Floorhand

The Floorhand handles drilling tools and tubulars on the rig floor for the purpose of making up/breaking down drill string, riser and other drilling systems on either the main or auxiliary well centers.

He/she will also assist in the execution of all drilling operations in other areas of the vessel as required.

All duties will be conducted in accordance with company policies and procedures, in a safe and efficient manner.

• Actively participates in daily pre ‐ tour meeting and pre ‐ job meetings as often as required by the operations. When a deviation from the planned operations is necessary, stop the work, regroup and obtain approval prior to plan and implement the deviation.
• Follows standard instructions and maintains good communication with the Assistant Driller; provides notification of any concern, ensuring any deviation is properly communicated and documented.
• Ensures that operations are planned, organized, supervised and executed in accordance with well programs, rig move plans, company requirements and contractual obligations.
• Performs daily checks (i.e. QHSE checks, manifold line ups, etc.) as directed by the Assistant Driller.
• Operates rig tongs, wrenches and other equipment required for making up or breaking out tubular; perform other tasks necessary for drilling operations.
• Uses manual and automated means to move, position, lift, pull, push, remove and install tubular and other equipment as needed to perform the operation.
• Manually sets and removes slips from the rotary bore and around tubular as required.