Operator – Offshore Operations

Louisiana, United States of America

Job Family Group:

Production Engineering Upstream

Worker Type:

Regular

Posting Start Date:

May 7, 2026

Business Unit:

Upstream

Experience Level:

Experienced Professionals

Job Description:

Shell is seeking experienced and safety focused Operators to support offshore production operations in the Gulf of America. This role is responsible for executing operational and maintenance activities that ensure safe, reliable, and environmentally compliant production. Successful candidates will demonstrate strong personal safety leadership, operational discipline, and a commitment to Shell’s values, One GoA Mindset, and operating standards.

What’s the role

As an Operator – Offshore Operations, you will be responsible for the following duties:

Accountabilities

  • Operate offshore production facilities, utilities, and safety systems in accordance with approved procedures and permits
  • Execute production rounds, surveillance activities, startups, shutdowns, and abnormal situation response
  • Maintain safety ‑ critical and environmental barriers in alignment with SEMS and the SEAM Framework
  • Identify, troubleshoot, and report equipment or operational abnormalities
  • Perform routine field maintenance and assist with corrective maintenance activities
  • Participate in permit – to ‑ work, isolation, and lock‑out / tag‑out processes
  • Exercise Stop Work authority and promote a strong safety culture
  • Collaborate across disciplines to ensure safe, complaint, and reliable operations
Work Location
  • Gulf of America (Offshore)
  • Candidates must be willing to work at any Shell offshore asset, based on business needs
  • Work assignments may change over time to support operational requirements
Work Schedule
  • Offshore rotation: 14 days on / 14 days off
  • Transportation provided by helicopter or boat for crew change
What we need from you
  • Must be authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis without the requirement of a work visa
  • Must be at least 18 years of age
  • Must have a high school diploma or equivalent required
  • Recent Offshore Upstream Gulf of America (GoA) experience, with current contractor experience supporting Shell’s Gulf of America operations
  • Ability to speak, read, and write in English
  • Ability to work in offshore conditions, including climbing stairs and ladders, working at heights, and working outdoors
  • Successful completion of the Shell Operations Aptitude Test (within 5 days of submitting application)
  • Fulfillment of asset – specific Operator competency and training requirements
  • Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC)
  • HUET (Helicopter Underwater Egress Training)
  • Demonstrated capability as an informal leader of safety and culture
  • Ability to pass pre-employment medical evaluation, drug screen, and background check
  • Ability to work on elevated platforms and grating
  • Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE)
  • This position is safety critical and subject to applicable regulatory requirements
Shell is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Please note that there is an Online Assessment which is required for this position. In order to be considered, you must complete the assessment and receive a passing score, even if you have taken previous assessments. Please review your Workday tasks, directions and instructions in order to ensure you complete the required test within the provided timeframe

What we offer The rate for this position is $54.19/hr for Tech 2 pay level.

For regular full-time or regular part-time employees of the Company (participating companies as listed in the Summary Plan Description), insurance coverage options include medical, dental, vision coverage, life Insurance, Business Travel Accident Insurance, and Occupational Accidental Death Benefit programs. Employees also participate in a company pension plan and a 401(k) plan. Paid leave includes up to 6 weeks of paid vacation time, up to 11 paid holidays, and parental leave offering 16 weeks of paid leave for birthing parents, and 8 weeks of paid leave for non-birthing parents.

Additionally, employees are eligible for short-term disability leave for up to 26 weeks at 100% or 50% of base pay as well as Long-Term Disability insurance. Shell also offers other compensation such financial reimbursement for adoption, wellnes

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