Day drilling supervisor

Star Services LLC; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Star Services LLC is seeking a Day Drilling Supervisor for offshore operations in Abu Dhabi. This role involves supervising drilling activities, ensuring adherence to safety standards, and managing logistics. Candidates should have at least 7 years of experience in drilling operations, with a minimum of 3 years in a supervisory role.

A Bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering discipline and IWCF Level 4 certification are required. The position offers a structured work schedule of 12-hour shifts with 28 days on and 28 days off.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of experience in oil and gas drilling operations.
• At least 3 years of offshore drilling experience in a supervisory role.
• Experience in drilling, completion, and workover operations.

Responsibilities

• Supervise day-to-day drilling, completion, and workover activities at the rig site.
• Ensure operations adhere to company standards and regulatory requirements.
• Manage logistics and coordinate rig moves.

Skills

Offshore Drilling & Workover Operations

Directional Drilling

Drilling Fluids & Cementing

Well Control Procedures & BOP Systems

Fishing Operations

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Petroleum Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related Engineering discipline

Tools

EDM (Open Wells) software

Job description

Job Description – Day Drilling Supervisor

Position Title: Day Drilling Supervisor

Department: Technical Department (TED)

Location: Offshore, Abu Dhabi

Reports To: Drilling / Completion Engineer, Technical Manager

Work Schedule: 12-hour shifts, 28 Days On / 28 Days Off Rotation, Senior Position (Not entitled to overtime)

Role Purpose

The Drilling Supervisor is responsible for the safe, efficient, and cost-effective execution of offshore drilling, completion, and workover operations. The role provides on-site leadership for all well operations, ensuring compliance with company procedures, HSE standards, drilling programs, and operational objectives while coordinating logistics, contractors, and service providers.

Key Responsibilities

Operational Management

• Supervise day-to-day drilling, completion, and workover activities at the rig site.
• Ensure operations are executed in accordance with approved drilling programs, company standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor drilling performance and recommend operational improvements to optimize efficiency and reduce non-productive time.
• Coordinate rig moves, rig positioning activities, and associated risk assessments.
• Manage logistics, including planning, ordering, transportation, storage, and backloading of equipment and materials.

HSE & Risk Management

• Ensure full compliance with Company HSE policies, procedures, and ADNOC Codes of Practice.
• Conduct and review Job Safety Analyses (JSA), risk assessments, and mitigation plans.
• Lead emergency response activities and act as On-Scene Commander when required.
• Organize and participate in emergency drills and safety exercises.
• Investigate incidents, accidents, and near misses, ensuring effective corrective actions are implemented.

Contractor & Service Management

• Serve as the primary point of contact for drilling contractors and service companies at the rig site.
• Coordinate required services, equipment, and resources to support operational activities.
• Monitor contractor performance and ensure compliance with safety and operational standards.

Reporting & Documentation

• Prepare and submit Daily Drilling Reports (DDR), progress reports, and operational updates.
• Maintain accurate records of drilling activities, material transfers, safety meetings, and lessons learned.
• Ensure timely and accurate reporting of operational performance, costs, incidents, and inventory status.

Equipment & Asset Management

• Conduct regular inspections of rig equipment and third-party assets.
• Monitor inventory levels of equipment, materials, supplies, and spare parts.Ensure proper maintenance and safe return of surplus materials and equipment to company stores.

  Qualifications

  Education

  • Bachelor's Degree in Petroleum Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related Engineering discipline.

  Certifications

  • Valid IWCF Level 4 Certification or equivalent.

  Experience

  • Minimum 7 years of experience in oil and gas drilling operations.
  • At least 3 years of offshore drilling experience in a supervisory role.
  • Experience in drilling, completion, and workover operations.
  • Knowledge of EDM (Open Wells) software is preferred.

  Technical Skills

  • Offshore Drilling & Workover Operations
  • Directional Drilling
  • Drilling Fluids & Cementing
  • Well Control Procedures & BOP Systems
  • Drill String Design, Torque & Drag Analysis
  • Hole Cleaning & ECD Management
  • Fishing Operations
  • Well Testing & Stimulation Operations
  • Wireline, Slickline & Coil Tubing Operations
  • Pore Pressure & Fracture Gradient Analysis
  • Open Hole & Cased Hole Logging
  • Incident Investigation
  • Permit to Work (PTW) Systems
  • Risk Assessment & JSA
  • Technical Reporting and Documentation