Field Specialist

Kintec Global Recruitment; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 300,000 - 420,000; Part time

Job summary

Kintec Global Recruitment in Abu Dhabi is seeking a seasoned Field Specialist to support well intervention operations on customer sites and in workshops.

You will operate, maintain, and troubleshoot downhole tools, advise on complex technical issues, and train less experienced engineers while ensuring HSE compliance.

The role requires 6–10 years in oilfield activities, strong knowledge of fishing, whipstock, and thru-tubing services, and readiness to travel and be on call as needed.

Qualifications

• Mandatory experience in well finishing and intervention.
• High school diploma or engineering qualification in oilfield.
• 6–10 years in oilfield activities.
• Expert knowledge of fishing, whipstock, and thru-tubing services.
• Willingness to travel and work on site/on call.

Responsibilities

• Operate, redress, and maintain downhole tools at customer sites.
• Advise on and troubleshoot complex technical issues in well intervention.
• Develop new processes and techniques for complex tasks.
• Ensure equipment compatibility with other on-site equipment.
• Work per HSE policies on site and in workshop.
• Prepare job reports and distribute timely.
• Liaise with customers and crews for planning; attend meetings.
• Provide training and mentoring for less experienced engineers.
• Be on call 24 hours.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Multitasking

Troubleshooting

Travel readiness

Report writing

Education

High school diploma or engineering qualification

Job description

Field Specialist

Location: Abu Dhabi
Contract Type: 3-month extendable outsourced contract

Key Responsibilities

• Operate, redress, and maintain downhole tools and equipment at customer job sites in support of well intervention operations.
• Work under broad direction, applying proficient knowledge of well intervention applications, and advise on and troubleshoot complex, critical technical issues.
• Continuously expand application knowledge and expertise to include new applications of increasing complexity and risk; perform complex operational tasks and projects, including developing new or improved processes and techniques.
• Ensure equipment is compatible with all other equipment used on the job.
• Work in accordance with HSE policies and procedures, both on site and in the workshop, and maintain legal compliance.
• Safely and efficiently use all tools and equipment to support timely completion of assigned work orders and duties, and to optimize throughput.
• Complete job reports and other relevant paperwork accurately, and file and distribute them in a timely manner.
• Liaise with customers and drilling crews on troubleshooting and job planning to ensure effective solutions are identified and implemented; attend customer meetings as required and represent the company in a positive manner.
• Provide technical assistance in troubleshooting performance problems and improving energy efficiency, operating costs, and overall equipment reliability, including through on-site visits.
• Stay up to date on product capabilities, enhancements, and customer processes; apply and follow lessons learned and best practices; write specific job procedures as required.
• Provide training, mentoring, and performance-management support for less experienced engineers.
• Be available on call 24 hours, and perform other duties and activities as assigned within the physical constraints of the job.

Requirements

• Mandatory experience specifically in well finishing and intervention.
• High school diploma, engineering qualification, or equivalent experience in the oilfield.
• Minimum of 6-10 years' experience in oilfield activities.
• Expert-level knowledge and understanding of well intervention services and practices, with thorough technical knowledge of Fishing, Whipstock, and/or Thru-Tubing products and services.
• Competent to operate as lead hand in Cased Hole Fishing or Milling, Whipstock Permanent, Cut & Pull, Thru Tubing, Single Section Milling, and Open Hole Fishing.
• Good knowledge of downhole tools and equipment, and understanding of downhole conditions, rotating equipment, and vibration & harmonics.
• Strong operational and technical skills, with the ability to troubleshoot and solve complex technical problems.
• Excellent communication in English (written and oral), presentation, leadership, supervisory, team, and organisational skills.
• Outstanding ability to build relationships with others; self-starter with the ability to work independently and train other engineers.
• Capable of multitasking and working effectively under pressure; self-motivated.
• Ability to learn and use computer programs and spreadsheets within the proposed job environment.
• Ability to generate clear, concise, and timely reports in a professional manner.
• Willingness and readiness to travel as required.