Remote Senior Drilling Operations Lead

Placements24; Rustenburg; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Drilling Operations Supervisor to lead remote drilling campaigns for a globally recognized Oil & Gas operator. You will plan, execute, monitor, and optimize drilling programs, ensuring safety, efficiency, and cost control from a remote location.

You will coordinate with field teams, engineering, and management, supervise rig operations, and develop strategies for high‑pressure environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead remote drilling campaigns with emphasis on safety, efficiency and cost control.
• Plan, execute and monitor drilling programs from a remote setting, ensuring compliance with standards.
• Supervise rig operations and drilling crews; coordinate with field teams and management.

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Drilling Operations Supervisor to lead remote drilling campaigns for a globally recognized Oil & Gas operator. You will plan, execute, monitor, and optimize drilling programs, ensuring safety, efficiency, and cost control from a remote location.

You will coordinate with field teams, engineering, and management, supervise rig operations, and develop strategies for high‑pressure environments.