Drilling Supervisor

Elsa Talent Solutions Sdn. Bhd.; Muscat; On-site; OMR 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Elsa Talent Solutions Sdn. Bhd. is seeking a Drilling Supervisor to lead offshore drilling operations on a deepwater wellsite. You will supervise contractors, ensure compliance with HSSE standards, and optimize performance to minimize NPT.

The role requires 5+ years in senior drilling supervision, OPITO BOSIET, IWCF Level 4, and strong well construction knowledge. Multicultural offshore teamwork and effective reporting are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Petroleum or Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• Minimum 5 years as Senior Drilling Supervisor in deepwater offshore operations.
• Valid OPITO BOSIET and IWCF Level 4 certifications.
• Strong knowledge of well construction, drilling operations, well control, and offshore HSE management systems.
• Familiarity with drilling reporting systems (Landmark) and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Good communication, leadership, and stakeholder management in multicultural offshore environments.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate daily drilling operations at the wellsite.
• Provide on-site leadership and oversight of drilling contractors and third parties.
• Ensure HSSE policy compliance and promote safety culture.
• Monitor operations, identify issues, and implement corrective actions.
• Coordinate mobilization of personnel, materials, and services.
• Verify availability and maintenance of drilling equipment and backup gear.
• Prepare material requisitions, loadout plans, and inventory records.
• Review daily drilling reports and other wellsite documentation.
• Monitor wellsite costs and identify efficiency improvements.
• Participate in incident investigations and corrective actions.
• Lead pre-tour meetings, toolbox talks, and HSE meetings.
• Report progress, risks, and performance to Drilling Superintendent.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder management

Cost control

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Petroleum Engineering

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Landmark

Microsoft Office

Job description

Position : Drilling Supervisor

Industry : Oil & Gas

Location : Offshore

Job Description

• Supervise and coordinate daily drilling operations at the wellsite, ensuring all activities are carried out safely, efficiently, and in accordance with approved drilling programs, company standards, and industry best practices.
• Provide on-site leadership and oversight of drilling contractors, service companies, and third-party personnel to ensure compliance with operational, technical, and HSE requirements.
• Ensure full compliance with Health, Safety, Security, and Environmental (HSSE) policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements while promoting a strong safety culture.
• Monitor drilling operations, identify operational issues, and implement corrective actions to optimize performance, minimize non-productive time (NPT), and achieve drilling objectives.
• Coordinate the timely mobilization of personnel, materials, equipment, and services to support uninterrupted drilling activities.
• Verify the availability, readiness, and maintenance of drilling equipment, tools, and backup equipment required for safe and efficient operations.
• Prepare and review material requisitions, loadout plans, inventory records, and end-of-well material reconciliation.
• Review and approve operational documentation, including daily drilling reports, service tickets, casing and cementing reports, BHA records, and other wellsite documentation to ensure accurate reporting.
• Monitor wellsite costs, maintain expenditure records, and identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency and reduce costs.
• Participate in incident investigations, equipment failure analyses, and the implementation of corrective and preventive actions.
• Lead pre-tour meetings, toolbox talks, and HSE meetings while providing technical guidance and supervision to drilling personnel and wellsite teams.
• Report operational progress, risks, and performance to the Drilling Superintendent or relevant management.

Qualification/Skills

• Bachelor's Degree in Petroleum Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline, or an equivalent combination of relevant industry experience.
• Minimum 5 years of experience as a Senior Drilling Supervisor in deepwater offshore drilling operations.
• Valid OPITO BOSIET and IWCF Level 4 certifications.
• Strong knowledge of well construction, drilling operations, well control, and offshore HSE management systems.
• Familiarity with drilling reporting systems (e.g., Landmark) and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Good communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to work effectively in a multicultural offshore environment.

Note: Only those applicants who meet the above criteria will be contacted as part of shortlisting process