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Job Title:
Offshore Rig Welder
Location:
Offshore Oil & Gas Rigs (Platforms, Drillships, FPSOs)
Employment Type:
Rotational (e.g., 28 days on/28 days off)
Certifications
Required:
- AWS D1.1 (Structural Steel) or ASME Section IX (Pressure Vessels/Piping)
- Offshore‑Specific Certs:
- BOSIET/FOET (Basic Offshore Safety Induction)
- HUET (Helicopter Underwater Escape Training)
- OGUK/UKOOA Medical Fitness
- Confined Space Entry (if applicable)
- Weld high‑stress components (e.g., risers, pipelines, rig structural supports) under variable weather/sea conditions.
- Weld high‑grade alloys (e.g., duplex stainless steel, Inconel) resistant to saltwater corrosion and address vibration/fatigue stresses unique to dynamic offshore structures.
- Adhere to offshore safety protocols (e.g., PTW systems, gas testing, H2S awareness).
- Follow rig‑specific procedures (e.g., hot work permits, simultaneous operations rules).
- Act as part of the rig’s emergency team for urgent repairs (e.g., blowout preventer leaks).
- Work in confined spaces (e.g., ballast tanks, leg columns) with limited ventilation.
- Manage limited consumables/equipment (no quick resupply).
- Maintain work in confined spaces with limited ventilation.
- 5+ years welding experience (preferably in oil/gas).
- Offshore survival training (non‑negotiable).
- Ability to pass random drug/alcohol tests (rig policy).
- Offshore welders must prioritize adaptability, safety, and teamwork over speed—errors can escalate catastrophically in remote locations.
- Training reimbursements and insurance coverage are the employer’s responsibility.
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