Drilling Operations Lead - Safety-Driven, Soweto

Placements24; Soweto; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonuses

Health insurance

Retirement savings plan

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Senior Drilling Supervisor to oversee drilling operations in Soweto, Gauteng. The role requires a seasoned professional with extensive experience in managing complex drilling projects safely and efficiently.

You will supervise drilling crews, coordinate with service providers, and ensure adherence to programs, procedures, and safety standards. A strong leadership track record and IWCF supervisor certification are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years in drilling operations with at least 5 in supervision.
• IWCF supervisor level certification is required.
• Proven ability to lead drilling crews and interface with service companies.
• Strong understanding of drilling fluids, cementing, directional drilling and formation evaluation.

Responsibilities

• Supervise all drilling operations on assigned rigs, ensuring safety and cost-effectiveness.
• Ensure adherence to approved drilling programs and procedures.
• Lead drilling crews, provide guidance and performance feedback.
• Coordinate with service providers (directional drilling, mud logging, wireline).
• Monitor rig performance and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Oversee well control operations and compliance with safety regulations.
• Manage drilling-related inventory and equipment on location.
• Conduct safety meetings and risk assessments to promote safety culture.
• Prepare daily drilling reports, performance analyses and incident reports.
• Ensure compliance with environmental regulations and permits.

Skills

10+ years drilling ops

Supervisory experience

Leadership

Safety culture

IWCF supervisor level

Education

IWCF supervisor level certification

Tools

Drilling software

Reporting tools

Job description

Placements24 seeks a Senior Drilling Supervisor to oversee drilling operations in Soweto, Gauteng. The role requires a seasoned professional with extensive experience in managing complex drilling projects safely and efficiently.

You will supervise drilling crews, coordinate with service providers, and ensure adherence to programs, procedures, and safety standards. A strong leadership track record and IWCF supervisor certification are essential for success.