Field Specialist - Drilling Operations

NES Fircroft; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

NES Fircroft is seeking an experienced Field Specialist to support onshore drilling ops in Roma, Queensland. You will lead MWD/LWD and directional drilling activities, supervise junior engineers and ensure safe, efficient execution while coordinating with customers and third-party service providers.

The role requires strong data interpretation, hands-on RR motors/RSS knowledge and a track record of delivering quality results in a wellsite environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' experience in MWD and LWD field operations.
• Strong hands-on experience in directional drilling operations.
• Experience operating downhole motors and Rotary Steerable Systems (RSS).
• Sound understanding of MWD/LWD tools, measurement systems and downhole data interpretation.

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate MWD/LWD and directional drilling operations at the wellsite.
• Oversee projects from commencement through to successful completion, providing regular updates to customers and internal stakeholders.
• Provide technical guidance, instruction and supervision to junior field engineers.
• Operate and support directional drilling equipment, including downhole motors and rotary steerable systems.
• Monitor, analyse and interpret MWD/LWD data to support drilling performance and resolve technical issues.
• Troubleshoot complex downhole tool and drilling system issues.
• Work closely with customers and third-party service providers to deliver effective wellsite solutions.
• Verify completed work, ensuring operational objectives and customer requirements are achieved.
• Maintain accurate operational reporting and ensure all work is completed to required standards.

Skills

MWD/LWD operations

Directional drilling

RSS tools

Downhole motors

Data interpretation

Leadership mentorship

Job description

Field Specialist – MWD/LWD / Directional Drilling

12 month initial contract, FIFO roster 3 weeks on/2 weeks off

About the Role

We are seeking experienced Field Specialists with a strong background in Measurement While Drilling (MWD), Logging While Drilling (LWD) and Directional Drilling (DD) to support onshore oil and gas drilling operations in Roma, Queensland.

This role will involve overseeing wellsite operations, providing technical expertise, managing drilling activities and supporting the development of junior field engineers. You will play an important role in ensuring drilling operations are delivered safely, efficiently and in line with customer requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate MWD/LWD and directional drilling operations at the wellsite.
• Oversee projects from commencement through to successful completion, providing regular updates to customers and internal stakeholders.
• Provide technical guidance, instruction and supervision to junior field engineers.
• Operate and support directional drilling equipment, including downhole motors and rotary steerable systems.
• Monitor, analyse and interpret MWD/LWD data to support drilling performance and resolve technical issues.
• Troubleshoot complex downhole tool and drilling system issues.
• Work closely with customers and third-party service providers to deliver effective wellsite solutions.
• Verify completed work, ensuring operational objectives and customer requirements are achieved.
• Maintain accurate operational reporting and ensure all work is completed to required standards.

Skills & Experience

• Minimum 3 years' experience in MWD and LWD field operations.
• Strong hands-on experience in directional drilling operations.
• Experience operating downhole motors and Rotary Steerable Systems (RSS).
• Sound understanding of MWD/LWD tools, measurement systems and downhole data interpretation.
• Proven ability to troubleshoot technical and operational issues in a wellsite environment.
• Previous experience leading, mentoring or supervising junior field engineers.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build effective relationships with customers and internal stakeholders.
• A methodical approach to problem-solving and operational delivery.
• Ability to work across wellsite, workshop and onshore operational environments.
• Willingness to undertake additional product and technical training as required.

This role is only available to candidates with full Australian working rights.

With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining andManufacturingsectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.