Third Assistant Engineer

Overview:
As a leader in deepwater drilling, Diamond Offshore provides contract drilling services and fresh perspectives to anticipating and solving deepwater challenges globally. Headquartered in Houston, Texas, the Company also maintains primary regional offices in Australia, Singapore, Brazil, and Scotland, with local offices in other countries as required to support operations.
Responsibilities:
The Third Assistant Engineer will report to the Chief Engineer and will be responsible for operating and maintaining the engine room and other mechanical systems and equipment onboard the vessel.
Primary Responsibilities:
The Third Assistant Engineer may:

• Make hourly or other rounds as instructed of all machinery spaces and equipment
• Start / stop auxiliary machinery as directed by the duty engineer
• Assist with lining up valves and lines for engine room systems
• Perform minor repairs/maintenance
• Keep engine room and other machinery spaces clean and oil free
• Maintain and operate main engines - change oil and air filters, maintain proper fluids, coolants and oils; and maintain engine room logs
• Check gauges, fluid levels, lubricants and report any problems to the duty engineer
• Ensure the fuel and oil transfers from work boats are performed safely using procedures and guidelines set forth by Diamond Offshore
• Participate fully in all Health, Safety and Environmental initiatives and safety programs and in pre-tour weekly safety meetings
• Follow Diamond Offshore Global Excellence Management System (G.E.M.S.)
• Perform other duties as required

Qualifications:
Basic

• At least 18 years of age
• Legally authorized to work in the United States without restrictions
• Possess or able to obtain a valid Transportation Worker's Identification Credential (TWIC). Any candidate selected for this position will not be allowed to begin work without a card in hand or proof from the TSA of a card "In Production" or "In Transit." For more information, visit the TSA website.
• Possess a valid USCG 3rd Assistant Engineer license (Motor Vessels - Unlimited Horsepower)
• 1 year or more years of experience in the Maritime or Offshore Drilling Industry

Preferred

• Possess or able to obtain a valid passport
• Bachelor's Degree in Marine Engineering or related discipline
• 1 or more years of experience aboard a dynamically positioned MODU
• 1 or more years of experience working with Kongsberg Marine Automation software
• 3 or more years of offshore drilling experience

In order to be considered for this position you must complete the entire application process, which includes answering all prescreening questions and submitting a copy of your resume on or before the requisition closing date.
Diamond Offshore is an Equal Opportunity Employer.