Electronic Technician

Job Description

Transocean

GENERAL DUTIES:

Operations/Maintenance:

• Carry out daily inspections and maintenance on electronic equipment.
• Ensure that the permit to work and isolation system is in place and followed.
• Ensure that the Technical Support Center (TSC) is advised of electrical issues as required.
• Participate in the effective management of the AIM (Asset & Inventory Management) system to ensure all records are maintained on a timely basis.
• Maintain, troubleshoot and repair all electronic systems including dynamic positioning, communication, data acquisition, computers and navigational equipment.
• Maintain, troubleshoot and repair electronic systems including, but not limited to, Subsea BOP controls and drilling package instrumentation and electronics.
• Carry out installation, calibration, and modification to electronic systems and components.
• Provide technical support as well as domestic and industrial electronic services to all areas of the rig.
• Carry out periodic maintenance according to AIM guidelines and coordinate this maintenance with supervisor and other department heads.
• Maintain an adequate supply of spares in order to fulfill maintenance requirements and facilitate a safe and efficient operation—generate requisitions as required.
• Inform supervisor and other department heads of any technical problems or limitations that might affect the safe operation of the rig.
• Implement the outstanding recommendations from audits, as issued by Clients, Regulatory Authorities or rig management.
• Ensure that reports for repair and maintenance of equipment are accurate and complete.
• Assist the Maintenance Supervisor/Chief Engineer in supplying information for maintenance and repair budget.
• Communicate equipment problems or breakdown information via direct supervisor to Field Support Group.
• Ensure all electronic equipment brought onto the rig, including third party equipment, is suitably certified and meets regulatory requirements.
• Plan and coordinate with other departments prior to any major activity such as inspections, rig move, etc.

Personnel:

• Promote and maintain good working relationships with other departments, third-party personnel and Customer representatives.
• Ensure all Maintenance personnel meet the training requirements as per their applicable training matrix.
• Mentor, coach, develop and train crew members to ensure they are competent to work at their next job level.
• Provide leadership and motivation to the maintenance crews. Apply continuous improvement process.
• Mentor the Electronic Technician and deputize when operations, security of well, and personnel safety are not at risk.
• Assist in training to ensure that all personnel are competent to perform their allocated jobs.
• Participate fully in the annual performance appraisal process.
• Apply appropriate accountability regarding recognition; recommend promotion or disciplinary action up to and including discharge.