Rig Manager

Precision Drilling; Dammam; On-site; SAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading drilling company is seeking experienced Rig Managers to oversee operations in Dammam, Saudi Arabia. The position requires a minimum of 10 years in the drilling industry and proficiency in English. Candidates will manage rig crew activities, coordinate moves, and ensure safety compliance. This role offers competitive salary, benefits, and a 35/35 work rotation. Apply by submitting your resume and registration will be required.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Industry leading training

Medical, health and dental plans

Flights and immigration support

Qualifications

• Minimum of ten years in drilling industry experience of Oil & Gas well drilling.
• At least two years in present position.
• Proficient with computer hardware.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily activities of the rig crew as per client goals.
• Coordinate rig moves with client and transportation personnel.
• Conduct pre-tour meetings with rig crews.

Skills

Fluent spoken and written English

Excellent safety leadership

Effective communication

Strong customer relationship building

Education

Accredited Engineering degree or diploma

Tools

Microsoft Suite

Job description

Grey Wolf Drilling International Ltd., a wholly owned subsidiary of Precision Drilling, is recruiting qualified and experienced Rig Managers to assist and lead our Saudi operations.

Responsibilities include:

• Manage and direct the daily activities of the rig crew in accordance with the client goals within company expectations;
• Coordinate rig moves with client and transportation personnel;
• Conduct pre-tour meetings with rig crews;
• Ensure that the permit to work system and other HSE management tools are used correctly;
• Develop and maintain good working relationships with operator's representatives, subcontractors and other personnel on the rig; and,
• Participate in preventative and regulatory safety inspections and meetings.

The successful applicant will possess the following qualifications :

• Accredited Engineering degree / diploma is preferred but not required;
• Must have a minimum of ten (10) Years of Drilling Industry experience of Oil & Gas well drilling;
• Must have a minimum of two (2) Years experience in present position;
• Must be proficient with computer hardware, and the software Microsoft Suite;
• Must be fluent written and spoken English;
• Able to demonstrate excellent safety leadership;
• Able to communicate effectively at all levels;
• Has experience assisting in effective management of personnel and operations;
• Able to impact and influence people; and,
• Able to build customer relationships.

As an employee of Grey Wolf International you can expect a competitive salary, industry leading training, immediate eligibility for you and your dependents to enroll in our medical, health and dental plans and a 35 / 35 work rotation with paid time off. Flights and immigration support are provided.

Process for Applying :

Please submit your resume including your employment history, education, industry specific training as well as any skills and attributes that you think are applicable to this position. Please note, you will be requested to register in order to apply for this position. This registration process is free and takes approximately 5 minutes.