Slickline Operator - Offshore & Onshore Well Interventions

Manpower Group; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Manpower Group is seeking an experienced Slickline Operator to support offshore and onshore well intervention operations. The role involves operating slickline units, performing tool runs, and ensuring safe, compliant procedures across all stages of intervention.

Key tasks include rig-up/rig-down, tool handling, weight and depth monitoring, and mentoring junior operators. Relevant certifications and a technical diploma are highly valued for this demanding field role in Abu Dhabi, UAE.

Qualifications

• Technical Diploma is preferred.
• 4+ years of Slickline experience.
• 2+ years in a Slickline Operator role.
• 3+ years as a Slickline Assistant Operator prior to promotion.
• Strong knowledge of slickline unit operations, toolstrings, completion hardware, PCE, and wire mechanics.
• Experience in setting/retrieving downhole tools and conducting well intervention activities.
• IWCF Well Intervention Certification (Level 2 or equivalent).
• Valid BOSIET/HUET and H2S certifications.
• ADNOC PTW awareness and Rigging & Slinging/Banksman certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate slickline units and execute downhole operations according to procedures.
• Rig-up and rig-down activities supporting well intervention operations.
• Run and retrieve downhole tools, valves, plugs, and memory gauges.
• Control winch speed, line tension, and depth while monitoring weight indicator responses.
• Conduct jarring operations within safe working load limits.
• Participate in PCE pressure testing and well integrity verification activities.
• Perform pre-job and post-job equipment inspections and maintain records.
• Monitor wire condition, perform wire tests, and maintain wire logs.
• Support and mentor Assistant Operators and Trainees on safe work practices.

Skills

Slickline operations

Safety procedures

Mentoring

Education

Technical Diploma

IWCF Well Intervention Certification (Level 2)

BOSIET/HUET

H2S Certification

ADNOC PTW awareness

Rigging & Slinging/Banksman

Tools

Slickline tools & equipment

Job description

Manpower Group is seeking an experienced Slickline Operator to support offshore and onshore well intervention operations. The role involves operating slickline units, performing tool runs, and ensuring safe, compliant procedures across all stages of intervention.

Key tasks include rig-up/rig-down, tool handling, weight and depth monitoring, and mentoring junior operators. Relevant certifications and a technical diploma are highly valued for this demanding field role in Abu Dhabi, UAE.