Driller

Employment; Al-Shahaniya; On-site; QAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

The CNPC Bohai Drilling Engineering Co. - Ltd. seeks a Driller for on-site operations in Zone 86, Qatar. You will operate heavy drilling equipment, monitor parameters, and coordinate with the rig crew to execute drilling plans safely and efficiently.

Responsibilities include routine equipment inspections, maintaining records, and ensuring safety and environmental compliance. The role requires rotating shifts and field-based work in a challenging environment.

Qualifications

• Experience operating heavy drilling equipment safely.
• Strong practical experience in drilling operations and well control.
• Knowledge of directional drilling techniques and wellbore placement.
• Skills in inspection and equipment monitoring for reliable performance.
• Understanding of oil & gas field operations, safety regulations, and best practices.
• Relevant vocational training or technical certificate in drilling, petroleum engineering, or related field.
• Ability to work on-site in rotating shifts and varying weather conditions.
• Effective communication and collaboration with rig crew.

Responsibilities

• Operate drilling equipment and oversee daily drilling tasks.
• Monitor drilling parameters and ensure safe operations.
• Coordinate with rig crew to implement drilling plans.
• Conduct routine inspections of equipment and maintain records.
• Ensure compliance with safety and environmental standards.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Drilling operations

Well control

Directional drilling

Equipment inspection

Field safety

Education

Vocational training in drilling

Petroleum engineering certificate

Job description

Company Description CNPC Bohai Drilling Engineering Co. - Ltd. is a professional drilling and engineering services provider within the oil and gas industry. The company focuses on safe, efficient, and technically advanced drilling operations across diverse field environments. Team members work with modern equipment and established operational standards to support exploration and production activities. CNPC Bohai Drilling Engineering Co. - Ltd. offers opportunities for skill development, career growth, and participation in large-scale energy projects.

Role Description

The Driller is responsible for operating drilling equipment and overseeing daily drilling activities to ensure safe and efficient well operations. This full-time, on-site role is located in Zone 86 and involves monitoring drilling parameters, coordinating with the rig crew, and implementing drilling plans. Day-to-day tasks include operating heavy drilling machinery, supervising the execution of drilling procedures, conducting routine inspections of equipment, and maintaining clear communication with supervisors and technical specialists. The Driller ensures compliance with safety and environmental standards, supports troubleshooting of drilling issues, and keeps accurate records of operations and equipment usage.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to operate and work with heavy equipment and drilling machinery safely and efficiently.
• Strong practical experience in drilling operations, including well control and adherence to drilling programs.
• Knowledge of directional drilling techniques and ability to support precise wellbore placement.
• Skills in inspection and equipment monitoring to identify issues and ensure reliable performance.
• Understanding of oil & gas field operations, safety regulations, and industry best practices.
• Relevant vocational training or technical certificate in drilling, petroleum engineering, or a related field.
• Ability to work in an on-site, field-based environment with rotating shifts and varying weather conditions.
• Effective communication skills and the ability to collaborate with a diverse, multidisciplinary rig crew.
• Commitment to workplace safety, environmental protection, and adherence to company policies and procedures.