Exciting Opportunity: Offshore Chief Production Operator
Location: Offshore Denmark (Esbjerg)
Contract Type: Rotational (3 weeks on / 3 weeks off)
Contract Length: Initial 1-year (renewable annually)
Industry: Oil & Gas – Global Industry Leader
About the Role:
Are you an experienced professional with a passion for safety and production operations? This dynamic and rewarding role places you at the heart of a highly skilled offshore team, where your leadership and expertise will ensure the seamless running of operations in an exciting, high-stakes environment.
As the Chief Production Operator, you will be the driving force behind operational excellence. You’ll play a pivotal role in overseeing and ensuring the safe execution of all production and maintenance tasks, guaranteeing compliance with all operational requirements while continuously striving to improve the safety culture and performance standards.
Key Responsibilities:
- Operational Control & Compliance: Maintain oversight of electronic control registers, ensuring they are updated and content is closed out efficiently.
- Permit Management: Coordinate the entire permit approval process, from issuance to ensuring compliance with safety and risk management protocols.
- Risk Mitigation: Manage and coordinate daily operations to avoid conflicts (SIMOPS), keeping a clear and up-to-date risk profile of all platform activities.
- Site Safety Leadership: Regularly conduct site visits to assess hazards, implement mitigation measures, and ensure safety is always the top priority.
- Permit Auditing & Coordination: Oversee the audit process, including selecting permits for review and assisting with follow-up actions on potential findings.
- Team Leadership & Coaching: Guide and mentor the team on permit work, supporting high-quality execution and fostering continuous improvement.
- Toolbox Talks & Engagement: Lead and participate in daily Toolbox Talks, providing valuable coaching and feedback to work teams.
- Operational Excellence: Ensure seamless coordination of the PTW (Permit to Work) process, guaranteeing safe and efficient execution of tasks.
- HSE Awareness & Compliance: Foster a safety-first culture by leading by example in HSE compliance and ensuring staff adherence to all safety regulations and procedures.
What We’re Looking For:
- Technical Expertise: Educational background as a Process Technician, skilled craftsman, or a similar role with relevant certification.
- Experience: 5-10 years of offshore experience, with a strong track record of managing complex operations in high-pressure environments.
- Certifications: Successful completion of OPERCAP+ or an equivalent assessment.
- HSE Focus: Demonstrated commitment to health, safety, and environmental standards.
- Communication Skills: Fluent in English with exceptional interpersonal abilities for coaching and team engagement.
- Analytical & Organizational Skills: Strong analytical mindset with the ability to oversee multiple activities simultaneously while maintaining operational efficiency.
Why You’ll Love This Role:
- Rotation Schedule: Enjoy a balanced lifestyle with 3 weeks on the job and 3 weeks off.
- Challenging Environment: Work with cutting-edge technology in one of the most challenging and rewarding industries.
- Career Growth: Continuous development opportunities to grow your skills and career in a global, industry-leading company.
- Supportive Team: Join a culture of collaboration and mentorship, where your experience and contributions make a significant impact.