Night Drilling Supervisor

Star Services; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Offshore allowance

Air ticket

Accommodation

Medical insurance

Meals provided

Working hours

Job summary

Star Services is seeking a Night Drilling Supervisor to lead offshore night operations in Abu Dhabi, acting as the official on-site representative and ensuring safety, adherence to drilling programs, and smooth handovers to the Day Drilling Supervisor.

The role requires 10+ years in E&P with 5+ years offshore night supervision on jack-up rigs, plus 3+ years UAE experience. Strong leadership and English proficiency are essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science or Engineering in Petroleum Engineering or equivalent.
• Minimum 10 years in the E&P industry as a Drilling Engineer and Supervisor.
• Minimum 5+ years of offshore night drilling supervision experience on jack-up rigs.
• Minimum 3+ years UAE work experience in oil and gas.

Responsibilities

• Serve as company representative on-site during night shifts, ensuring adherence to drilling programs and safety regulations.
• Maintain detailed documentation of night operations, equipment usage, and incidents; ensure seamless handovers to Day Drilling Supervisor.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor of Science in Petroleum Engineering

Job description

Job Title: Night Drilling Supervisor
Work Location: Offshore (Abu Dhabi)
Rotation / Leave Cycle: 28 days ON / 28 days OFF

Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced Night Drilling Supervisor to serve as the official company representative at the wellsite during night operations. The successful candidate will oversee offshore jack-up rig drilling activities, ensuring full compliance with safety standards, operational continuity, and seamless shift handovers.

Key Responsibilities

• Wellsite Representation: Serve as the company's official representative on-site during night shifts, ensuring strict adherence to drilling programs and safety regulations.
• Shift Handover & Reporting: Maintain detailed documentation of night operations, equipment usage, and incidents. Ensure clear, seamless handovers to the Day Drilling Supervisor.
• Operational Coordination: Work closely with wellsite teams and service contractors to manage logistics, design operational procedures, and execute drilling programs smoothly.
• Emergency & Problem Response: Respond promptly to operational challenges or emergencies, implementing safe, effective solutions to minimize downtime.
• Department Liaison: Coordinate activities across department units and communicate regular operational status updates to the Head of Drilling.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Education: Bachelor of Science or Engineering in Petroleum Engineering (or equivalent).
• Total Experience: Minimum 10 years in the Exploration & Production (E&P) industry as a Drilling Engineer and Supervisor.
• Offshore Experience: Minimum 5+ years of hands‑on experience specifically as a Night Drilling Supervisor on offshore jack‑up rigs.
• UAE Experience: Minimum 3+ years of relevant work experience in the UAE oil and gas sector.
• Certifications: Valid industry‑required certifications for drilling, completion, and workover operations (e.g., IWCF/WELLSHARP).
• Skills: Excellent command of written and spoken English with strong leadership and problem‑solving abilities.

Remuneration & Benefits

• Offshore Allowance:(for days worked offshore)
• Air Ticket: Round‑trip economy class ticket provided
• Accommodation: Single status accommodation provided
• Medical: Comprehensive health insurance provided
• Food & Meals: Provided as per company policy
• Working Hours: Offshore: 06:30 – 18:30 (7 days/week) | Onshore (Abu Dhabi): 07:00 – 15:00 (5 days/week)
• Probation Period: 6 months