Working Location: To be advised

Overview:

To direct and control all operational functions of the rig under his supervision: including safety, drilling, moving, logistics (material + personnel) and maintenance; coordinate all phases of the rig’s operations in a safe, effective and efficient manner, including management of sub-contractors’ services at the rig side.

∙ To work closely with the Client’s Representative to ensure that our clients’ operational requirements are accomplished safely and efficiently

Key Responsibilities:

1. Technical & Operational Excellence:

∙ Operate the drilling unit in accordance with safe well control practices, company policies / procedures and with local regulatory requirements.

∙ 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, rig budget, manpower turnover and rig appearance/housekeeping and reduced NPT.

∙ Ensure well programs, schedules are well known to the Drilling crew and adequate written instruction is given.

• Has to prepare in liaison with the Rig superintendent the planning of the rig repairs when required.

• Gives technical advice, support, and information to the operation whenever required or deemed necessary by operations or the client.

• Manage and oversee the utilization of resources, equipment, and personnel to minimize NPT.

• Ensuring the Company’s Maximo program is utilized routinely at a high standard.

• Have a good understanding of all rig equipment, limits and expectations of the equipment.

• Handle all BHA, pipe and casing tallies, and update all inventories in regarding subs, crossovers, and all drilling related equipment.

• Have complete knowledge of well control issues, equipment.
  
  

2. Safety & QHSE Leadership:

∙ To lead through effective safety leadership and accountability by being personally responsible for the administration and Implementation of the MS.

∙ To ensure a safe working environment without harm to persons or the environment.

∙ To address HSE issues at the time of their identification and ensure timely and accurate communication of events to line management.

∙ Ensure compliance with company HSE policies by all personnel, and support personnel to take time out for safety when necessary.

∙ Ensure Waste Management Plan is adhered to.

∙ Ensure that the Permit to Work system and other HSE management tools are used correctly.

∙ Actively lead and participate in safety discussions, safety drills and inspections. Maintain record keeping of these activities to the highest level.

∙ Show safety leadership qualities in all areas of operation.

∙ To manage and be compliant with all mandatory training and ensure rig training is updated.

People Management & Development:

• To take responsibility for overall staff to secure a motivated, disciplined, and productive workforce, to be a good listener and reserve time to give feedback.

• Appraise senior subordinates frequently and on a constant rolling feedback basis. Drive appraisal process throughout the unit to formalize performance management and continuous improvement.

• 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 stays current with changes in industry technology.

• Ensure that training programs are maintained in line with the company training matrix.

• Recommend competency-based promotions, salary changes, transfers, disciplinary measures where identified.

• Encourage and support employees for personal development.

Take immediate action on performance improvement issues and lead a direct response culture (positive and negative) to the employee, secure prompt feedback including written warning letters when necessary, using disciplinary procedures.

Business Planning / Continuous Improvement / Organization Efficiency :

• Conducts pre-tour meetings with rig crews to communicate daily objectives, special instructions, safety precautions and training activities as required and anticipate/correct any issues.

• Review all Operational/Technical bulletins, communicate pertinent points to crew members and implement all directives as required. Record same.

• Take leading role in daily operational meeting to present rig operation performance and improvements.

• Assist Management in initiating, monitoring, and recording all maintenance and repairs work in collaboration with Maintenance Department.

• In liaison with Rig Sup initiate modification to any procedure if deemed necessary with use of Deviation from Policy procedure and/or in cooperation with support function and final Head office approval.

• Pre-plan operational needs, organize equipment and supplies, conduct testing of critical equipment/systems as required, pre-inspect safety related issues and direct crews for operations.

Supporting, promoting, and actively participating in the Company’s Competency process.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• PC literate in Microsoft Office

• Fluent spoken and proficient written English

• A valid IWCF or IADC Well Sharp Well Control Certificate, Supervisory level

• Years of experience: 8

  
  

Skills & Knowledge

• Be knowledgeable of all QHSE safety policies and procedures that pertain to your area of responsibility including firefighting, emergency equipment, lifesaving equipment and emergency response.

• Effective people management skills, able to lead team under pressure.

• Financial and commercial skills basic understanding.

• Credibility with staff and management.

• 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.