Field Specialist Senior — Downhole Tools & Interventions

Weatherford; Al Khobar; On-site; SAR 250,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Weatherford in Saudi Arabia seeks a Field Specialist III to independently execute and supervise field operations at the well site, focusing on advanced Wellbore Productivity and Downhole Tools including WBCO and cement cleanout. You will be the technical interface with clients, ensuring safety, quality, and equipment readiness.

The role requires 8+ years in oilfield operations, proficiency with downhole tools, and the ability to mentor junior staff.

Qualifications

• 8+ years oilfield experience, preferably in Wellbore Productivity, Downhole Tools, Completions, or Well Intervention.
• Experience with wellbore cleaning, PBL, WBCO, cement cleanout, and pre-completion applications.
• IWCF Supervisor Level and/or IADC WellCAP certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute field operations, including tool inspection, function checks, measurements, BHA preparation, job execution, and post-job reporting.
• Independently operate and run Wellbore Productivity and Downhole Tools in accordance with approved work instructions and operational procedures.
• Prepare and review BHA designs based on well conditions, job objectives, and client requirements.
• Execute and supervise wellbore cleaning and PBL operations, including preparation and deployment of WBCO assemblies.
• Run negative test packer assemblies combined with WBCO tools for cement cleanout applications and pre-completion operations.
• Perform liner top testing, packer setting, negative testing, cleanout, and related completion operations as required.
• Support cement drill-out, casing cleanout, tubing/casing pickling, circulation, and displacement operations.
• Conduct pre-job and post-job tool inspections and ensure all equipment is properly prepared, tested, and documented before deployment.
• Oversee field jobs at client locations, ensuring operational excellence, technical quality, and HSE compliance.
• Troubleshoot downhole tool and operational issues and provide appropriate technical solutions during field operations.
• Monitor job parameters and operational data and recommend technical solutions or improvements when required.
• Maintain accurate records of pipe tally, BHA/completion components, tool dimensions, critical fishing dimensions, and other job-critical information.
• Complete all job-related documentation accurately and within required timelines, including client tickets, job logs, utilization sheets, WPTS entries, job reports, and invoicing documentation.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior Field Specialists and field personnel.
• Maintain strong communication with clients, rig personnel, operations teams, and management throughout the job lifecycle.
• Provide 24-hour on-call support as required to meet customer and operational requirements.
• Ensure all equipment, facilities, and work areas are maintained in a safe, clean, and operational condition.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and identify opportunities to improve service quality, efficiency, and equipment reliability.

Skills

Wellbore Productivity

Downhole Tools

WBCO Tools

Negative Test Packer

Liner Top Testing

BHA Design

PBL Operations

Cement Cleanout

Pre-completion

Well Control

HSE Awareness

Field Supervision

Client-facing

Documentation

On-call Support

Education

Diploma/Bachelor in Mechanical or Petroleum Engineering

IWCF Supervisor Level

IADC WellCAP

Job description

Weatherford in Saudi Arabia seeks a Field Specialist III to independently execute and supervise field operations at the well site, focusing on advanced Wellbore Productivity and Downhole Tools including WBCO and cement cleanout. You will be the technical interface with clients, ensuring safety, quality, and equipment readiness.

The role requires 8+ years in oilfield operations, proficiency with downhole tools, and the ability to mentor junior staff.