Drilling Site Supervisor

The Highfield Company; Muscat; On-site; OMR 10,000 - 15,000; Full time

Job summary

A major player in the Oil & Gas sector is seeking a seasoned Drilling Supervisor for on-site work in Oman. This role encompasses ensuring HSE compliance, managing drilling operations, and coordinating logistics with a competitive daily rate and additional benefits offered.

Benefits

Competitive day rate

Accommodation on-site

Flights

Additional benefits

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of experience in drilling operations, 5+ years as DSV.
• Understanding of fluid dynamics and Well Control Certificate.
• Excellent written and spoken English.

Responsibilities

• Ensure full implementation of HSE plan and compliance checks.
• Manage contractor activities and supervise operations.
• Plan with contractors to complete drilling on time and within budget.

Skills

Compliance Checks

Safety Management

Project Management

Leadership

Communication

Education

Degree in Engineering or relevant discipline

Tools

Excel

Word

Open Well

DIMS

Job description

Drilling Site Supervisor (28/28 Rotation)

We are currently working with a growing Oil & Gas Operator conducting production and exploration operations in the Middle East. Due to their continuous growth, they are seeking an experienced Drilling Supervisor to be based on-site with a 28/28 rotation in Oman.

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Ensure full implementation of the annual HSE plan, including compliance checks during rig and hoist inspections. Ensure contractors comply with HSEMS as per contract. Participate in HSE audits and incident investigations.
• Ensure safety, environmental, and health policies and regulations are adhered to on the drilling/workover site.
• Manage contractor activities at the site, perform supervisory functions, and exercise financial authority as delegated by senior management.
• Review the drilling/workover plan in detail, discuss with engineers, verify aspects of the plan, recommend technical changes, and prepare for site start-up.
• Review field drilling data, liaise with contractors, and issue work directions to ensure smooth operations.
• Plan with contractors to complete the drilling/workover program on time, within budget, and safely. Ensure logistics are well coordinated.

Experience and Qualifications:

• Degree in Engineering or relevant discipline.
• Understanding of fluid dynamics.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in drilling and workover operations, with at least 5 years as a DSV in horizontal drilling.
• Proficient in Excel, Word, and familiar with Open Well and/or DIMS programs.
• Excellent written and spoken English.
• Well Control Certificate.

Our client offers a competitive day rate, accommodation on-site, flights, and other benefits.

Interested candidates are encouraged to send their CVs to the provided contact.