Rig Mechanic

Eslbar, Inc.; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Eslbar, Inc. in Saudi Arabia seeks a skilled Rig Mechanic Equipment Operator for drilling amp workover operations. You will operate and maintain diesel/electric rig components, with emphasis on Top Drive systems, and supervise crew on remote field sites.

Fluent English is required; Arabic is a plus. Willingness to live in isolated drilling camps and hold a valid Saudi or international driving license is essential. This on-site role offers challenging, hands-on work in a harsh environment.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years operating and maintaining diesel/electric rig components (Top Drive preferred).
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical blueprints, spare parts catalogs and manuals.
• Fluent English; Arabic is a plus.
• Willing to live and work in isolated drilling camps; valid Saudi or international driving license.

Responsibilities

• Operate, service and maintain diesel-electric rig components with focus on Top Drive systems.
• Minimize rig downtime by applying drilling operations knowledge to decisions.
• Support and supervise crew on the rig floor to ensure safe, efficient work.
• Read, interpret and apply equipment manuals and parts catalogs.
• Coordinate cross-craft support including welding, piping, crane operations as needed

Skills

Rig operation

Mechanical maintenance

Crew leadership

Blueprints & manuals

Top Drive knowledge

Tools

Top Drive

Diesel/electric rig components

Job description

Rig Mechanic Equipment Operator Drilling amp Workover

This position is responsible for operating and maintaining critical diesel and electric rig components to ensure continuous uninterrupted drilling operations. Based on-site in Saudi Arabia the role requires a highly adaptable technician capable of diagnosing mechanical equipment, reading technical blueprints and leading a crew under remote field conditions.

Core Responsibilities

• Equipment Maintenance: Operate, service and maintain diesel electric rig components and related equipment with a heavy focus on the Top Drive system.
• Operational Continuity: Apply a working knowledge of drilling operations to make informed recommendations and decisions that minimize rig downtime.
• Cross-Craft Support: Utilise a working knowledge of secondary crafts including welding, pipefitting, crane operations, plumbing and carpentry to support overall rig maintenance.
• Technical Interpretation: Read, interpret and apply mechanical blueprints, equipment spare parts lists and manufacturer service manuals.
• Crew Leadership: Supervise, motivate, train and coordinate subordinates on the rig floor to ensure safe and efficient work practices.

Role Requirements & Qualifications

• Experience & Technical Skills:
  • Rig Experience: Minimum of two (2) years of direct experience in operating and maintaining diesel/electric rig components and related equipment (including Top Drive).
  • Industry Knowledge: Deeply familiar with standard oilfield terminology and general drilling operations.
  • Blueprints & Manuals: Proven capability to read and understand mechanical blueprints, equipment spare parts catalogs, and service manuals.
• Communication & Language:
  • English: Must be fluent in spoken and written English.
  • Arabic: Colloquial Arabic is desirable but not required.
• Licenses & Logistics:
  • Living Conditions: Must be fully willing to work and live in isolated locations under drilling camp conditions.
  • Driving License: Must possess a valid Saudi driving license OR a Saudi Arab government-acceptable international driving license.