Electronic Technician

Stena Drilling is delighted to be commencing operations offshore Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada for an anticipated six (6) month drilling campaign onboard the Stena DrillMAX Drillship.

There are currently temporary opportunities for 6 Electronic Technicians, working on a 28/28 on/off rotation.

Business Address: 701-10 Fort William Place, St. John's, NL, A1C 1K4

Work Location: Onboard the Stena DrillMAX Drillship, offshore NL. Please note there is a possibility that successful candidates will be required to join the drillship overseas at an international location prior to mobilizing to NL.

Wage: $81.81 CAD per hour

Benefits: Dental, Life, Medical, Vision, and where applicable, Offshore Allowance

Job Duties

• Individually responsible for the safe operation, installation, maintenance, testing and fault finding of electronic systems, controls and equipment on board.
• Assist the Electrical Supervisor or Chief Electrician in identifying jobs which may require a Risk Assessment.
• Undertake duties as allocated or directed by the Electrical Supervisor, Chief Electrician or Senior Electrician.
• Undertake operational maintenance, planned maintenance, installation and repairs on the electronic equipment throughout the rig.
• Deputise for the Chief Electrician or Senior Electrician as required.
• Must be familiar with the electronic systems and equipment in order to safely comply with instructions given in emergency situations.
• Ensure that all electronic installation, maintenance and repair work is carried out in accordance with the relevant offshore standards and that equipment is fit for purpose.
• Ensure that all Third-Party equipment meets requirements of the relevant offshore standards and that equipment is fit for purpose.
• Ensure that all electronic maintenance, repair and installation work is carried out in a timely manner and entered into the planned maintenance system.
• Maintain, repair and install electronic equipment in accordance with the relevant offshore standards and acceptable levels of quality and workmanship.
• Ensure a working knowledge of Drilling Control, Dynamic Positioning, Vessel Control and BOP MUX Systems.
• Ensure a working knowledge of software control in relation to rig based control and automation systems in accordance with company expectations and procedures.
• Carry out electronic equipment and system isolations.
• Notify the Electrical Supervisor, Chief Electrician or Senior Electrician of any requirements for spare parts, materials or services.
• Report equipment failures and safety related matters to the Electrical Supervisor, Chief Electrician, Senior Electrician and User Departments.
• Communicate all matters concerning the safety and availability of electronic systems or equipment to the Electrical Supervisor or Chief Electrician.
• Maintain awareness of dynamic position system operation and configuration according to requirements.
• Any other duties as required by the Electrical Supervisor, Chief Electrician or Senior Electrician.
  
  

Skills, Education, And Experience

• Time served level 3 electronic technician with S/NVQ3 or equivalent.
• HNC or equivalent.
• Previous experience gained as electronic technician on a drilling vessel.
• 15 years relevant experience.
• Experience of Kongsberg DP/SVC, Cameron Controls, NOV Cyberbase Drilling Control Systems.
• Canadian BST/R
• Regulatory Awareness
• H2S Alive
• WHMIS 2015
• Suit Fit & Face Fit
• Canadian Standard First Aid, CPR & Defibrillator
• Apprenticeship/Journeyman Certificate
• Seafarers Book
• STCW Proficiency in Designated Security Duties / Awareness
• Hazardous Areas CompEX
• IWCF Well Control - Level 1
• Authorized Gas Tester
• Mobile Access Tower Appreciation
• Fall Protection
• Confined Space Entry
• High Voltage Safety Procedures
• Fluent in English, including reading and writing
  
  

How To Apply

Your resume, relevant certifications, and a copy of your passport or permanent residency card should be sent to canadacareers@stena.com with your name and the position you are applying for in the subject line.

Please note that only Canadian citizens or Canadian Permanent Residents will be considered, no exceptions.

Resumes Must Contain The Following Information

• Personal Information - Name, Nationality, Province/Territory of Residence, Phone Number(s) with area code(s), and Email address
• Education/Training - Name and location of training institution, dates attended, name of completed program.
• Experience - Name and location of company worked for, units worked on (type and name), dates of employment, job title(s), and brief descriptions of your main duties/responsibilities while in each position.
• Offshore certificates - Attach all certificates you currently hold (that are valid) as per the "Skills, Education, and Experience" section above.
  
  

Please be advised that successful applicants will be required to complete mandatory training ahead of joining the drill ship, and as such, should be available to do so within the boundaries of provincial/federal covid-19 regulations in place at that time.

Thank you for your interest in Stena Drilling. Your application will be reviewed, and we shall revert accordingly should you be shortlisted.