Senior Dynamic Positioning Operator (SDPO)
Valaris
📍 Houston, Texas, United States
Job Description
Job Summary
The Sr Dynamic Positioning Operator (Sr DPO) operates the automated and fixed station keeping system of the MODU while on location and acts as the Officer in Charge of the Navigational Watch (OICNW) while underway. The Sr DPO is the Senior Marine representative on the bridge/control room.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities
Reports directly to the Chief Mate or Barge Supervisor. May report directly to the Master if no Chief Mate/Barge Supervisor is on tour.
Is the senior person on the bridge/control room in the absence of the Chief Mate or Master.
Junior Dynamic Positioning Operator (JDPO) and Dynamic Positioning Operator (DPO) report directly to the Sr DPO.
Complies with the Valaris Management System’s (VMS), policies, procedures, and relevant regulatory requirements.
Responsible for proper set up, operation, and monitoring of the DP System and associated sensors.
Operates and understands ballast c...