a team
  • Participate in the START process
  • Ensure subordinate personnel are properly trained in the START process
  • Call a Time Out for Safety (TOFS) whenever an unplanned hazard or a change in the expected results is observed
  • Perform assigned duties during safety drills and emergency situations as per designation on station bill
  • Actively participate in the weekly safety meeting and other safety management system issues


Application Deadline 27th December, 2012

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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