Drilling Specialist – Biogenic Gas & Unconventional Ops

Abu Dhabi National Oil Company; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 300,000 - 540,000; Full time

Job summary

Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) seeks an experienced Drilling/Workover Engineer to lead integrated project teams and manage campaign scopes in Biogenic Gas exploration. You will oversee programs, budgets, and development plans, coordinating with engineers and partners to ensure safe, cost-effective execution.

The role requires eight years in drilling/operations, UAE OPCO exposure, and proficiency with drilling software such as Landmark.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Petroleum /Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• Minimum 8 years related experience in Drilling / Workover Engineering and Operations.
• Experience with OPCOs, preferably in UAE.
• Experience offshore and onshore drilling environments.
• Experience in drilling new technologies (UBD, MPD, CTD, ERD).
• Proficient user of drilling software; Landmark package preferred.
• Experience in business planning (Wells and Drilling Operations).
• Proven track record of leading drilling teams in operations or engineering.

Responsibilities

• Report and update drilling and well operations activities related to Biogenic Shallow Gas project.
• Lead and direct Drilling IPM teams to execute ADNOC Exploration Biogenic Gas wells.
• Endorse and approve drilling programs and AFEs.
• Define Full Field Development Plans and exploration requirements.
• Advise Exploration on drilling planning, prognosis and technical requirements.
• Plan, supervise and coordinate activities in the assigned area.
• Train and develop staff to deliver objectives.
• Assist in budget input and cost control; highlight variances.

Skills

Drilling leadership

OPCO UAE experience

Offshore/onshore drilling

UBD/MPD/CTD/ERD

Landmark software

Wells planning

Drilling ops planning

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Petroleum /Mechanical Engineering or equivalent

Tools

Landmark package

Job description

Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) seeks an experienced Drilling/Workover Engineer to lead integrated project teams and manage campaign scopes in Biogenic Gas exploration. You will oversee programs, budgets, and development plans, coordinating with engineers and partners to ensure safe, cost-effective execution.

The role requires eight years in drilling/operations, UAE OPCO exposure, and proficiency with drilling software such as Landmark.