Driller - Drilling

Western Energy - Drilling Services; Estevan; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Immediate Employee Benefits, including

Matched Savings Program – up to 5%

Job summary

Western Energy - Drilling Services in Saskatchewan is seeking an experienced Driller to oversee drilling operations, operate equipment, and supervise the drilling crew on a full-time seasonal basis.

You will lead crew activities, monitor progress, ensure safety protocols, maintain records, and respond quickly to incidents while working in diverse weather conditions away from home as required.

Qualifications

• Previous drilling rig experience as a Driller.
• Strong leadership and decision-making abilities.
• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Good manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination.
• Able to pass pre-employment testing.
• Fluent in written/spoken English.
• Willing to work away from home and in all weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Operate and oversee drilling fluid systems, mud pumps, top drive systems, drawworks, pipe handling equipment and related drilling equipment.
• Ensure safety and support equipment is functioning properly.
• Monitor drilling progress and communicate advancements and/or changes to Rig Manager.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records.
• Lead, instruct, mentor, and train crew members in safe work practices, drilling procedures, equipment operation, and rig maintenance.
• Ensure all protection systems, safety devices, guards, crownsavers, lockouts, and emergency systems remain operational and properly utilized.
• Identify workplace hazards and implement appropriate controls.
• Participate in incident investigations if required and assist with corrective action implementation.
• Promote and maintain a safe, healthy, and environmentally responsible worksite.

Skills

Driller experience

Leadership

Problem solving

Mechanical aptitude

Manual dexterity

English fluency

Willing to work away from home

Weather adaptability

Education

H2S Alive

Standard First Aid with CPR

CSO

Fall Protection for Rig Work

Rig Rescue for Rig Work

Confined Space & Rescue

Boiler certification (Provincial Based)

First Line Blowout Prevention (BOP)

Tools

Top drive systems

Mud pumps

Drawworks

Drilling equipment

Job description

TheDrilleris an experienced crew member of the drilling rig crew responsible for overseeing drilling operations, operating equipment and supervising the drilling crew. This includes supervising and directing crew activities, operating the drilling rig and its components. This includes overseeing routine checks, documenting maintenance activities, and taking immediate corrective action when necessary. The Driller plays a key role in upholding safety protocols and preventing well control incidents.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Operate and oversee drilling fluid systems, mud pumps, top drive systems, drawworks, pipe handling equipment and related drilling equipment.
• Ensure safety and support equipment is functioning properly
• Monitor drilling progress and communicate advancements and/or changes to Rig Manager
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records
• Lead, instruct, mentor, and train crew members in safe work practices, drilling procedures, equipment operation, and rig maintenance.
• Ensure all protection systems, safety devices, guards, crownsavers, lockouts, and emergency systems remain operational and properly utilized.
• Identify workplace hazards and implement appropriate controls
• Participate in incident investigations if required and assist with corrective action implementation.
• Promote and maintain a safe, healthy, and environmentally responsible worksite.

Specific Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Previous drilling rig experience working in Driller position
• Strong leadership abilities in decisions and planning
• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills
• Strong mechanical aptitude
• Manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination
• Certifications Required:
  • H2S Alive
  • Standard First Aid with CPR
  • CSO (Common Safety Orientation)
  • Fall Protection for Rig Work
  • Rig Rescue for Rig Work preferred
  • Confined Space & Rescue
  • Boiler certification (Provincial Based)
  • First Line Blowout Prevention (BOP)
• Ability to pass pre-employment testing
• Fluent in Written/Spoken English
• Be willing to work in all weather conditions and work environments with work away from home for periods of time

What we offer:

• Immediate Employee Benefits, including medical, dental and vision coverage
• Matched Savings Program – up to 5%

Driller position is full-time seasonal position. Seasonal work is based on operational requirements, project schedules, weather and environmental conditions and other factors outside our control.