QHSE Group

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Job Summary

Provides language translation services on the rig, facilitating communication between multinational crew members and external parties.

Job Description

REPORTING:    

 Reports to the OIM

SUPERVISION:    

None 

    

PRE-REQUISITE/QUALIFICATION:

• Proof of Completion of Formal Education or Relevant Craft Certificate (where applicable)    

• Graduate of Trade School or University where knowledge and training acquired are applicable to job requirements - Preferred    

• Valid medical examination and vaccination certificates    

• Basic computer skills.

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS:    

• Promotes a Safe and Respectful Work Environment: Proactively promotes and maintains a healthy respect for open and transparent dialogue between all levels of personnel.    

• Demonstrates care for the safety and well-being of all personnel, at all times. Invest in each person to provide equal opportunity for development and advancement of those qualified, to fulfill their career objectives.     

• Respects the dignity of all personnel and recognizes their merit.    

• Attend and participate in all required Safety and Operational meetings.             

• Participate fully in the annual performance appraisal process, competency assessments based on performance against Operational Discipline requirements.                                                           

• Complete company training requirements for the Translator job level as per the training matrix, including local/regulatory requirements.    

• If applicable, the duties and responsibilities in the safety case for this position must be observed.    

• Full participation in emergency drills and respond to emergency situations as per assigned duties on the station bill.      

    

OPERATIONAL DISCIPLINE REQUIREMENTS:    

• Disciplined application and participation in the company risk management system.   

• Understanding and performing the roles and responsibilities as assigned at the pre-job meeting.    

• Understanding the hazards associated with the task.    

• Understanding and effectively implementing the control measures required to mitigate identified hazards.    

• Execute all tasks and task steps in a disciplined manner, following the sequence detailed in the relevant procedures.    

• Recognize at risk behavior or conditions during tasks and call ‘Time out for Safety’ when unsure, or when the job does not go as planned.    

• Participate in After Action Reviews to feedback lessons learned from performing the task.       

HSE REQUIREMENTS:    

• Protect personnel, the environment, and assets by eliminating hazards and reducing health and safety risks.    

• Understand Company OI & HSE requirements applicable to the job position.     

• Execute work in accordance with Company OI & HSE requirements.    

• Call a Time Out when a real or perceived at risk behavior or unsafe condition is observed.     

• Use WorkSight ENGAGE during the execution of planned work.     

• Report all incidents, potential hazards, or abnormal situations to a supervisor.     

• Incorporate the Control of Work process into all work, whether working alone or as part of a team.     

• Understand and implement major accident barriers / controls applicable to the job position.     

• Maintain a safe and organized work area throughout and on completion of all work.     

• Understand your role in an emergency, as designated in the Emergency Response Plan and Station Bill.     

• Participate in all emergency drills and exercises, as required.    

   

DUTIES:    

The underlying expectation is that all duties are carried out in compliance with the Company Operational Discipline expectations and HSE requirements. When considering assignment of duties for the Translator, the Supervisor and the Translator will apply the Control of Work process to determine if the assigned role is appropriate. This means confirming that the individuals involved have the knowledge, skills, and experience to carry out the task, and the task plan complies with policy before they are authorized to proceed.         

               

GENERAL DUTIES:    

Operations/Maintenance:    

• Convert text and audio from one language to another

• Ensure translated content conveys original meaning and tone

• Use specialized dictionaries, thesauruses, and reference books to find the closest equivalents for terminology and words used

• Proofread translated texts for grammar, spelling and punctuation accuracy

• Follow up with clients to ensure their translations meet their needs

• Edit translations as necessary

• Collaborate with other translators when needed

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