Directional Automation Specialist- Contractor

Helmerich & Payne; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Helmerich & Payne is seeking an experienced Directional Driller to lead BGS directional drilling operations at the wellsite. You will ensure the well plan is executed, BHA components are assembled correctly, and equipment is operated and maintained safely.

You will collaborate with Co Reps and field crews, generate daily and final reports, and represent H&P professionally in operator meetings. Fluency in English is required; Spanish is a plus.

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience as a Directional Driller.
• Strong teamwork and adaptability.
• Excellent presentation, communication and technical writing skills are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise the BGS directional drilling operation at the wellsite.
• Ensure the correct well plan is followed and BHA is assembled per plan.
• Manage operation, inspection, maintenance and inventory of motors and downhole tools on site.

Skills

Directional drilling

Team player

Communication

Microsoft Office Suite

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

At H&P, our people are our strength.

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At a Glance:

H&P Representative responsible for Automation Directional Drilling.

What you will do:

• Leads and provides supervision for the BGS directional drilling operation at the wellsite that ensures the desired directional path and drilling targets are achieved in a safe and economic manner. Also ensuring correct well plan is being followed.
• Responsible for BHA being assembled as per well/engineering plan.
• Responsible for operation, inspection, maintenance and inventory of motors and downhole tools on rig site. (Some jobs may require working hand in hand with Co Rep for ordering tools)
• Responsible for the generation and content of daily and Final Well reports on services performed. (Motor Reports, Tool usage, inventory records etc.)
• Collaborate with Co Rep and MWD team to ensure BHA Specification and engineering optimization parameters are realized.
• Responsible for all communication from wellsite with Co Reps on location and Internal Personnel (Pod operators, Automation Supervisor’s).
• Responsible for training BGS to Co Rep on location and fielding any questions regarding BGS and any other related H&P services.
• Responsible for (when applicable) supervising, mentoring, and training 3rd party Drillers on BGS and Slide training and any other related H&P services.
• Responsible for following BGS recommendations and reporting back any irregularities with BGS to Pod operators and Automation Supervisors.
• Responsible for optimizing drilling equipment, drilling parameters and strive to meet and exceed all Customer goals and deadlines.
• Responsible for onsite H&P equipment, rig up/down of BGS and working with Field Techs in troubleshooting situations.
• Responsible for representing H&P in a professional manner.
• Responsible for attending onsite pre-spud, curve and safety meetings and complying with customer safety rules and policies.
• Responsible for following H&P Actively Care, safety standards and policies.
• Be motivated, engaged self-starting and always put your best foot forward.
• Establish a good working relationship with the Co Man and Rig Crew’s.

What you need:

• 5 years’ experience as a Directional driller required
• Must be a strong team player with the flexibility to champion change
• Bilingual English/Spanish a plus, but not required
• Strong knowledge of directional drilling and downhole toolsandability to recognize drilling dysfunctionrequired
• Ability to work in a fast paced,high pressureenvironment
• Excellent presentation,communicationand technical writing skillsa plus
• Professionalism is amust,this position frequently represents H&P in operator meetings
• Must havebeproficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills and customer awareness
• Ability to learn quickly and adapt to new problems and situations
• Must have strong PC skills with the ability to adapt to existing programs used by the call center, and the ability to tailor new programs to the needs of the group

H&P is committed to employing a diverse workforce. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or disability.

Thank you for your interest in joining our team!