Senior Directional Driller - ERD & RSS Expert

Progressive; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

Progressive is seeking an experienced Directional Driller to support onshore and offshore drilling operations in complex wells and ERD programs. You will plan and execute directional drilling activities, optimizing well placement, drilling performance, and safety adherence across diverse environments in the UAE.

The role requires proven experience with Rotary Steerable Systems (RSS), including push-the-bit and point-the-bit technologies, and the ability to work independently in remote field

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years' directional drilling experience.
• Experience with horizontal, high-angle, ERD, and complex 3D directional profiles.
• Strong mud motor drilling background.
• Experience with RSS from major service providers is advantageous.
• Onshore and offshore experience preferred.
• Ability to work independently in remote field locations.

Responsibilities

• Execute directional drilling operations per the approved plan and well objectives.
• Operate RSS and conventional mud motor BHAs to achieve planned trajectories.
• Monitor drilling parameters and advise on ROP, hole quality, and tool performance.
• Plan and execute kickoff, build, hold, drop, tangent, horizontal, and ERD sections.
• Perform trajectory monitoring, anti-collision analysis, and directional surveys.
• Coordinate with drilling supervisors, MWD/LWD personnel, contractors, and operator reps.
• Assist with BHA design, RSS selection, motor configuration, and drilling optimization.
• Identify and mitigate drilling dysfunctions including vibration and stick-slip.
• Prepare accurate daily and end-of-well reports and operational summaries.
• Maintain compliance with HSE requirements and project procedures.
• Support troubleshooting during critical drilling operations.

Skills

Directional drilling

RSS operation

BHA design

Mud motor

Onshore & offshore

Independent work

Job description

Progressive is seeking an experienced Directional Driller to support onshore and offshore drilling operations in complex wells and ERD programs. You will plan and execute directional drilling activities, optimizing well placement, drilling performance, and safety adherence across diverse environments in the UAE.

The role requires proven experience with Rotary Steerable Systems (RSS), including push-the-bit and point-the-bit technologies, and the ability to work independently in remote field