De-Sludger

1. Sludge Removal & Cleaning Operations

• Carry out manual and mechanical desludging of tanks separators pipelines and drainage pits on offshore facilities.
  

• Operate vacuum trucks suction pumps hydro-jetting units and pressure washers to remove accumulated sludge oil residues and waste.
  

• Transport waste materials to designated offshore containment units in compliance with HSE procedures.
  

2. Equipment Handling & Maintenance

• Set up and safely operate hoses suction nozzles pumps and related desludging equipment.
  

• Perform routine maintenance checks and basic troubleshooting of equipment to ensure readiness and efficiency.
  

• Report any malfunctioning equipment or safety concerns to the offshore supervisor.
  

3. HSE & Safety Compliance

• Follow all Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) Permit to Work (PTW) systems and Job Safety Analysis (JSA) requirements.
  

• Adhere to HSE protocols especially for working in confined spaces handling hazardous waste and gas detection procedures.
  

• Wear all necessary Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) including SCBA (Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus) harnesses and chemical suits.
  

4. Documentation & Reporting

• Record operational data such as sludge volume removed hours worked equipment usage and abnormalities during shifts.
  

• Complete work logs maintenance records and waste transfer documentation accurately.
  

• Assist in the preparation of reports for supervisors and HSE audits.
  

• Minimum 2 years experience in industrial or offshore desludging tank cleaning or related operations.
  

• High school certificate or technical training in industrial maintenance or mechanical systems (preferred).
  

• Knowledge of hazardous waste handling confined space entry and emergency response procedures.
  

• Physically fit to handle demanding offshore working conditions long hours and high-risk environments.
  

• Valid offshore certifications such as BOSIET H2S Confined Space Entry and Working at Heights.
  

• No fear of enclosed environments or physically intensive tasks.