Deepwater Crane Operator/Production Operator

  • PDI Solutions
  • Galliano, Louisiana
  • Full Time

PDI is currently sourcing for a deepwater crane operator/production operator crew changing out of Galliano, LA 14/14.

Crane Operator Duties

  • ? Operate levers and pedals on the crane.
  • Follow hand signals from helper to raise, lower, and rotate boom or load.
  • Operate a crane to lift and move equipment or material.
  • Load and unload equipment to and from boats on an offshore procurement platform in both rough and calm sea conditions.
  • Keep the equipment maintained and clean.
  • Act as a leader to construction riggers.
  • Perform crane safety and operation inspections.

Qualifications:

  • 5 or more years of prior offshore deepwater crane operating experience
  • Crane Operator Certification
  • Previous operating experience on Seatrax cranes preferred
  • Deep Water experience required
  • Mechanical experience/aptitude

?Production Operator Duties

  • 3+ years of experience in Offshore Oil and Gas Production
  • Start up, Operate, Monitor and Shut Down Process and Utility Systems.
  • Monitor, maintain and optimize process parameters (Level, flow, temperature, pressure etc.) within operating requirements.
  • Ensure sampling is carried out and sample results are acted upon.
  • Troubleshoot to maximize sales quality and delivery volume to identify problems.
  • Maintain discharge water quality within current SBMPC or local guidelines.
  • Monitor electrical/hydraulic control panels, safety and emergency shutdown devices, Fire and Gas Systems.
  • Ensure accurate production reporting is submitted daily or as required by company and client.
  • Witness third party calibrations when appropriate to provide verification of meter factors and volumes.
  • Prove export oil meters.
  • Work to SBMPC MS policies and procedures in particular Isolation Standards, and PTW.
  • Carry out all operations in safe and environmentally sound manner.
  • Operate offshore production facility in accordance with customer requirements.
  • Test, calibrate, maintain and inspect equipment.
  • Perform mandatory paperwork required by customer and government agencies.
  • Coordinate logistics for facility.
  • Chemical treating and handling.
  • Facilitate maintenance operations by applying/removing isolations as required.
  • Operation under PTW system, Toolbox Talk and Risk Assessments.
  • Advise maintenance personnel on hazards of plant and equipment.
  • Maintain clear and precise communications during maintenance operations.
  • Control activities of vendor and subcontractor personnel.
  • Create and maintain effective working relationships.
  • Create and maintain positive work culture.
Job ID: 490415187
Originally Posted on: 8/22/2025

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