Lead Driller Onshore 12-Hour Shifts Well-Control

Offshorejobvacancy; Kuwait; On-site; KWD 13,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Offshorejobvacancy in Kuwait is seeking a Driller to supervise the drilling crew and operate drilling equipment safely to execute drilling and workover programs on onshore rigs.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of land drilling/workover experience, 3 years as an Assistant Driller, and valid Well Control certification (WellSharp/IADC) with ADES training compliance. Intermediate English, strong safety mindset, and ability to work 12-hour day/night shifts are required.

Qualifications

• Intermediate English communication skills required.
• Good mathematical and drilling-practice knowledge essential.
• Strong safety mindset and teamwork abilities required.

Responsibilities

• Supervise drilling operations and crew activities safely and efficiently.
• Operate and monitor drilling equipment and parameters.
• Maintain well control and respond to kicks and abnormal pressures.
• Ensure compliance with approved well plans and procedures.
• Maintain drilling reports, logs, and equipment records.
• Oversee BOP installation and pressure testing as needed.
• Monitor mud properties and volumes for operations.
• Coordinate maintenance, inspections, and repairs of equipment.
• Enforce waste-management and safety procedures on site.
• Support rig-up/rig-down and rig-move activities.
• Monitor third-party activities for safe practices.
• Communicate with Tool Pushers, client reps, and engineers.
• Train and mentor drilling crew members and trainees.

Skills

English proficiency

Mathematics & drilling knowledge

Safety mindset

Teamwork

Stamina for 12-hour shifts

Education

High School or Vocational/Technical qualification

Job description

Offshorejobvacancy in Kuwait is seeking a Driller to supervise the drilling crew and operate drilling equipment safely to execute drilling and workover programs on onshore rigs.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of land drilling/workover experience, 3 years as an Assistant Driller, and valid Well Control certification (WellSharp/IADC) with ADES training compliance. Intermediate English, strong safety mindset, and ability to work 12-hour day/night shifts are required.