onshore Telescopic double, 700HP Rig

Operations/Maintenance:

• Operate all equipment at the Drillers console in a safe manner – maintain a clean, tidy and hazard free condition on the drill floor and associated areas.
• Monitor the well conditions at all times (i.e., depth, mud weight, weight on bit. Interpret and respond to down-hole conditions.
• Perform drilling related operations such as directional drilling, working stuck pipe, running, and cementing casing strings, coring, fishing, and assisting in wire line logging, well testing and other special operations.
• Supervise and directs operations in the picking up or laying down of tubulars and all related drilling equipment.
Maintain accurate record of and tool dimensions (i.e., internal, and external diameters, fish-neck dimensions, and tool serial numbers).

• Ensure the solids control equipment and mud mixing operations are being monitored constantly.
• Inform Tool pusher and Client Rep if a deviation from the planned operation occurs.
• Keep accurate records of fluid displacements when tubulars are run in/pulled out of the hole.
• Complete the daily drilling report at the end of each tour.
• Hold pre-job meetings with the drilling crew for all non-routine drilling operations.
• Secure the well during an emergency or well control situation – assist in well kill operations.
• Supervise the lubrication of all drilling and associated equipment, ensure it is carried out in accordance with the Preventative Maintenance System.
• Maintain equipment files, drilling logs and records – perform all technical calculations required to carry out drilling operations.
• Assist in running and retrieving BOPs and risers, and other operations as directed by the Tool pusher.
• Assist in the planning, organization and execution of rig move operations.

QHSE:

• Ensure all relevant safety procedures and practices are adhered to during drilling operations.
• Report any incidents, potential hazards, or abnormal situations to the Tool pusher.
• Partake in the weekly meetings, Quality Improvement Plan program, and all other Company safety management systems.
• Assist in conducting drilling operations safety drills as and when required.
• Ensure a high standard of hygiene and housekeeping is maintained onboard the rig.
• Demonstrate commitment to the Company’s safety policies through leadership and guidance.
• Personnel:
• Meets the training requirements as per the applicable training matrix.
• Mentor, develop and train crew members to ensure they are competent to work at their next job level.
• Provide leadership and motivation to the drilling crews.
• Assist in training to ensure all subordinates are competent to perform their allocated job.
• Promote and maintain a good working relationship with other departments, third party personnel and Client Representative.

Key Competences – Attitude, Skills, Knowledge

The competencies required to properly fulfil the function are stated below.

Attitude

• Acts in alignment with the Company’s core values, consistently demonstrating the expected behaviors, as referenced in the core values booklet.
• Acts in alignment with the Company’s HSE Principles, consistently demonstrating responsible behavior and compliance with the life-saving rules in daily operations.
• Acts in alignment with the Company’s Compliance Program, demonstrating ethical behaviour and compliance with the Company’s Compliance policies and applicable laws.
• Acts in alignment with the Company’s ESG objectives and strategy.
• Takes ownership and is responsible for the health, safety, and welfare of self and other team members.
• Is willing to perform assigned tasks & roles.

Skills

• Mechanical troubleshooting skills.
• Supervision skills.
• Effective communciation skills.
• Responsive quickly to emergencies and unexpected situations.
• Basic computer skills.

Knowledge

• Knowledge of all technical calculations required for the safe operation of the drilling unit.
• Knowledge of drilling rig operations, equipment, and systems.
• Drilling techniques, practices, and engineering basics.
• HSE regulations and safe work practices.

Qualifications & Certification

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Work experience and demonstrated ability of oral and written communications may be substituted in lieu of formal education.
• Valid medical examination and vaccination certificates