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22-09-2026

Hiring for Drillship (West Africa)

Kuiper Group
Full crew Salary not specified
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Job Description:

A range of offshore positions is currently available on a drillship operating in West Africa.

The vacancies include short-term assignments as well as opportunities for longer-term contracts. Qualified candidates with relevant offshore drilling and vessel experience are invited to apply.

Available Positions:

Deck / Offshore Operations:

  • Assistant Crane Operator 
  • Floorhand x 5 

Mechanical Department:

  • Mechanic x 3 

Welding / Maintenance:

  • Welder 

Key Responsibilities:

As per company and project requirements, duties may include but are not limited to:

Performing assigned offshore drilling, mechanical, crane, welding, or deck operations safely and efficiently.

Supporting day-to-day drillship operations and maintenance activities.

Operating and maintaining equipment according to the requirements of the assigned position.

Following offshore safety procedures, permit-to-work systems, and company policies.

Participating in emergency response activities and maintaining a safe working environment.

Requirements:

Relevant offshore, drilling, marine, or industrial experience according to the position applied for.

Assistant Crane Operator: Proven Knuckle Boom crane experience required.

Welder: Valid Yellow Fever vaccination required.

Mechanic: Relevant mechanical maintenance experience.

Floorhand: Relevant drilling/offshore experience preferred.

Ability to work safely in an offshore environment.

Valid offshore medical and required safety certificates, where applicable.

Good English communication skills.

Availability according to the specified start dates.

Employment Details:

Location: West Africa

Vessel: Drillship

Industry: Offshore Drilling / Oil & Gas

Contract Duration: Position-dependent; from 2-week assignment to longer-term contracts

Rotation: Not specified

Salary: Not specified

Start Dates: Position-dependent

Number of Vacancies: 10

Application Process:

Interested candidates are invited to send their updated CV and supporting documents to emai

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