Offshore Operator (Surface Testing)
BH-324153
Posted: 29/01/2026
- NA
- United States Louisiana Houma
- Contract
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Oil & Gas
Offshore Operator (Surface Testing) Location: Houma, Louisiana (Offshore – Gulf of Mexico)
Industry: Heavy Industrial / Oil & Gas
Work Type: Field-Based, Offshore
Hours: 40 hours per week (8 hours/day)
Travel: Up to 80%
Pay Rate: $20.00/hour
Start: ASAP
Schedule: Offshore rotation (shift-based)
About the Role The Offshore Operator is responsible for delivering safe, efficient, and reliable service during offshore Surface Testing operations. This position supports field crews, ensures proper equipment preparation, and upholds all safety and operational standards.
Key Responsibilities
With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.
Industry: Heavy Industrial / Oil & Gas
Work Type: Field-Based, Offshore
Hours: 40 hours per week (8 hours/day)
Travel: Up to 80%
Pay Rate: $20.00/hour
Start: ASAP
Schedule: Offshore rotation (shift-based)
About the Role The Offshore Operator is responsible for delivering safe, efficient, and reliable service during offshore Surface Testing operations. This position supports field crews, ensures proper equipment preparation, and upholds all safety and operational standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver accurate and timely job results.
- Participate in pre-job and toolbox meetings.
- Maintain and operate equipment safely and in good working condition.
- Prepare equipment for rig-up and rig-down.
- Operate equipment according to training and competency levels.
- Follow all HSE (Health, Safety & Environment) policies and procedures.
- Wear required PPE at all times.
- Maintain all required safety certifications.
- Identify opportunities for service quality improvement.
- 2+ years of Surface Testing experience
- Offshore field experience, preferably in the Gulf of Mexico
- Ability to obtain a TWIC card (Transportation Worker Identification Credential)
- Must be a U.S. Citizen or Green Card Holder
- Work Environment: Offshore
- Work Location Type: Field
- Respirator Requirement: Not required
- Shift Type: Offshore rotation
With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.