Capillary Operator - Well Services

Weatherford; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Weatherford seeks a Capillary Operator to operate capillary and coiled tubing equipment under supervision and execute technical tasks with minimal supervision after plan approval.

Responsibilities include mobilization/demobilization, monitoring strings, maintaining records, and enforcing PTW. Candidates should have 4+ years in capillary or coiled tubing operations, with IWCF/IADC WIPC Level 2 preferred and strong English communication.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or higher; 4+ years in capillary or coiled tubing operations; slickline a plus.
• IWCF or IADC WIPC Level 2 preferred, pursuing acceptable.
• Physically fit for 12-hour shifts; clear written and spoken English.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and operate capillary and coiled tubing equipment and components.
• Mobilize/demobilize equipment, transport and position tools safely.
• Monitor work string for defects and abnormal tension; prevent kinking/bird-caging.
• Maintain accurate job tickets, pressure test records and logs.
• Create and enforce permit to work (PTW) procedures.
• Assist in asset and inventory counts and routine maintenance.

Skills

Spooling units operation

PCE pressure control

Well control awareness

Read job programs/schematics

Preventive maintenance

Technical record-keeping

Education

High School Diploma / GED / Bachelors

Tools

PCE

Job description

The Capillary Operator is a skilled field specialist responsible for operating equipment and executing technical tasks related to capillary operations. Working under the supervision of the Capillary Supervisor, the role involves conveyance of capillary and coiled tubing equipment while mentoring Assistant Operators. The operator should be capable of executing capillary jobs independently once the supervisor has approved the plan.

Responsibilities

• Inspect spooling unit, level wind mechanism, hydraulic system, brakes, and tension control.
• Carry out mobilization and demobilization tasks including loading, offloading, and equipment positioning.
• Understand work string limitations and convey it in and out of the well independently without kinking or bird-caging.
• Monitor the work string continuously for visual defects and abnormal tension readings or parameters.
• Complete job tickets, pressure test records, and logbooks.
• Perform preventive maintenance on equipment.
• Assist in asset and inventory counts.
• Create and enforce Permit to Work (PTW).

Skills

• Proficient in operating spooling units, injector heads, and pressure control equipment (PCE).
• Knowledge of high-pressure testing procedures for PCE.
• Well control awareness and wellhead pressure management.
• Ability to read and interpret job programs, well schematics, and equipment manuals.
• Preventive maintenance of hydraulic, mechanical, and pneumatic field equipment.
• Accurate technical record-keeping and field data documentation.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED, or Bachelor’s degree.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in capillary or coiled tubing operations (slickline experience is an advantage).
• IWCF or IADC WIPC Level 2 certification preferred; candidates actively working toward certification are acceptable.
• Physically fit and able to work up to 12-hour shifts.
• Clear written and verbal English.

Weatherford is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.