NES Fircroft are currently supporting a client with a large contract they have secured for work on an offshore windfarm in France and recruiting for an experienced Driller / Drill Supervisor.

Our client specializes within the energy industry and this specific project will have a focus on operating a subsea drill system, designed to create large diameter holes up to 9.5m in diameter in the seabed and install casing structures for the installation of tubular monopile foundations.

The project is expected to start in December 23 / Jan 24 and will run for an approx. 13 months. The contractor will be working a 28 / 28 day rotation and will be expected to hold certain offshore certification.

Due to visa restrictions / timescales, the client is looking to consider EU nationals only for the project.

Key responsibilities:

• Oversee and co-ordinate all activities relating to the preparation, deployment and operation of the Subsea drill and spoil management system
• Responsible for all staff under your direct control. Including fitters, drillers and spoil system operators
• Attend pre-shift meetings with senior members of the management team and assist with the planning of daily activities
• Co-ordinate daily activities of the drill team, delivering daily tool-box talks highlighting work scope, specific responsibilities and relevant safety updates
• Provide detailed reports of drill operations and associated activities
• Operate the drill and ancillary systems as required
• Liaise with all stakeholders including Project Managers and Client Representatives to provide up to date information on operational status, planned works and projected timeframes
• Provide technical input and assistance to the service team when troubleshooting breakdowns and performing planned preventative maintenance
• Work with a commercial focus on the project ensuring operational compliance with contractual obligations
• Actively promote team welfare, anticipating the needs of others and resolving issues while promoting best practice and compliance
• Maintain a safe and effective working environment, ensuring all safe systems of work are effectively communicated and recorded to the relevant site operatives. Ensure compliance with these safe systems of work

Essential experience:

• Demonstrable history of marine drilling operations and foundation installation in an offshore environment
• Proven operational knowledge of subsea drilling systems, particularly with a HMI interface
• Experienced in the use and maintenance of electrical/hydraulic systems
• Leading multi-disciplined technical teams in an offshore environment
• Working to a pre-defined works program in challenging circumstances
• Interfacing with senior management and other key stakeholders
• Able to maintain accurate daily reports pertaining to drill records, QA reports and daily activities

With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.