Fully Remote Drilling Operations Leader

Placements24; United States; Remote; USD 170,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan options

State-of-the-art remote collaboration

Flexible remote work arrangement

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Drilling Operations Supervisor for a fully remote role. You will oversee drilling activities across multiple project sites, leveraging digital collaboration tools to guide field teams from your home office.

Strong emphasis on safety, efficiency, and decision-making under remote conditions is essential. The ideal candidate has 10+ years in drilling, with 5+ in supervisory roles, IWCF certification, and a degree in Petroleum Engineering.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in drilling operations with 5+ years in supervision.
• Knowledge of drilling techniques, equipment and safety protocols.
• Experience managing complex drilling projects remotely is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Supervise drilling operations remotely, ensuring adherence to procedures and best practices.
• Monitor progress, analyze data, and implement corrective actions to optimize performance.
• Ensure compliance with HSE regulations and company policies.
• Provide remote guidance to rig personnel and field supervisors via digital channels.
• Review daily reports, equipment status, and operational plans for accuracy.
• Manage resources (personnel, equipment, materials) for efficient project execution.
• Conduct remote risk assessments and mitigation planning.
• Collaborate with subsurface, engineering, and third-party service providers.
• Participate in pre-job safety meetings and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain accurate records of all drilling activities.

Skills

Drilling operations

Remote leadership

Decision making

HSE management

Data interpretation

Digital collaboration tools

Education

Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering

IWCF certification

Tools

Drilling data management software

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Drilling Operations Supervisor for a fully remote role. You will oversee drilling activities across multiple project sites, leveraging digital collaboration tools to guide field teams from your home office.

Strong emphasis on safety, efficiency, and decision-making under remote conditions is essential. The ideal candidate has 10+ years in drilling, with 5+ in supervisory roles, IWCF certification, and a degree in Petroleum Engineering.