Field Superintendent

Precision Drilling; Dammam; On-site; SAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading drilling company is seeking a Field Superintendent in Dammam, Saudi Arabia, to oversee and manage drilling operations. The role requires a minimum of 10 years of experience in the land drilling field, including 4 years in a supervisory position. The successful candidate will ensure safety standards, coordinate drilling activities, manage operations, and develop well-site staff. This position offers an excellent opportunity to influence drilling success in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in land drilling.
• At least 4 years in a supervisory role at the rig side.
• Experience working in the Middle East is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage drilling operations and Rig Managers.
• Coordinate land-based drilling operations according to policies.
• Set safety standards in collaboration with HSE department.
• Evaluate rig site operations and provide proactive feedback.
• Manage capital and operational budgets effectively.
• Train and mentor Field Superintendents and Rig Managers.

Skills

Safety leadership

Communication

Data analysis

Project management

Proactive planning

Commercial acumen

Job description

The Field Superintendent oversees and manages drilling operations and Rig Managers.

Responsibilities include :

• Coordinating and overseeing land-based drilling operations, in accordance with company, operator, and regulatory bodies' policies and procedures;
• Setting the standard of safety excellence by working with the Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) department to ensure Grey Wolf is a leader in safety;
• Working with the operator's representatives in areas of well planning, operations, personnel, etc
• Making regular visits to rig sites to evaluate and provide proactive feedback to the Rig;
• Making field trips to monitor operations and study specific problems and where appropriate, take corrective action;
• Overseeing well-site staff to evaluate performance and training requirements, as well as select and develop key personnel for future advancement;
• Managing capital and operating expenditures, ensuring the company's financial performance meets agreed budget and profitability targets. Meet on a monthly basis to review financial performance with Rig Managers;
• Managing operations to ensure equipment is maintained to current company and host location standards;
• Assisting with the administration of current contracts in the areas of reimbursable charges, labor increases, and operational summaries to effect timely invoicing in these areas;
• Assisting with evaluation and preparation of future bids;
• Securing and developing a skilled team of top Rig Managers and identify potential candidates for promotion to ensure orderly growth and progression;
• Monitoring and reviewing drilling practices and recommending techniques and procedures that minimize risk and maximize profitability;
• Training, developing and mentoring other Field Superintendents;
• Ensure billing is accurate and to contract;
• Adherence to corporate policies for purchase orders, work orders and other financial SOX duties;

Experience / Competence :

• Min 10 years relevant experience in land drilling field with a minimum 4 years on a supervisory role at the rig side. Project management capability preferred.
• Demonstrate excellent safety leadership.
• Understand need to plan ahead and utilize proactive activities.
• Commercially driven.
• Ability to communicate effectively at all levels assist in effective management of personnel and operations.
• Ability to analyze and interpret data.
• Ability to work in a multi-faceted continually changing organization.
• Experience working in the Middle East is preferred.