Assistant Rig Manager - MODU (North Sea)

Operating on a global scale we are one of the few drilling contractors with a heritage going back for 9 decades. With an extensive fleet of jack-ups and deepwater semi submersibles and drillships we are experiencing rapid expansion and have ordered a further ten rigs to be constructed. We are urgently seeking an offshore assistant rig manager to join our North Sea sector, working within the Dutch waters on a rotational 2/2 basis. On offer will be a negotiable base salary of around £100-110k per year and a range of other benefits. This will either be for a jack-up or a semi-submersible depending on your experience. This is a supervisory position and it goes without saying that we will only consider people with the relevant experience. To apply you must: * Demonstrate the technical knowledge required for this role. * Have extensive offshore experience, withNorth Seaexposure preferred. * Be highly organised and be able to provide examples of effectively executed plans, in accordance with client's requirement and respective well programmes. * Be an excellent communicator, and able to simultaneously train, motivate and support the drill crew, whilst maintaining open liaison with the rig manger, OIM and client representatives * Posses a valid IWCF at supervisor level, combined subsea and surface preferred * Ensure all offshore certificates are valid and up to date You will have five key areas of responsibility, listed below: 1 Management of Operations Including: * Planning, organising, supervising and executing well programmes * Minimising downtime * Informing OIM, Rig manager and Client's representative of operations and any concerns * Participate in daily operational meetings * Supervise non-routine tasks * Ensure all activities are carried out safely and adhere to all relevant regulations 1 Health, Safety and Environment Including: * Safe monitoring and supervision of crews by all supervisors * Participate in safety meetings * Ensure strict adherence to policies and procedures * Demonstrate personal commitment to the safety management system * Undertake risk assessments 1 Personnel and Training Including: * Ensure operations have the appropriate number of sufficiently qualified personnel * Train and record personnel development and ensure they are competent before leaving them to complete a task * Lead and motivate team and carry out accurate appraisals 1 Maintenance and Equipment Including: * Supervise the preventative maintenance procedures * Oversee material purchasing, repairs and equipment movement ensuring all are carried out in line with correct procedures * Monitor and review stock levels on board with departmental supervisor, maintaining appropriate levels * Confirm all equipment is certified or documented as fit for purpose * Monitor appearance of rig and equipment to the correct standard 1 Administration Including: * Reporting is complete in a timely manner and is accurate and legible * All relevant information is present during hand-overs to enable the continued safe and efficient running of the rig * Follow action plans and outstanding audit points until completion * Ensure inspection lists are utilised in relevant areas of the rig I will endeavour to reply to every application, however please be aware that this may not always be possible. If you have not heard back from me within 14 days of applying then, unfortunately, you have been unsuccessful this time.