Tool Pusher

Blue Hat HR Services; Al Khobar; On-site; SAR 187,000 - 257,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Food and accommodation

Employment visa

Medical insurance

Rotation 8/4 or 4/4

Air ticket leave

Job summary

Blue Hat HR Services in Saudi Arabia seeks an experienced Toolpusher with a strong background in drilling and onshore jackup rigs (750 HP). You will supervise day‑to‑day rig operations and crew performance, ensuring safe and efficient execution of drilling and workover activities.

The ideal candidate has 12+ years in drilling/workover, IWCF or WellSharp certification, BOP, First Aid, CPR, H2S, and fluent English, with Saudi Aramco project experience as a plus.

Qualifications

• Minimum 12 years in drilling/workover operations.
• Previous Toolpusher experience required.

Responsibilities

• Supervise rig crews and coordinate operational activities across rig departments.
• Ensure equipment readiness, preventive maintenance, and adherence to procedures.
• Monitor operational progress, downtime, and NPT.
• Enforce HSE requirements, permit-to-work procedures, toolbox talks, and risk assessments.
• Coordinate with the Rig Manager, client representatives, and service companies.
• Maintain operational reports and equipment records.
• Identify operational issues and implement corrective actions.

Skills

Rig supervision

Onshore drilling

English fluency

Crew leadership

Well-control ops

Education

High School diploma

IWCF/WellSharp

BOP certification

First Aid

CPR certification

H2S certification

Saudi Aramco experience

Job description

Are you an experienced Toolpusher with a strong background in the drilling industry and experience in onshore truck-mounted jackup rigs with 750 HP? Then you are the one we are looking for.

Our client is a leading Saudi-based Aramco contractor executing drilling and workover projects across Saudi Arabia. The Toolpusher will supervise day-to-day rig operations and crew performance, ensuring safe and efficient execution of drilling and workover activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise rig crews and coordinate operational activities across rig departments.
• Ensure equipment readiness, preventive maintenance, and compliance with operating procedures.
• Monitor operational progress, efficiency, downtime, and NPT.
• Enforce HSE requirements, permit-to-work procedures, toolbox talks, and risk assessments.
• Coordinate with the Rig Manager, client representatives, and service companies.
• Maintain operational reports, equipment records, and documentation.
• Identify operational issues and implement or elevate corrective actions.

Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum 12 years of experience in drilling and workover operations or a demonstrated progression of relevant assignments or a prior experience in Saudi Aramco projects as Toolpusher.
• Previous Toolpusher experience in drilling/workover operations, a must.
• Experience with onshore truck-mounted jack rigs, preferably 750 HP is required.
• Those who have studied in Europe or South America shall be given priority.
• Both onshore and offshore experience mandatory.
• Strong knowledge of rig equipment, crew supervision, and well-control operations.
• Saudi Aramco experience is an advantage.

• Educational and Certification Requirements
• Minimum High School qualification.
• Valid IWCF or IADC WellSharp certification appropriate to the role.
• BOP certification required.
• First Aid certification.
• CPR certification.
• H₂S certification.
• Fluent in English, both spoken and written.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: SAR 16,800 – 23,000/month.
• Rig site bonus of SAR 150/day.
• Food and accommodation provided at rig site.
• Employment visa and medical insurance.
• Rotation: 8 Weeks On / 4 Weeks Off OR 4 Weeks On / 4 Weeks Off
• Leave as per rotation with air ticket.
• Career growth and professional development.
• Exposure to major drilling projects.
• Collaborative working environment.