Senior Well Testing Operator Jobs in Saudi Arabia – Eastern Province

Uasmart; Eastern Province; On-site; SAR 201,000 - 357,000; Full time

Job summary

Uasmart is seeking a Senior Well Testing Operator in the Eastern Province of Saudi Arabia to operate and monitor well testing equipment, record data, and ensure compliance with safety procedures.

The role requires advanced hands-on experience with separators, choke manifolds, flow control gear, and pressure testing, as well as knowledge of H2S hazards and high-pressure safety practices. You will prepare reports and mentor junior operators in a demanding field environment.

Qualifications

• Advanced operational experience in oil and gas well testing operations.
• Knowledge of well testing equipment including separators, choke manifolds, and flow control equipment.
• Familiarity with pressure testing procedures and monitoring flow rates, pressure, and temperature.
• Ability to prepare, inspect, operate, and shut down equipment in accordance with approved procedures.
• Knowledge of high-pressure equipment safety and H2S hazards.
• Ability to identify equipment and operational failures and coordinate corrective actions.
• Experience preparing well test reports and documenting operational data.
• Ability to guide junior operators and reinforce safety and quality procedures.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor equipment used in oil and gas well testing operations.
• Inspect and prepare separators, choke manifolds, and flow control equipment.
• Perform pressure testing in accordance with approved operating procedures.
• Monitor flow rates, pressure readings, and temperature measurements.
• Carry out equipment preparation, inspection, operation, and shutdown activities safely.
• Follow procedures for handling high-pressure equipment and managing H2S hazards.
• Identify operational faults and coordinate corrective action with the technical team.
• Maintain accurate operational data and prepare well testing reports.
• Monitor equipment performance and report abnormalities.
• Guide less experienced operators and support adherence to safety and quality procedures.
• Follow approved operating procedures and applicable HSE requirements.
• Maintain clear documentation of testing activities and operational results.

Skills

Oil & gas operations

Safety procedures

Pressure testing

Data recording

Equipment inspection

Team mentoring

Tools

Separators

Choke manifolds

Flow control equipment

Job description

Location: Eastern Province, Saudi Arabia

Job Category: Energy, Oil & Gas; Engineering & Technical

Job Overview

Career opportunities are available for experienced Senior Well Testing Operators to support upcoming oil and gas well testing projects in Saudi Arabia’s Eastern Province. The role involves operating and monitoring well testing equipment, recording operational data, performing equipment inspections, and ensuring that well testing activities follow approved operating and safety procedures.

The successful candidate will have advanced operational experience in oil and gas well testing, including familiarity with separators, choke manifolds, flow control equipment, and pressure testing procedures. Knowledge of pressure, temperature, and flow-rate monitoring, as well as the hazards associated with high-pressure equipment and hydrogen sulfide (H₂S), is important for safe and reliable field operations.

This position also involves preparing well test reports, identifying operational problems, and supporting less experienced operators. It offers opportunities to develop technical expertise in well testing operations, equipment reliability, operational reporting, and field safety.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor equipment used in oil and gas well testing operations.
• Inspect and prepare separators, choke manifolds, and flow control equipment.
• Perform pressure testing in accordance with approved operating procedures.
• Monitor flow rates, pressure readings, and temperature measurements.
• Carry out equipment preparation, inspection, operation, and shutdown activities safely.
• Follow procedures for handling high-pressure equipment and managing H₂S-related hazards.
• Identify operational faults and coordinate corrective action with the technical team.
• Maintain accurate operational data and prepare well testing reports.
• Monitor equipment performance and report abnormalities.
• Guide less experienced operators and support adherence to safety and quality procedures.
• Follow approved operating procedures and applicable HSE requirements.
• Maintain clear documentation of testing activities and operational results.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Advanced operational experience in oil and gas well testing operations.
• Knowledge of well testing equipment, including separators, choke manifolds, and flow control equipment.
• Familiarity with pressure testing procedures and monitoring flow rates, pressure, and temperature.
• Ability to prepare, inspect, operate, and shut down equipment in accordance with approved procedures.
• Knowledge of high-pressure equipment safety and H₂S hazards.
• Ability to identify equipment and operational failures and coordinate corrective actions.
• Experience preparing well test reports and documenting operational data.
• Ability to guide junior operators and reinforce safety and quality procedures.
• Strong technical observation, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Salary, Benefits & Career Growth

The salary package and employment benefits have not been specified in the original job description. Candidates should confirm compensation, allowances, accommodation, transportation, and other employment terms with the recruiter.

This role offers opportunities to develop advanced skills in well testing, pressure monitoring, equipment operation, troubleshooting, and field safety. Relevant experience can support career progression into Lead Well Test Operator, Well Testing Supervisor, or other senior field operations positions.