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Temporary Offshore Oil Platform Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Offshore Operator 3

Oxnard, CA · On-site

$63K - $84K/yr

Work on an offshore oil platform in close quarters - maintain satisfactory hygiene to work and live ... with others onboard * Lift, lower, push, and pull equipment and tools * Work in confined/restricted ...

I & E Technician Offshore

Oxnard, CA · On-site

$105K - $155K/yr

... oil platform in close quarters - maintain satisfactory hygiene to work and live with others onboard  Lift, lower, push, and pull equipment and tools  Work in confined/restricted working ...

We are seeking experienced Offshore Service Technicians to support offshore subsea operations on a temporary project basis. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in offshore oil and gas ...

Crane Mechanic

Oxnard, CA · On-site

$75K - $100K/yr

... offshore oil platform in close quarters - maintain satisfactory hygiene to work and live with others onboard  Lift, lower, push, and pull equipment and tools  Work in confined/restricted ...

Offshore Welder

Gray, LA

$18.25 - $23.75/hr

Previous experience on offshore oil & gas platforms in the Gulf region * Experience with pipe welding and structural steel fabrication * TWIC card * BOSIET and/or HUET certification * Basic rigging ...

Platform Foreman Offshore

Goleta, CA · On-site

$200K - $235K/yr

... aboard offshore platforms. This position ensures safe, efficient, and regulatory-compliant ... Minimum of 10+ years of oilfield experience required; at least 5 years in a supervisory or foreman ...

... aboard offshore platforms. This position ensures safe, efficient, and regulatory-compliant ... Minimum of 10+ years of oilfield experience required; at least 5 years in a supervisory or foreman ...

Platform Foreman Offshore

Goleta, CA · On-site

$200K - $235K/yr

... aboard offshore platforms. This position ensures safe, efficient, and regulatory-compliant ... Minimum of 10+ years of oilfield experience required; at least 5 years in a supervisory or foreman ...

Offshore Day Cook

Gray, LA · On-site

$12.75 - $17.25/hr

This position is offshore on a oil platform, vessel, or boat. You will need to be on location overnight for the duration of a rotation of up to 28 days at a time or longer. Work hours are a minimum ...

Offshore Day Cook

Gray, LA

$12.75 - $17.25/hr

This position is offshore on a oil platform, vessel, or boat. You will need to be on location overnight for the duration of a rotation of up to 28 days at a time or longer. Work hours are a minimum ...

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What is the difference between Temporary Offshore Oil Platform vs Drilling Rig Worker?

AspectTemporary Offshore Oil PlatformDrilling Rig Worker
CredentialsBasic safety certifications, offshore survival trainingSafety certifications, specialized drilling training
Work EnvironmentStationary platform, fixed location in open seaMobile rig, often on rotating or floating platforms
Employer & Industry UsageOil & gas companies operating offshore facilitiesDrilling contractors, oil & gas exploration firms

Both roles work offshore in the oil industry, requiring safety certifications. The main difference is that a Temporary Offshore Oil Platform is a stationary structure where various operations occur, while a Drilling Rig Worker operates on mobile or floating rigs focused on drilling activities. Understanding these distinctions helps job seekers find the right position in offshore oil and gas projects.

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Operations Engineer - Offshore Oil & Gas

Quality Process Services LLC

Houma, LA • On-site

$67K - $90K/yr

Full-time

Posted 3 days ago

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Job description

Operations Engineer - Offshore Oil & Gas
Quality Process Services (QPS) is seeking an experienced Operations Engineer to support deepwater offshore production operations in the Gulf of America. This rotational position plays a critical role in maintaining production reliability, optimizing facility performance, and supporting safe, efficient offshore operations.
Schedule
14 Days On / 14 Days Off
Offshore Gulf of America
Full-Time Rotational Position
Position Summary
The Operations Engineer provides on-platform engineering support to maximize production uptime, improve equipment reliability, and optimize operating costs. Working closely with Operations, Maintenance, Process Engineering, Production Engineering, and Facilities teams, this position supports the safe operation of offshore production facilities while driving continuous improvement initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
Support the safe operation of offshore production, utility, and safety systems.
Monitor facility performance and identify opportunities to improve production efficiency.
Troubleshoot mechanical, process, electrical, and control system issues.
Support maintenance planning to minimize downtime and maximize equipment reliability.
Participate in Process Safety Management (PSM), Job Safety Analysis (JSA), and Permit-to-Work (PTW) activities.
Perform production surveillance for oil, gas, and water treatment systems.
Conduct downtime investigations and root cause analyses.
Identify bottlenecks and recommend process improvements to increase production.
Support facility upgrades, modifications, commissioning, and startup activities.
Assist with subsea operations, well tie-ins, and integrity activities.
Review isolation plans and support Control of Work processes.
Verify product quality through sampling, meter calibration, and QA/QC activities.
Support chemical treatment programs and optimize production performance.
Provide engineering support during emergency response situations.
Coordinate with offshore operations personnel and shore-based engineering teams.
Qualifications
Education
Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
Experience
Minimum of 5 years of oil and gas industry experience
Process engineering experience preferred
Offshore Gulf of America experience preferred
Preferred Technical Knowledge
Offshore production operations
Oil, gas, and water separation processes
P&IDs and Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs)
Pumps, compressors, heat exchangers, and control valves
Pressure relief systems
Process controls and instrumentation
Oilfield chemistry
Root cause analysis
Corrosion, scaling, foaming, and emulsion control
Project planning and cost evaluation
Skills
Strong troubleshooting and analytical abilities
Excellent communication and teamwork skills
Organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities
Safety-focused with a commitment to operational excellence