Roustabout

Drilling
South America
July 16, 2025
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Job Description

Transocean

General Duties

A Roustabout works under the supervision of the Crane Operator, however when deemed necessary they may be temporarily assigned to other department supervisors including, Drilling, Maintenance, Engineering, Marine and Subsea.

During this time, they will be supervised by the appropriate line supervisor for the task and expected to carry out duties in accordance with Company policies.

Duties are varied but may including:

  • Housekeeping, cleaning, tidying and correct disposal of trash.
  • Surface preparation and painting.
  • Assisting in preventative and corrective maintenance of rig equipment.
  • Manually move equipment, tools and materials around the installation, using manual lifting aids and working ‘Hands Free’ whenever physically possible.
  • Norway Specific: Ensure that all lifting equipment is in accordance to NORSOK R-003.
  • Must have knowledge of enterprise of competence and necessary documentations as described in statutory requirements, NORSOK R-003 and rig specific procedures.

Lifting Operations

  • A significant portion of a Roustabouts work involves cargo handling operations. There are significant hazards associated with this work which must be conducted in accordance with
  • Company and Industry Rigging and Slinging Standards including:
  • Inspection of cargo for potential dropped objects.
  • Inspection of lifting slings and shackles.
  • Inspection of cargo containers and contents to verify adequate securing.
  • Storage of lifting and rigging equipment correctly when not in use.
  • Identify, report and dispose of damaged lifting equipment.
  • Using Hands-Free Tools to control the load.
  • Knowledge and awareness of hazards associated with proximity to danger and suspended loads.
  • Understanding and complying with the requirements for safe step back areas.
  • When deemed competent, act as banksman for crane operations, utilizing the company approved hand signals or use of radios following correct communication protocol.
  • When deemed competent, operate air hoists, chain hoists and other lifting devices.

 

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