Drilling Manager Land and Nearshore

Fugro; Dubai; On-site; AED 350,000 - 500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Fugro in Dubai is seeking an experienced Drilling Manager to coordinate onshore and offshore projects, driving execution strategies, safety standards, and efficient resource use. You will supervise drilling crews, ensure adherence to methodology, and coordinate with operations to meet project targets.

The role requires extensive drilling experience and a demonstrated management background, with a focus on maintaining high production, safety, and quality across the project lifecycle.

Qualifications

• 8 years experience with various drilling techniques & drilling equipment.
• 3 years within a management role.
• Learning agility: Strong ability to learn from experience and adapt to new situations.
• Communication: Strong communicator who promotes open communication across the organization.

Responsibilities

• Formulate project execution strategy and drilling interface with operations manager.
• Ensure maximum production and utilization of equipment, tools, and personnel.
• Technical point of contact to onshore/nearshore operations during projects.
• Monitor market developments in drilling equipment and fluids.
• Procurement involvement for drilling equipment to ensure value and budget compliance.
• Review project documents to ensure correct drilling methodologies and targets.
• Support mobilization of rigs and vessels to site and training of crew.
• Lead competency assessment schemes for drill crew and supervisors.
• Carry out site visits to maintain drilling standards on onshore and nearshore rigs.
• Support preparation of drilling method statements and tender input.
• Ensure compliance with Fugro policies.

Skills

Drilling management

Drilling techniques

Team leadership

Learning agility

Communication

Accountability

Project coordination

Job description

Job Description

Who we are

Do you want to join our Geo-data revolution Fugros global reach and unique know-how will put the world at your fingertips. Our love of exploration and technical expertise help us to provide our clients with invaluable insights. We source and make sense of the most relevant Geo-data for their needs so they can design build and operate their assets more safely sustainably and efficiently. But were always looking for new talent to take the next step with us. For bright minds who enjoy meaningful work and want to push our pioneering spirit further. For individuals who can take the initiative but work well within a team.

We are looking to recruit an experienced Drilling Manager Land and Nearshore to join our team based in Dubai this role you will be responsible for Coordinating offshore and / or onshore projects on a day-to-day basis by ensuring the timely preparation smooth running and completion of project tasks alongside ensuring both technical and commercial requirements and scope of work are understood. You will supervise a team in a variety of routine tasks and provide on-the-job training to team members.

Key Responsibilities:

• Formulate project execution strategy plant & equipment requirement drill rig set up and operational methodology in conjunction with the operations manager. As required assist with production of drill string configurations borehole plans and drilling fluid programs.
• Ensure maximum production and full utilization of all equipment tools manpower and facilities involved with drilling operations. Reducing leakage through efficient operation.
• Technical / Drilling point of contact to onshore and nearshore field operations during project execution.
• Monitor market fluctuation and technical developments in all areas of 3rd party supplied drilling equipment and drilling fluid.
• Be actively involved with the procurement of drilling equipment and tooling rigs and also extraneous drilling plant to ensure best value and budget compliance.
• Review project documents (DPRs & Drill Logs) to ensure compliance with correct drilling methodology and ensure daily targets are met to achieve maximum production throughout entire project lifecycle.
• Support the mobilisation to site of drill rigs small geotechnical platforms or small vessels and the crew.
• Take a lead role in the design and implementation of competency assessment schemes for Drill Crew and Supervisors.
• Carryout site visits to ensure drilling standards are maintained on the onshore and nearshore drill rigs.
• Support the production of project documentation produce drilling method statements and procedures. Input and assistance into the tendering process for pricing drilling methodology and data collection.
• Ensure that Fugro policies and procedures are understood implemented and adhered to by all employees.

What Skills & Experience Will You Have

• 8 years experience with various drilling techniques & drilling equipment diesel and petrol engines hydraulics small boats and Self Elevated Platforms with 3 years within a management role.
• Learning Agility: Strong ability and willingness to learn from experience adapt and embrace new situations. Being open to new experiences people and information. Desire to excel and grow new skills.
• Communication: Strong communicator who promotes open communication across the organization. Empowers & connects other people with positive impact provides energy and demonstrates passion trust & respect.
• Accountability - Takes ownership and initiative acts with confidence and works under own direction. Is able to make prompt and clear decisions which may involve choices or considered risk

What we offer

Fugro provides a positive work environment as well as projects that will satisfy the most curious minds. We also offer great opportunities to stretch and develop yourself. By giving you the freedom to grow faster we think youll be able to do what you do best better. Which should help us to find fresh ways to get to know the earth better. We encourage you to be yourself at Fugro. So bring your energy and enthusiasm your keen eye and can-do attitude. But bring your questions and opinions too. Because to be the worlds leading Geo-data specialist we need the strength in depth that comes from a diverse driven team.

Our view on diversity equity and inclusion

At Fugro our people are our superpower. Their variety of viewpoints experiences knowledge and talents give us collective strength. Distinctive beliefs and diverse backgrounds are therefore welcome but discrimination harassment inappropriate behaviour and unfair treatment are not. Everybody is to be well-supported and treated fairly. And everyone must be valued and have their voice heard. Crucially we believe that getting this right brings a sense of belonging of safety and acceptance that makes us feel more connected to Fugros purpose together create a safe and liveable world and to each other.

What's in it for you

At Fugro our people are our number one priority and central to our purpose to create a safe and livable world. Our values set the foundation for our unique culture: we are determined to deliver we prepare for tomorrow we do whats right and we build trust. Our talent philosophy is driven by our values and fueled by a passion for learning developing leadership behaviors transparency and accountability. Fugro offers opportunities to sharpen skills and provide career growth through on-the-job learning experiences LinkedIn Learning access business and technical training and leadership development programs. We also offer competitive benefits packages including hybrid working to support you in your career journey with us.

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Required Experience:

Manager