Drilling Supervisor (Onshore)

Kintec Global Recruitment; Doha; On-site; QAR 655,000 - 874,000; Part time

Job summary

Kintec Global Recruitment is seeking an experienced Onshore Drilling Supervisor to oversee all rig operations in Dukhan, Qatar. The role emphasizes safety, well integrity, and leadership in a high-pressure onshore environment.

Rotation is 28/28 with a 6-month contract. The successful candidate will coordinate with contractors, manage resources, and mentor local staff while ensuring compliance with HSE standards.

Qualifications

• BSc in an Engineering discipline with Petroleum Engineering preferred.
• IWCF Supervisor Level certification.
• Minimum 15 years in drilling, including 8 years onshore.
• At least 5 years with a major oil company in a similar role.
• Strong process safety knowledge in drilling.
• Experience with high deviated and horizontal wells.
• Excellent English communication and leadership.
• Ability to coach local staff.

Responsibilities

• Act as the onshore drilling/workover rig representative for all rig operations.
• Ensure operations are safe, with no injuries or damage to rig, well or environment.
• Maintain safety and well integrity per manuals and HSE requirements.
• Plan activities, allocate resources, and meet well objectives on time and within budget.
• Provide clear written instructions to the Drilling Contractor Toolpusher, Service Personnel, and Night Supervisor before operations.

Skills

Leadership

People management

HSE awareness

English communication

Safety management

Team coaching

Cultural sensitivity

Decision making

Education

BSc in Engineering (Petroleum preferred)

IWCF Supervisor Level

Job description

Drilling Supervisor (Onshore)

Location: Dukhan, Qatar
Contract Type: 6 months
Rotation: 28/28 (28 days on, 28 days off)
Work Schedule: Rig-based, on call 24 hours per day during rotation

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the onshore drilling/workover rig representative, responsible for all operations on the rig.
• Ensure operations are performed safely, without injury to personnel or damage to the rig, well, or environment.
• Maintain safety and well integrity at all times, ensuring compliance with drilling reference manuals and corporate HSE requirements.
• Plan and prioritize activities, allocate resources, and ensure well objectives are achieved on time and within budget.
• Provide clear written instructions to the Drilling Contractor Toolpusher, Service Personnel, and Night Supervisor prior to specific operations.

Requirements

• BSc. in an Engineering discipline or equivalent (Petroleum Engineering preferred).
• IWCF Certified at Supervisor Level.
• Minimum 15 years' experience in drilling operations, including at least 8 years as an Onshore Drilling Supervisor.
• At least 5 years' experience with a major international or national oil company in a similar position.
• Strong knowledge of process safety related to drilling operations and a proactive approach to managing HSE.
• Experience in drilling high deviated and horizontal wells.
• Experience in workover operations, fishing, recovering old completions, cement squeeze, and section milling.
• Strong leadership and people management skills, with good awareness of cultural sensitivities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Demonstrated commitment and passion for managing HSE.
• High energy and enthusiasm for delivering outstanding performance.
• Ability to make correct operational decisions based on systematic analysis and attention to detail.
• Ability to coach and support the development of local national staff.

Preferred Experience and Expertise

• Knowledge and experience with high H2S operations.
• Experience with simultaneous production operations (SIMOPS).
• Familiarity with intervention programs for safety.
• Experience using open wells reporting systems.