Graduate Field Specialist

SLB; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private healthcare

Well-being programs

Pension contributions

Income protection

Cycle to work

Employee resource groups

Job summary

SLB in Aberdeen offers a Graduate Field Specialist position that launches your career through a structured training programme, building technical expertise in drilling technology, downhole telemetry, data acquisition and equipment maintenance while working with experienced field professionals.

You will gain hands-on experience supporting drilling operations, operating advanced MWD technology, and delivering real-time data that informs rig-site decisions, with opportunities to grow into a trusted

Qualifications

• A degree in Engineering, Geophysics, Physics or a relevant field.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to think methodically.
• Ability to work well under pressure and without supervision.

Responsibilities

• Develop the technical knowledge and operational skills required to support Measurement While Drilling (MWD) services.
• Build expertise in MWD tools, downhole telemetry systems, data acquisition, and equipment troubleshooting.
• Assist with the planning, preparation, and execution of drilling operations in line with programme objectives and client requirements.
• Support the deployment, operation, maintenance, and testing of MWD equipment at the wellsite.
• Monitor and deliver accurate real-time drilling and formation data to customers and the wider drilling team.
• Assist in the preparation of daily drilling reports, operational updates, and post-job reviews.

Skills

Communication

Analytical thinking

Work under pressure

Education

Engineering/Geophysics/Physics degree

Tools

MWD tools

Downhole telemetry systems

Data acquisition equipment

Job description

Job Title:

Graduate Field Specialist

About Us:

We are a global technology company, driving energy innovation for a balanced planet. At SLB, we create amazing technology that unlocks access to energy for the benefit of all. We are facing the world’s greatest balancing act—how to simultaneously reduce emissions and meet the world’s growing energy demands. Our collective future depends on decarbonizing the fossil fuel industry while innovating a new energy landscape. It’s what drives us. Ensuring progress for people and the planet, on the journey to net zero and beyond.

More than 98,000 employees across 120 countries have already started their SLB journeys. Start yours now!

If you would like to know more, please visit our website at https://www.slb.com/.

Location:

Aberdeen/ Offshore

Job Summary:

As a Graduate Field Specialist, you'll kick-start your career through a structured training programme designed to build your technical expertise and operational knowledge. You'll learn about drilling technology, downhole telemetry systems, data acquisition, equipment maintenance, and real-time problem solving while working alongside experienced field professionals.

From day one, you'll gain hands‑on experience supporting drilling operations, operating advanced MWD technology, and helping deliver critical data that drives decision‑making at the rig site. No two days are the same, and you'll be challenged to think on your feet, develop practical skills, and work in fast‑paced environments around the world.

This is an exciting opportunity to combine technical problem‑solving with field‑based experience, laying the foundation for a rewarding career as a trusted technical specialist within the energy industry.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Develop the technical knowledge and operational skills required to support Measurement While Drilling (MWD) services.


• Build expertise in MWD tools, downhole telemetry systems, data acquisition, and equipment troubleshooting.


• Assist with the planning, preparation, and execution of drilling operations in line with programme objectives and client requirements.


• Support the deployment, operation, maintenance, and testing of MWD equipment at the wellsite.


• Monitor and deliver accurate real‑time drilling and formation data to customers and the wider drilling team.


• Assist in the preparation of daily drilling reports, operational updates, and post‑job reviews.

Essential Requirements:

• A degree in Engineering, Geophysics, Physics or a relevant field.


• Good verbal and written communication skills


• Ability to think methodically


• Ability to work well under pressure and without supervision

Benefits:

• We offer private healthcare for employees and their families as well as subsidised dental care.


• We provide well‑being programs such as Employee Mental health support and health and wellness coaching.


• Generous private employee‑funded pension contributions.


• Income protection scheme and life insurance.


• Cycle to work scheme.


• We have multiple internal employee resources groups, female mentorship programs, volunteering opportunities, and company‑wide webinars, amongst other opportunities.

Why you should join us:

• Developing future leaders.

Become a part of a community where your potential to lead is nurtured from the start. Joining us opens doors to leadership opportunities within our organisation and across the broader industry, as evidenced by over 90% of our executive team began their careers with us.

• Borderless Careers.

Our career‑building approach means you’ll have dedicated systems and an open, honest dialogue with managers and HR, helping you develop your career with potential opportunities across regions and functions.

• Women in STEM.

Diversity is a key part of our success, and we have focused on gender balance for nearly 25 years. We are dedicated to nurturing and developing female talent both locally and globally. To support this goal, SLB has several initiatives, including mentorship programs, volunteering opportunities, and company‑wide webinars, all aimed at helping women succeed.

• Industry‑Leading Equipment.

Engage with cutting‑edge technology positioned at the forefront of the industry, contributing to pioneering advancements.

Certifications and Awards:

• The Disability Equality Index awarded us the title of “Best Place to Work for Disability Inclusion” in 2025.


• Ranked among LinkedIn’s “Top 25 Companies in the UK and France for Career Development” in 2025.


• Proud member of Business Disability Inn and Valuable 500 initiative.


• Proudly ranked 4.2 out of 5 on Glassdoor for Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion.


• Proudly ranked 4.1 out of 5 overall on Indeed.

SLB is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law.

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