Assistant Driller

Valaris Limited; Houston, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Valaris Limited is seeking an Assistant Driller to support planning and execution of drilling operations. You will ensure drill crews are assigned, keep the team informed of plan changes, and verify maintenance on drilling, hoisting and mud equipment in a safe, efficient manner.

You will mentor crew members, follow the well program, maintain records and logs, and uphold Valaris' safety standards on the rig. Loyal teamwork and attention to detail are essential.

Qualifications

• Three years offshore experience.
• Demonstrated leadership and organizational skills.
• Completion of all offshore training and certification requirements.
• Knowledge of technical calculations required for safe operation of the drilling unit.

Responsibilities

• Follows standard instructions and communicates with the Driller and Toolpusher; notifies concerns and documents deviations.
• Ensures operations are planned, organized, supervised and executed per well programs and rig move plans.
• Performs the drilling department’s daily checks.
• Assists service partners with equipment preparation for upcoming drilling operations.
• Organizes and supervises drilling crews for all operations.
• Operates pipe handling equipment for main and offline activities.
• Assists and relieves the Driller during drilling operations.
• Reads gauges and meters and assists the driller with records and logs.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organization

Job description

The Assistant Driller assists in the planning and execution of all drilling operations for the main or auxiliary well centers.Is responsible for ensuring the drill crews are properly assigned to their tasks and they are kept fully in the loop as to any changes of plans. He/she oversees the drill crews verifying all relevant maintenance is performed on all drilling, hoisting and mud circulating equipment while following directions from the well program in accordance with company policies and procedures in a safe and efficient manner.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Follows standard instructions and maintains good communication with the Driller and Toolpusher;provides notification of any concern, ensuring any deviation is properly communicated anddocumented.
• Ensures that operations are planned, organized, supervised and executed in accordance with wellprograms, rig move plans, the company's requirements and contractual obligations.
• Performs the drilling department’s dailychecks.
• Assists service partners/third parties with the preparation of equipment for upcoming drillingoperations.
• Organizes and supervises the drilling crews for all operations.
• Operates the pipe handling equipment for both main well and offline activities.
• Assists and relieve the Driller during drilling operations.
• Reads and interpret various gauges and meters relating to the drilling operations and assist thedriller in maintaining records and logs.
• Maintains accurate record of tubular and tool dimensions in the hole (for instance but not limitedto internal and external diameter, fish neck, serial numbers).
• Maintains accurate records of drilling line ton ‐ miles and assist the Driller ahead of time with theplanning for Slip and Cut operations.
• Maintains an organized drilling equipment store and records of tubulars, subs and fishing toolsinventory.
• Ensures the solid control equipment and mud mixing operations are being monitored constantlyand keep accurate records of fluid displacement when running tubular in or out of the hole.
• Implements, follows and regularly reviews Valaris work instructions, ensures they are understoodand observed by all drill crews.
• Demonstrates leadership support for Valaris' Competence Management Program and implements all program requirements to ensure direct reports have the necessary competencies, training and skills to perform their job.
• Provides regular mentoring, appraisal and feedback to direct reports.
• Maintains the hygiene and housekeeping on the rig floor and associated areas to Valarisdrilling standards with a particular focus on clear escape routes and walkways.

Qualifications / Experience

• Three years offshore experience.
• Demonstrated leadership and organization skills.
• Completion of all training and certification requirements for the Assistant Driller position asdescribed in the company's offshore training matrix.
• Knowledge of all technical calculations required for the safe operation of the drilling unit andcontrol of the well.

About Us

At Valaris, our core purpose is to provide responsible solutions that deliver energy to the world. Our purpose is the driving force that defines us as a leading organization in our industry. Our diverse fleet of ultra-deepwater drillships, versatile semisubmersibles and modern shallow-water jackups is capable of meeting a wide spectrum of customers' well program requirements. Our rig fleet is among the most technologically advanced in the industry and our well‑trained crews perform at the highest levels in the most challenging offshore environments. With an unwavering focus on safety and dedicated employees, we provide innovative solutions and aim to deliver excellence in everything that we do.