Drilling Superintendent

Elsa Talent Solutions Sdn. Bhd.; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

Elsa Talent Solutions Sdn. Bhd. seeks an experienced Drilling Superintendent to lead planning, coordination, and execution of offshore drilling operations with Oman as a focus.

The role requires senior technical leadership, operational excellence, and broad oversight from planning through execution. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's in Petroleum/Mechanical Engineering, 10+ years in drilling supervision, 5+ years in deepwater, IWCF Level 4, and excellent English.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering field is required.
• Minimum 10 years' experience as a Drilling Superintendent.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in deepwater drilling operations.
• IWCF Level 4 certification is required.
• Excellent leadership, planning, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficient in English communication.

Responsibilities

• Lead drilling operations for safe, efficient project execution.
• Review drilling programs, well plans, and procedures.
• Coordinate with contractors, service providers, and project teams.
• Monitor performance and address drilling challenges.
• Ensure compliance with HSE standards and regulations.
• Manage resources, equipment, and schedules.
• Support incident investigations and continuous improvement.
• Mentor drilling engineers throughout project execution.

Skills

Leadership

Planning

IWCF Level 4

Deepwater drilling

English fluency

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Petroleum/Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Location: Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Project Assignment: Supporting Onshore & Offshore Drilling Operations in Oman

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Drilling Superintendent to lead the planning, coordination, and execution of drilling operations for an international upstream oil & gas project. The successful candidate will provide technical leadership, ensure operational excellence, and oversee drilling activities from planning through execution while supporting operations in Oman.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead drilling operations to ensure safe, efficient, and cost-effective project execution.
• Review drilling programs, operational procedures, and well plans.
• Coordinate drilling activities with contractors, service providers, and project teams.
• Monitor operational performance and resolve drilling-related challenges.
• Ensure compliance with HSE standards, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices.
• Manage drilling resources, equipment, materials, and operational schedules.
• Support incident investigations and implement continuous improvement initiatives.
• Mentor drilling engineers and provide technical guidance throughout project execution.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Petroleum Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 10 years' experience as a Drilling Superintendent.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in deepwater drilling operations.
• Valid IWCF Level 4 certification.
• Strong leadership, planning, and stakeholder management skills.
• Excellent English communication skills.
• Willing to travel and support operations in Oman.