Senior Drilling

Job Introduction The Driller operates and monitors systems of the drilling rig including the hoisting, well control, and mud and power systems. The Driller monitors well conditions and drilling parameters to execute drilling of the well according to the Company drill plan. The Driller supervises the rig crew, ensuring that they work safely and effectively. The Driller must be able to communicate with a variety of employees and third parties including the Company Man and Directional Driller.

Specification

Adhere to Company policies, guidelines, and work requirements;

Oversee all drilling activities and monitor rig employees and third parties that are working on, entering, or exiting rig floor;

Perform the following functions from the Driller console: raising and lowering the drill stem; lowering casing into the well; making connections on the drill stem; controlling or running the mud pumps; controlling rotary table speed, and adjusting the weight on the bit;

Follow the established plan for drilling operations;

Continually monitor well conditions and drilling parameters;

Maintain daily logs of drilling activities and submit daily Tour Sheets;

Ensure accurate pipe tally and make-up torque for pipe connections;

Ensure regular maintenance of all equipment and machinery;

Provide leadership, along with the Rig Manager, to delegate tasks, instruct, train, and develop all rig employees;

Make sound and quick decisions in a changing and hazardous environment;

Assist the Rig Manager with preventing and solving problems to keep the rig operational;

Communicate with Rig Manager, Company Man, and Directional Driller as necessary;

Responsible for good control;

Supervise and direct rig crew, ensure that the Derrickhand maintains proper drilling fluid properties, and assist with rig up / down procedures;

Verify mud pit valve alignment for changes in drilling operations (drilling, tripping pipe, etc);

Utilize proper hand signals when working from the cabin to communicate with other rig employees;

Supervise and assist rig crew during rig moves: help with rig-up / rig-down, nipple up and down blowout preventers, assist with general assembly and maintenance and help prepare the new location;

Supervise and assist rig crew with inspecting, slipping, and cutting drilling line;

General upkeep and housekeeping of the Driller’s cabin;

General upkeep of the rig and drilling floor; includes regular sweeping, shoveling, cleaning, painting, washing of equipment, and related housekeeping duties;

Support other crew members as needed, ensure compliance with safety procedures and other additional tasks as assigned;

Maintain spatial orientation and awareness to operate drilling equipment, be aware of other workers’ location in relation to drilling activities, and safely move around work environment with many moving objects;

Wear required PPE and inspect safety equipment and PPE for wear and replace as needed;

Work with an emphasis on safety for themselves and others including coworkers and third parties;

Take initiative and direct rig crew tasks during downtime;

Actively participate in all pre-job safety meetings;

Must be comfortable working at heights (50 ft. or greater) for extended periods of time;

Able to repetitively climb steep stairs and be able to lift and carry 50 pounds independently while walking on uneven surfaces;

Requirements

A recognized Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering;

6 (+) years of experience in offshore rig activities and various engineering work including 3 years of supervisory experience in drilling operation;

Significant demonstrable experience in a drilling engineering role including offshore rig site experience;

Proficiency in drilling engineering principles and software applications;

Must have leadership qualities and a team player;

Job Closing Date 11/12/2020

Applications received are processed daily and shortlisted. We need to place this position as soon as possible. The start date for employment is between 15 and 20 December 2020.