Oman
Full time
Working Location: To be advised
Overview:
To operate and monitor all drilling systems and equipment, supervise all drill crew work activities and complete appropriate drilling documentation to the satisfaction of the client, Company management in compliance with applicable policies and regulations. To maintain the cost efficiency of the operation. To actively participate in the development of personnel.
Key Responsibilities:
Financial Responsibilities:
Determine means of improving efficiency and reducing costs where possible, investigate and take corrective action when required.
Ensure Maintenance is undertaken to rig floor equipment to maintain in good working condition.
To always maintain and be in control of rig floor and assets.
QHSE Responsibilities:
To lead through effective safety leadership by being personally responsible for Implementation of MS requirements daily.
To ensure a safe working environment without harm to persons or the environment.
To address HSE issues at the time of their identification.
Ensure compliance with company HSE policies by all personnel, support personal to take time out for safety, when necessary and encourage employees to make safety suggestions.
Ensure that the permit to work system and other HSE management tools are used correctly.
Actively lead and participate in safety discussions, safety drills (like BOP shut in) and regular inspections. (esp. daily check on well control equipment / other safety equipment)
To ensure and enforce all HSE requirements within the rig operations to a competent standard.
Operational:
Operate the drilling activities in accordance with safe well control practices and in accordance with local regulatory requirements.
Supervises the drilling crew during drilling, casing, tripping, and rig move activities.
Operate in such a manner which results in achieving the operating plan and objectives including but not limited to safety, client operating expectation, Client drilling curve, maintenance, and rig appearance/housekeeping.
Ensure well programs and schedules are well always known to the Drilling crew and mentors’ crew.
Always mentors and supervises crews to lead by example.
Inspect drilling unit and ensure all highlighted problems are addressed, maintained, and communicated.
Ensure that all rig equipment within the area of responsibility is maintained in accordance with the Preventive Maintenance System to minimize NPT.
Fully compliant and conversant with well conditions and well control procedures.
People Management:
To take responsibility for overall staff to ensure a motivated disciplined and productive workforce, especially to be a good listener and reserve time to give feedback.
To encourage personal development for succession planning through the organization.
Provide supervision to all personnel to ensure a safe and professional level of performance and promotes continuous improvement and results.
Ensure that training programs are maintained for all employees in line with the training matrix.
Communication with STP regarding nonperforming crew members.
Take immediate action on performance improvement issues and lead a positive culture for all operational issues.
Business Planning / Continuous Improvement / Organization Efficiency:
Ensure all work is performed within the requirements and guidance of the company’s MS system.
Responsible for the return of all equipment to its proper storage location in a condition where it is ready for use again, cleaned and serviced.
Conduct pre-tour meetings with rig crews to communicate daily objectives, special instructions, safety precautions are all followed and in place.
Review and pre-plan all upcoming operations for equipment and required tools, casing, Nipple up/down BOP.
Must ensure in liaison with the STP/NTP immediate and detailed reporting in writing of any incident/accident or other operational problems to base in accordance with
procedure. Especially in regard of damage to equipment and safety related incidents.
Ensure all drill pipe, BHA, and casing tallies are correct, prior to running in hole.
BOP space out measurements and well control procedures are understood and posted.
Crews directed correctly in NU/ND BOP operations.
Leads and mentors crew in any upcoming operation and takes responsibility of rig floor operations.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Proficient written and spoken English.
A valid IWCF or IADC Well cap Well Control Certificate, Supervisory level.
Achieved a competency level of Assistant driller or Driller.
Numeric literacy.
Preferred : Certificate of higher education or school degree.
2nd foreign language.
SKILLS / KNOWLEDGE
Be knowledgeable of all safety policies and procedures that pertain to his area of responsibility including firefighting, emergency equipment, lifesaving equipment and emergency response.
Effective people management skills, able to lead team under pressure.
Ability to communicate effectively at all levels assist in effective management of personnel and operations.
Ability to build customer relationships through clear and direct communication.
Must have relevant experience in well control issues, processes and procedures.
Preferred : Facilitation skills to run the rig efficiently and effectively.
EXPERIENCE
Understanding of logistic processes material as well as personnel in the company
Understanding of criticality of service quality to company reputation and process.
Demonstrate excellent safety leadership skills.
Understand the need of planning ahead and proactive activities undertaken in operations.
Know and be able to perform procedures for circulating kick out in accordance with Company procedures.
Be proficient in well control and close in procedures.
Ability to communicate effectively at all levels assist in effective management of personnel and operations.
Ability to work within a multinational operation.
Preferred: Minimum 6 years relevant experience in land drilling field with a minimum 3 years in assistant driller role at the rig side.
