Field Specialist - Drilling Operations

NES Fircroft; Roma; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

FIFO roster 3 weeks on/2 weeks off

Job summary

NES Fircroft is seeking an experienced Field Specialist for MWD/LWD and Directional Drilling to support onshore oil and gas drilling operations in Roma, Queensland. The role involves overseeing wellsite activities, providing technical leadership and mentoring junior field engineers, and ensuring safe, efficient delivery in line with customer requirements.

This 12-month contract features a FIFO roster (3 weeks on/2 weeks off).

Qualifications

• 3+ years' experience in MWD/LWD field operations.
• Strong hands-on experience in directional drilling operations.
• Experience operating downhole motors and Rotary Steerable Systems (RSS).
• Proven ability to mentor or supervise junior field engineers.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate MWD/LWD and directional drilling operations at the wellsite.
• Oversee projects from commencement through to successful completion, providing updates to customers and stakeholders.
• Provide technical guidance and supervision to junior field engineers.
• Operate and support directional drilling equipment, including downhole motors and RSS.
• Monitor, analyse and interpret MWD/LWD data to support drilling performance and resolve issues.
• Troubleshoot complex downhole tool and drilling system issues.
• Collaborate with customers and third-party service providers to deliver wellsite solutions.
• Verify completed work and ensure all objectives are met.
• Maintain accurate operational reporting and ensure compliance with standards.

Skills

MWD/LWD operations

Directional drilling

Downhole motors

Rotary Steerable Systems (RSS)

Data interpretation

Troubleshooting

Mentoring juniors

Communication skills

Tools

Downhole tools

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.