Deck Foreman / HLO

Job description

Job Description Deck Foreman / HLO with Stork:

The Deck Forman is responsible for the leadership and co-ordination of the deck, and occasionally helideck crew to effectively provide logistical and service support in ensuring efficient and safe materials transfer, crane, boat, helicopter, scaffold and rigging operations.

Tasks And Responsibilities As Deck Foreman / HLO:

Main Duties

• They are also responsible for ensuring all rigging and lifting equipment is in good condition, stored correctly and controlled efficiently.
• Hold toolbox talks, conduct task analyses and risk assessments and raise permits for non-routine tasks.
• The Deck Foreman is also responsible for providing logistical, rigging and general support to other departments.  Duties for which could include maintaining helideck equipment, planning and supervising offloading and back-loading of vessels and ensuring that crane corridors and no-lift areas are clearly identified and observed.
• Waste management services for the platform in compliance with statutory and company regulations
• Together with the LOLER Focal Point, maintain rigging & lifting equipment and control its issue and use as determined by operating procedures.
• They will need to liaise with the Material Co-ordinator for the management and coordination of the supply vessels, including; manifesting, laydown management, backloading and distribution of received materials.
• Assist in facilitating communication between the workforce, CNOOC and Stork personnel.
• Be aware of the implications of legislation or other good industry practice relating to the tasks and location.
• Keep all appropriate records and complete any necessary paperwork required.
• The Deck Foreman will be required to act as the appointed platform HLO and within this role shall be required to organise the safe operation of the helidecks and surrounding areas including daily/ weekly checks of landing areas, fire monitors and associated emergency equipment.
• Must ensure the helideck crew is sufficiently trained on maintaining compliance with company, client and CAA procedures.
• Must ensure a valid work permit is issued for relevant work scopes, ensure all procedures are in place and all personnel involved are fully briefed and understand the requirements of said permit.
• Must have knowledge of all relevant standards, specifications, lifting rules and regulations including permit to work systems.
• The Deck Foreman shall be required to liaise with CNOOC, Stork Site Representative and various Department Heads.
• Must be self-motivated, enthusiastic and confident working both as part of a team and on own initiative.

HSEQ Responsibilities

• Provide proactive and visible HSE leadership to the Service Team workforce
• Demonstrate commitments to safety through language, behaviour and actions
• Demonstrate recognition and responsibility for safety compliance of Nexen’s values and Site Safety standards
• Promote and encourage team safety performance through worksite visits and participation in tool box talks
• Promote and encourage environmental compliance and improvement initiatives
• Lead and participate in accident and incident investigations where required
• Hold and lead a Services Safety Meeting on each offshore rotation
• Conduct and participate pro-actively in relevant audits as directed by OIM

 

Job requirements

Requirements For Deck Foreman / HLO:

At Stork we attach great value to the key competences of our employees. We expect you always give safety the highest priority and that you are strongly working together with others. You are a specialist in your area of expertise and you have a proactive and entrepreneurial attitude.

Specific Requirements For Deck Foreman / HLO:

Training / Specialist Skills

• Crane Operations
• Rigging & Lifting
• Banksman Slinging
• Supply Boat Operations
• Container/Material Movement
• Helicopter Operations
• General Deck Duties

Skills, Knowledge & Experience

Essential

• Relevant Deck Operations Experience in an Offshore Environment
• Knowledge of Stork and Nexen HSEQ Policies and Procedures
• Communication Skills (both written and oral)
• Permit to Work Skills Competency
• Lead and direct Deck Crew & Riggers to ensure accurate knowledge and implementation of:
  • Accident Incident Reporting
  • Risk Assessment and Hazard Observation 
  • Hand Arm Vibration Syndrome (HAVS) Surveillance
  • Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH)
  • Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations (PUWER)

Minimum Training

Essential

• Banksman Slinger Level Three (OPITIO Approved)
• PUWER Awareness
• HAVS Awareness
• COSHH Awareness
• Offshore Survival (FOET)/ Current UKOOA Medical/ MIST
• HERTL
• CAA Radio Certificate
• Dangerous Goods By Air
• OPITO Rigging and Lifting Stage 3

Desirable

• SVQ Deck Operations
• Offshore First Aid

Working conditions

Stork is a dynamic, international and rapidly growing organization. We offer a highly competitive salary and an extensive package of fringe benefits. Next to this we attach great value to personal development of our employees and therefore offer a wide range of education programs and have a strong focus on accompaniment and knowledge sharing and transfer.

Location: CNOOC Buzzard
Hours: As per Assignment
Contract: Permanent

Company Information

Stork, a Fluor company, is an expert provider of maintenance, modification and asset integrity services to the global oil and gas, chemicals and process, metals and mining, power, and manufacturing industries. We are dedicated to improving asset performance, safety and cost efficiency for our Clients throughout the complete asset life cycle.

With a team of 19,000 employees in over 100 countries, we serve more than 4,000 Clients across 6 continents.

Stork is dedicated to reducing risk, assuring safety and reducing environment impact through our award-winning value driven HSEQ platform; REACH Beyond Zero.  Whilst safety will always remain our core value, the platform not only communicates on Safety but also on Health, Environmental and Quality issues too.  We are committed to our transparent, employee-led approach to HSEQ.

Our culture and people:

As a knowledge-based integrity management company our people are our greatest asset.   Our culture and shared values underpins everything we do.  By caring for the development of our people, who are proud to contribute to Stork’s high performance culture, we provide a positive, dynamic and supportive working environment.  In turn, this aids in the enhancement of our employees’ personal development as well as career opportunities and advancement.  As part of our team we will strive to help you achieve your greatest potential.