Rig Superintendent-Land Rigs

Linked4HR Human Resources Consultancies LLC; Al Salmy; On-site; KWD 46,000 - 71,000; Full time

Job summary

Linked4HR Human Resources Consultancies LLC is seeking a highly skilled Rig Superintendent for a residential position in Kuwait. The role focuses on 3,000 hp LAND rig operations with HTHP drilling expertise, overseeing safety, planning, and performance.

You will oversee drilling teams, ensure regulatory compliance, optimize procedures, and coordinate with cross-functional departments to meet project objectives and deliver reports on progress.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience as a Rig Superintendent in oil and gas.
• Experience with 3000 hp deep drilling on LAND rigs.
• Proficient in HTHP drilling techniques and procedures.
• Managed more than two rigs simultaneously.
• Familiar with Kuwait drilling regulations and standards.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Good problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Ability to work under pressure and multitask.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Must hold valid regulatory certifications and licenses.

Responsibilities

• Supervise drilling operations on the rig.
• Ensure compliance with safety, health, and environmental policies.
• Monitor drilling activities for efficiency.
• Coordinate with the team to plan drilling strategies.
• Enforce drilling procedures and best practices.
• Oversee maintenance and repair of equipment.
• Track progress and adjust to meet objectives.
• Analyze data and recommend optimizations.
• Supervise and train drilling personnel.
• Collaborate with other departments.
• Prepare reports on activity and plans.
• Stay updated with industry advances.

Skills

Rig Superintendent experience

High-pressure 3000 hp deep drilling

HTHP drilling techniques

Managed multiple rigs

Kuwait drilling regs

Leadership and team management

Problem-solving and decision-making

Under pressure multitasking

Effective communication

Certifications & licenses

Tools

Drilling software

Job description

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Rig Superintendent with expertise in 3000 horsepower (hp) deep drilling and High-Temperature High-Pressure (HTHP) LAND rigoperations. This is a residential position to be based in Kuwait

Responsibilities

1. Provide overall supervision and management of drilling operations on the rig.
2. Ensure compliance with all safety, health, and environmental regulations and policies.
3. Monitor and control drilling activities to ensure efficient and effective operations.
4. Coordinate with the drilling team to develop drilling plans and strategies.
5. Ensure that drilling procedures and best practices are followed.
6. Oversee the maintenance and repair of drilling equipment to ensure optimal performance.
7. Monitor drilling progress and make adjustments as necessary to meet project objectives.
8. Analyze drilling data and provide recommendations for improvements and optimization.
9. Supervise and train drilling personnel to maintain a high level of competency and safety awareness.
10. Collaborate with other departments and stakeholders to ensure smooth execution of drilling operations.
11. Prepare reports and presentations on drilling activities, performance, and future plans.
12. Stay updated with industry advancements, technologies, and best practices.

Requirements

1. Extensive experience as a Rig Superintendent in the oil and gas industry with the last 5years as a Rig Superintendent.
2. Strong knowledge and experience in 3000 hp deep drilling LAND rig operations.
3. Proficiency in High-Temperature High-Pressure (HTHP) drilling techniques and procedures.
4. Must have managed more than 2 rigs at a given time.
5. Familiarity with Kuwait's drilling regulations and industry standards.
6. Excellent leadership and team management skills.
7. Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
8. Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
9. Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
10. Proficient in using drilling software and technology.
11. Valid certifications and licenses as required by regulatory bodies.