Night Tool Pusher

ADES Holding Company; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

ADES Holding Company seeks a seasoned night-shift drilling supervisor to oversee all drilling activities, ensuring safety and efficiency on offshore rigs. You will coordinate with the OIM and client representatives, plan operations, and manage crews to meet well objectives while maintaining strict safety standards.

The role requires extensive offshore drilling experience, strong leadership, and proficiency in drilling practices, English communication, and MS Office documentation.

Qualifications

• Minimum education: High School or Vocational/Technical Qualification.
• 15+ years in drilling/workover operations on offshore rigs.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and control drilling operation activities during the night shift to ensure successful completion of wells.
• Plan and schedule drilling activities, direct personnel, and ensure adherence to client plans and safety requirements.
• Maintain well control readiness, monitor equipment, and coordinate with OIM and client representatives.

Skills

English language

MS Office

Drilling practices

Drilling fluids

Situation awareness

Communication

Teamwork

Stress and fatigue management

Inspection

Education

High School or Vocational Technical Qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Supervise and control the entire drilling operation activities during the night shift ensuring the successful completion of the well and drilling activities while liaising closely with OIM or deputize for the OIM as & when required At all times considering the safety of personnel the environment and equipment to maximize drilling operation efficiency

Roles & Responsibilities

Ensures the safety of personnel equipment and the efficiency of operations on the drill floor and other drilling operation associated areas Plans and schedules all drilling and associated activity Directs personnel towards achieving optimum job performance according to the client s requirements Ensures any deviation from client well plan Game Plan is approved by OIM and that Client representative has documented in written form Consult with the OIM and Client s Representative regarding the progress of the Drilling program and associated operations keeping the driller informed about the ongoing drilling program objectives and communicating any changes in plans Relieve the Driller at the Driller s console as operational requirement demands Ensures that all necessary equipment is ready for the next phase of the Drilling Workover program Assists & supervises drilling crew at the worksite at all relevant times ensuring circulating time is sufficient and the well is stable on trips when the BHA is being worked and whenever there is a hole problem Operates the drilling unit with strict adherence to company Drilling & Well Control manuals by reviewing and approving all drilling related work permits

Well Control

Ensure that well control requirements are in place according to operational requirements - assist in supervising well killing operations in any well control situation Plans & monitors comprehensive well control parameters to proactively identify any signs of well control issues for early detection and swift response Maintains and regularly tests well control equipment in accordance with Company s and Client s requirement ensuring its readiness and effectiveness in critical situations Perform all well control calculations i.e mud weight increase initial and final circulating pressures number of strokes etc

Management of Major Emergencies

To be part of the Rig s Emergency Response Team as detailed in the Emergency Plan and Company Procedures Ensure that all personnel are instructed in the procedures to be adopted in the case of an emergency Ensure that Well Control and general safety drills are held and recorded in accordance with Company requirements

Materials Equipment

Assist the OIM in ensuring the installation has sufficient stock of parts and materials to perform drilling and associated operations as per contractual requirements Ensure planned maintenance and repair of drilling equipment including drawworks mud pumps top drive rotary table and BOP are completed and documented to ensure optimum condition and proper availability of required tools

Rig Move

Carries out related duties to prepare the rig for towing ensure the cantilever rig floor and drilling equipment are correctly secured by the drilling crew prior to the rig move

Client Management

Promote and maintain an effective working relationship with other departments third party personnel and client representatives Responds to client requests and needs concerning materials equipment and personnel after getting adequate management approval

Reporting and Documentation

Maintains proper logs and records promptly submitting required reports as per company protocols and regulatory standards Prepare accurate and timely reports including daily drilling reports equipment status reports and incident reports to document drilling activities and operational performance

People Management & Development

Provide clear instructions to their team regarding their duties responsibilities and any necessary safety precautions prior to commencing work Mentor develop and train their team to ensure safe and effective operations Identifies opportunities for skill and career advancement works to support the professional growth of their team members Ensure their team receives the necessary required training to perform their duties safely and effectively through on-the-job training classroom training and participation in safety drills and exercises Support promote and actively participate in ADES s Competency Assurance Program for their team Evaluates the performance of their team on constant and fair feedback basis identify areas for improvement drive ADVANCE process to formalize a performance management culture

Job Requirements

Education & Experience

Minimum education level required High School or Vocational Technical Qualification Minimum 15 years of working experience in drilling and workover operations with reputable drilling contractors with a career history showing time served as an Assistant Driller Driller and Tool Pusher Minimum two 2 years in tool pusher position Must have working experience on Offshore rigs

Skills Competencies Required

Intermediate level in English language written & spoken PC literate in Microsoft Office Advanced Mathematical skills adding subtracting dividing multiplying drilling practice drilling fluids Situation Awareness Communication Teamwork Performance shaping factors stress and fatigue inspecting work

Physical Requirements

Regularly climbing stairs ladders Regularly bending twisting and standing Ability to work outdoors under all extreme weather conditions Noise Humidity Cold Heat Ability to work up to 12 hours day during his shift

Certifications

As per ADES Training Matrix Valid Well Control Well Sharp IADC Certificate Minimum education level required: High School or Vocational/Technical Qualification.Minimum (15) years of working experience in drilling and workover operations with reputable drilling contractors with a career history showing time served as an Assistant Driller, Driller and Tool Pusher.Minimum two (2) years in tool pusher position.Must have working experience on Offshore rigs.Intermediate level in English language (written & spoken).PC literate in Microsoft Office.Advanced Mathematical skills adding, subtracting, dividing, multiplying , drilling practice, drilling fluids.Situation Awareness, Communication, Teamwork, Performance shaping factors stress and fatigue, inspecting work.Regularly climbing (stairs, ladders).Regularly bending, twisting, and standing.Ability to work outdoors under all extreme weather conditions (Noise / Humidity / Cold / Heat).Ability to work up to 12 hours/day during his shift.As per ADES Training Matrix.Valid Well Control (Well Sharp / IADC) Certificate