Drilling Fluids Specialist

Placements24

South Africa

On-site

ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health insurance

Advanced training in drilling fluid技术

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Drilling Fluids Specialist to join their team in Queenstown, Eastern Cape. The role focuses on formulation, testing, and application of drilling muds to suit challenging geological conditions and maintain wellbore stability.

The candidate will supervise site operations, optimize fluid properties, and ensure safe disposal and environmental compliance on remote sites while contributing to cost-efficient drilling programs.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or a related field.
Minimum of 5 years of experience as a drilling fluids engineer or specialist.
In-depth knowledge of drilling fluid systems, additives, and their application in various geological formations.
Familiarity with fluid testing equipment and procedures.
Strong understanding of wellbore hydraulics and its impact on drilling efficiency.

Responsibilities

Manage and supervise drilling fluid operations at the wellsite, ensuring adherence to program requirements.
Formulate, test, and adjust drilling fluid properties to maintain optimal performance and wellbore stability.
Monitor drilling fluid performance, diagnose problems, and implement solutions to mitigate drilling issues.
Ensure compliance with environmental regulations related to drilling fluid disposal and management.
Provide technical support and recommendations to the drilling team and management.
Maintain accurate records of fluid properties, volumes, and costs.

Skills

Drilling fluids knowledge

Problem solving

Remote site work

Environmental awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or related field

Tools

Fluid testing equipment

Job description

About the RoleOur client is seeking a specialized Drilling Fluids Specialist to join their team in Queenstown. This role is integral to ensuring the optimal performance and safety of drilling operations by managing drilling fluid systems. You will be responsible for the formulation, testing, and application of drilling muds, ensuring they meet the specific geological conditions encountered. The ideal candidate will possess deep technical knowledge of drilling fluid chemistry and properties, contributing to efficient drilling operations and cost management within the oil and gas sector in the Eastern Cape.

Key Responsibilities

Manage and supervise drilling fluid operations at the wellsite, ensuring adherence to program requirements.
Formulate, test, and adjust drilling fluid properties to maintain optimal performance and wellbore stability.
Monitor drilling fluid performance, diagnose problems, and implement solutions to mitigate drilling issues.
Ensure compliance with environmental regulations related to drilling fluid disposal and management.
Provide technical support and recommendations to the drilling team and management.
Maintain accurate records of fluid properties, volumes, and costs.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or a related field.
Minimum of 5 years of experience as a drilling fluids engineer or specialist.
In-depth knowledge of drilling fluid systems, additives, and their application in various geological formations.
Familiarity with fluid testing equipment and procedures.
Strong understanding of wellbore hydraulics and its impact on drilling efficiency.
Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work under pressure on a remote site.

Benefits