Jack-Up Rig Move Specialist
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Location: Offshore / Worldwide Operations Reports To: Operations Manager / Marine Manager Start Date: Immediate Interocean is seeking a highly experienced Jack-Up Rig Mover to join our team for operations in Worldwide. The Jack-Up Rig Move Specialist is responsible for planning, coordinating, supervising, and executing safe and efficient jack-up rig moves. The role provides technical expertise throughout all phases of rig relocation, including feasibility studies, route assessment, pre-load monitoring, jack-up and jack-down operations, towing activities, and post-move reporting. The position ensures compliance with client requirements, industry standards, and company safety procedures. Key Responsibilities: • Lead and supervise jack-up rig move operations from planning through completion. • Develop rig move procedures, method statements, and risk assessments. • Conduct location assessments, environmental reviews, and seabed evaluations. • Review geotechnical, bathymetric, and metocean data to determine site suitability. • Coordinate with clients, vessel owners, marine warranty surveyors, and offshore personnel. • Provide technical guidance during jack-up, transit, positioning, and jack-down activities. • Monitor towing operations and ensure compliance with approved rig move procedures. • Assess rig leg penetration, footing capacities, punch-through risks, and air gap requirements. • Participate in HAZID, HAZOP, SIMOPS, and pre-job planning meetings. • Ensure all operations are conducted in accordance with applicable regulations, industry best practices, and company management systems. • Maintain accurate operational records and prepare detailed rig move reports. • Investigate incidents, near misses, and operational anomalies when required. • Mentor junior personnel and offshore teams on rig move planning and execution. Requirements Essential Qualifications • Degree or equivalent qualification in Marine Engineering, Nautical Science, Marine Operations, or a related discipline. • Recognised offshore survival and medical certification. • Valid industry-standard offshore training certificates relevant to operating region. Experience • Minimum 10 years' experience in offshore marine operations. • Significant experience planning and executing jack-up rig moves. • Proven experience working with independent-leg cantilever and slot jack-up rigs. • Experience reviewing geotechnical and geophysical survey data. • Experience coordinating with Marine Warranty Surveyors and regulatory bodies. • Familiarity with international offshore drilling operations. Technical Knowledge • Jack-up rig stability and structural limitations. • Rig move analysis and feasibility studies. • Towing operations and marine assurance processes. • Seabed hazards and geotechnical interpretation. • Marine navigation and positioning systems. • Offshore safety management systems. • Risk assessment and emergency response procedures. Key Competencies • Strong leadership and decision-making skills. • Excellent planning and organisational ability. • Effective communication and stakeholder management. • High level of situational awareness and safety focus. • Ability to work under pressure in dynamic offshore environments. • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Benefits • Competitive compensation package • Supportive team culture