Senior Tool Pusher

Ades Holding; Kuwait; On-site; KWD 22,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Ades Holding is seeking a seasoned Rig Operations Supervisor in Kuwait to lead drilling, moving and maintenance activities, ensuring safety, efficiency and client alignment. You will coordinate with the Rig Manager, review well programs, and supervise the execution of drilling plans in collaboration with department heads.

The role requires strong leadership, 8+ years in land drilling, and 3+ years as a Night Tool Pusher, with proficiency in MS Office and compliance with company procedures.

Qualifications

• High school or vocational/technical qualification required.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in land drilling and workover operations with recognised drilling contractors.
• Minimum 3 years as a Night Tool Pusher in land drilling operations.

Responsibilities

• Organize and supervise drilling, moving and maintenance departments according to procedures.
• Review client well programs with Rig Manager and ensure proper written instructions and JSA/PTW.
• Approve deviations in Synergi before operations start and coordinate with client representatives.
• Manage drilling program execution with rig heads via daily operation plans (IADC logs).
• Decide on equipment use and ensure rig and support equipment are maintained and fit for purpose.
• Ensure availability of rig supplies, parts, fuels, water, and other consumables for the program.
• Plan and supervise rig moves and related activities with safety and efficiency.
• Lead emergency response as command team and ensure staff training per Emergency Plan.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Communication

Situation awareness

Problem solving

Agility & pace

Education

High School or Vocational/Technical Qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Superior authority at rig location for the operational safety, efficiency, drilling integrity and client relations, implementation and upholding of safety to prevent injuries, preserve life, protect equipment while maintaining compliance with environmental requirements. Provide onboard leadership and direction for department leaders, for meeting the client drilling program requirements while considering company procedures and allocated rig budget.

Rig Operations:

• Organize and supervise the activities of drilling, moving and maintenance departments of the drilling unit to effectively carry out management and command functions in compliance with company procedures.
• Communicates with the Rig Manager in reviewing and discussing the client’s projected well program before operations commence and throughout the well as necessary to stay abreast of pertinent operational activities and time factors. Ensure well programs, schedules are well known to the drilling crew and adequate written instructions are given and that necessary rig procedures, including JSA and PTW are prepared on time and with good quality for the actual operations.
• Ensure that necessary Management of Change or Deviation is approved in Synergi prior to operation starts.
• Manage & review the execution of the drilling program in coordination with Client Representative and rig department heads through the daily operations plans (IADC logs).
• Make all decisions in conjunction with departments’ heads regarding utilization of equipment, making sure the rig and support equipment is properly maintained and fit for purpose.
• Ensure the availability of the optimum quantity of rig supplies, parts, materials, fuel, lubricants, potable water for the drilling program are onboard.
• Determines when to cease \\ resume operations, as per company procedures in cooperation with the Rig Manager.
• Plan, approve, and supervise rig activities such as equipment maintenance, preventive maintenance program, repairs, daily maintenance of drilling fluids, etc. Ensure all activities are coordinated with minimal loss of time or effort.
• Overseeing that space-out drawings are correct and are posted in the drillers cabin.
• Overseeing that post-jarring sheet are filled out and understood by night Tool pusher and driller.
• Plan all related rigs move activities, equipment, supplies, personnel in compliance with the Rig move Procedures.
• Assesses the current and new location, considering factors such as safety, lifting equipment availability at location, preparation for rig-up operations,
• Supervise the Rig move team during rigging down and rigging up activities to ensure they are followed efficiently and safely.

Management of Major Emergencies:

• Acts as the command team leader during emergency situations, through leading the Rig's emergency response teams as detailed on the Emergency Plan and Company Procedures.
• Ensure that all personnel are instructed in the procedures to be adopted in the case of an emergency.
• Ensure that Well Control and general safety drills are held and recorded in accordance with Company requirements.
• Ensure that housekeeping standards in all areas are in accordance with Company requirements.

Client Management:

• Act as the primary client contact at location regarding all service provision related matters.
• Communicate regularly with the client representative at location and ensure that each party’s priorities, plans, rig progress and operational problems are clearly communicated and understood to continually promote good relations with the client.
• Represents the Company professionally, upholding the confidentiality of the Company and client business both during and outside of work hours.
• Develops and maintains positive working relationships with other department heads, supervisors, operator's representatives, subcontractors, and all personnel on the rig.

Reporting and Documentation:

• Maintains proper logs and records, promptly submitting required reports as per company protocols and regulatory standards.
• Prepare accurate and timely reports, including daily drilling reports, equipment status reports, and incident reports to document drilling activities and operational performance.
• Review all operational/technical bulletins, communicate pertinent points to crew members and implement all directives as required.
• Assist management in initiating, monitoring, and recording all maintenance and repairs work in collaboration with maintenance department.

People Management & Development:

• Establishes and maintains good working relationships with the crew, clients, and third-party personnel, promoting effective collaboration between departments.
• Provide clear instructions to their team regarding their duties, responsibilities, and any necessary safety precautions prior to commencing work.
• Mentor, develop and train their team to ensure safe and effective operations.
• Identifies opportunities for skill and career advancement, works to support the professional growth of their team.
• Ensure their team receives the necessary required training in line with the training matrix to perform their duties safely and effectively through on-the-job training, classroom training, and participation in safety drills and exercises.
• Support, promote and actively participate in ADES's Competency Assurance Program for their team.
• Evaluates the performance of their team on constant and fair feedback basis, identify areas for improvement, drive the ADVANCE process to formalize a performance management culture.
• Oversees the catering staff, ensuring proper hygiene is practiced with respect to the quality, storage and preparation of food, cleanliness of the kitchen and accommodation, hospital upkeep and medical care, suitable drinking water including suitable laundry facilities to maintain clean linen and towels.

Job Requirements:

Education & Experience:

• Minimum educational level required: High School or Vocational/Technical Qualification.
• Minimum (8) years of working experience in Land drilling and workover operations with renowned drilling contractors with a career history showing time served as Driller, Tool pusher.
• Minimum previous experience of (3) years as a Night Tool pusher in a land drilling operation.
• PC literate in Microsoft Office.
• Business & Financial Acumen, Leadership, Situation Awareness, Communication, Team Management, Performance shaping factors- stress and fatigue, Problem Solving, Agility & Pace.

Certifications:

• Valid Well Control (Well Sharp / IADC) Certificate

Job Info

• Job Identification 3635
• Job Category Technical Management
• Posting Date 10/28/2026, 11:39 AM
• Job Schedule Full time