De-Sludger - Offshore Tank Cleaning

About the role

Careers International is urgently hiring a skilled De-Sludger to support ongoing offshore operations in Dubai. The ideal candidate has prior experience on oil and gas platforms or industrial tank cleaning projects, with a strong focus on safety and HSE compliance. The role demands physical endurance, confined space entry and familiarity with sludge and waste management systems.

Key responsibilities

• 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 sludge, oil residues and waste, and transport waste to offshore containment units following HSE procedures.
• Set up and safely operate hoses, suction nozzles, pumps and related equipment, perform routine checks and basic troubleshooting, and report faults to the offshore supervisor.
• Follow SOPs, Permit to Work (PTW) and Job Safety Analysis (JSA) requirements, HSE protocols for confined spaces and hazardous waste, and wear PPE including SCBA, harnesses and chemical suits.
• Record operational data such as sludge volume removed, hours worked and equipment usage, complete work logs, maintenance records and waste transfer documents, and assist in preparing reports for supervisors and HSE audits.

Required profile

• 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 for demanding offshore work, long hours and high-risk environments; no fear of enclosed spaces.
• Valid offshore certifications such as BOSIET, H2S, Confined Space Entry and Working at Heights.