Senior Drilling Supervisor

Airswift; Assens; On-site; CHF 166,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Airswift is seeking a Senior Drilling Supervisor for a 4–6 month contract for a Deep Geothermal project based in Lausanne, Switzerland. The candidate will lead safe drilling operations, coordinate contractors and field teams, and ensure regulatory and company standards are met.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in onshore drilling or geothermal, strong leadership, and proven HSE adherence. IWCF Level 4 and OPITO H2S/MIST certifications are required, with experience in Continental Europe.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience in onshore oil & gas or deep geothermal drilling operations.
• At least 2 years of operational experience in Continental Europe.
• Proven leadership experience managing multicultural and multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong communication, risk management, and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated commitment to HSE, security, and environmental standards.
• Valid certifications: IWCF Level 4 OPITO H2S MIST or BOSIET OEUK Medical Certificate.

Responsibilities

• Lead and promote a strong Health, Safety and Environmental (HSE) culture across all site activities.
• Ensure compliance with company standards, regulatory requirements, and operational procedures.
• Coordinate contractors, service providers, and field personnel to maintain safe and efficient operations.
• Monitor daily drilling activities, identify operational issues, and implement corrective actions when required.
• Support drilling program execution and oversee contractor performance management.
• Manage operational risks and develop contingency plans to address unforeseen challenges.

Skills

Leadership

HSE Management

Contractor Management

Multicultural Teams

Communication

Education

IWCF Level 4

OPITO H2S MIST

BOSIET

OEUK Medical Certificate

Job description

Airswift is currently looking for a Senior Drilling Supervisor for a 4 to 6 months contract Job Title: Senior Drilling Supervisor Duration: 4 to 6 months contract can be extendable Rotation: 3/3 Schedule: 12 hours Shift Project: Deep Geothermal Small Rig Location: Lausanne, Switzerland

Key Responsibilities

Lead and promote a strong Health, Safety and Environmental (HSE) culture across all site activities. Ensure compliance with company standards, regulatory requirements, and operational procedures. Coordinate contractors, service providers, and field personnel to maintain safe and efficient operations. Monitor daily drilling activities, identify operational issues, and implement corrective actions when required. Support drilling program execution and oversee contractor performance management. Manage operational risks and develop contingency plans to address unforeseen challenges.

Required Experience & Qualifications

Minimum 10 years of experience in Onshore Oil & Gas and/or Deep Geothermal Drilling Operations. At least 2 years of operational experience in Continental Europe. Proven leadership experience managing multicultural and multidisciplinary teams. Strong communication, risk management, and problem-solving skills. Demonstrated commitment to HSE, security, and environmental standards. Valid certifications: IWCF Level 4 OPITO H2S MIST or BOSIET OEUK Medical Certificate

Ideal Candidate Profile

Experienced drilling professional with extensive knowledge of onshore drilling operations and deep geothermal projects. Strong track record of supervising contractors and service companies in demanding field environments. Safety-focused leader capable of maintaining operational excellence while ensuring compliance with all regulatory and company requirements. Comfortable working within international project teams and managing complex drilling activities.

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• Continental Europe