Drilling Supervisor

Role & responsibilities

• Responsible for execution of the drilling program maintaining maximum HSE and operational efficiency;
• Supervise the drilling operation in the most effective and efficient way;
• Manage onsite operations safely and efficiently, and lead field personnel to deliver the business objectives, in full compliance with relevant standards, policies and legislation;
• Manage all Company and Service Company personnel and equipment/material on-site
• Ensure that the required materials and equipment is available on time;
• Ensure that all reports are swiftly established and are communicated;
• Observe all company Health, Safety, Security and Environmental instructions, act in safe manner and avoid unnecessary risks to personnel;
• Provide leadership, direction and mentoring to the staff;
• Demonstrate HSE leadership and commitment by actively implementing onsite HSE programs through Rig Safety Officer.

Preferred candidate profile

• Diploma in Engineering or higher or attained this level by proven experience
• A minimum of 20 years of experience in drilling operations on Drilling rigs (minimum 10yrs in Operating Company)
• Skilled in handling drilling operations and practices, avoiding and troubleshooting drilling problems, rig and associated services equipment;
• HPHT and ERD wells experience required
• Wellsite leadership and organisational skills
• Excellent communicational skills
• Skilled in statutory requirements regarding Drilling and QHSE operations
• Extensive knowledge of Well control procedures and in the possession of valid IWCF Well control, Supervisory level certification;
• Skilled in logistical processes.