Onshore Drilling Operations Planner

COSL AS; Sandnes; On-site; NOK 700,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation and benefits

Modern offices and canteen facilities

Collaborative environment

Job summary

COSL Drilling Europe is seeking an onshore Operation Planner in Stavanger to coordinate daily rig operations, plan and document activities, and manage equipment and consumables. The role emphasizes safety and efficient execution of planned operations with close collaboration with clients and internal teams.

You will lead DOP meetings, identify risks, and ensure timely reporting and communication. The job requires strong experience in drilling operations and fluency in Norwegian and English.

Qualifications

• Technical College Drilling & Well
• 5+ years experience in Drilling & Well Operation
• Strong competence on drilling operations, drilling equipment and rig management
• Experience collaborating with and supporting management and decision processes
• Excellent written and spoken Norwegian and English

Responsibilities

• Develop operational plans in line with COSL's and client procedures, including maintenance on critical path.
• Facilitate the planning part of operational meetings (DOP Meetings).
• Identify risks related to upcoming operations and mitigate with risk assessments.
• Daily follow-up of rig operations and monitor delivery against plans and performance results.
• Present updated operational results in client and crew meetings, ensuring clear communication with client and 3rd parties.
• Ensure required consumables and equipment are available onboard in time.
• Keep logs and follow up rental equipment and back-load from rig to vendor.
• Conduct After Action Reviews and capture Lessons Learned in COSL's system; update operating procedures as needed.
• Contribute to continuous improvement on the rig and ensure proper reporting and paperwork.

Skills

Norwegian language

English language

Education

Technical College Drilling & Well

Tools

Microsoft SharePoint

Job description

COSL Drilling Europe is seeking an onshore Operation Planner in Stavanger to coordinate daily rig operations, plan and document activities, and manage equipment and consumables. The role emphasizes safety and efficient execution of planned operations with close collaboration with clients and internal teams.

You will lead DOP meetings, identify risks, and ensure timely reporting and communication. The job requires strong experience in drilling operations and fluency in Norwegian and English.