Senior Drilling Fluids Engineer

Placements24; Noord-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement savings plan

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Drilling Fluids Engineer to join their team, supporting drilling operations chiefly in the Kimberley region. You will design, implement, and optimize drilling fluid systems to ensure safe, efficient well construction in the Oil & Gas sector.

The role requires extensive field experience, hands-on supervision of fluid operations on rigs, troubleshooting fluid problems, and close collaboration with drilling crews while upholding environmental compliance and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Petroleum Engineering, or related field.
• At least 7 years of upstream drilling fluids engineering experience.
• Deep knowledge of drilling fluid chemistry, properties and additives.
• Experience with water-based, oil-based, and synthetic-based drilling fluids.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work on-site in challenging locations like Kimberley.

Responsibilities

• Design and tailor drilling fluid programs for well objectives and formations.
• Supervise drilling fluid operations on rigs with proper mixing and application.
• Monitor fluid properties and performance, adjusting as needed to optimize drilling.
• Troubleshoot drilling fluid-related issues such as lost circulation, stuck pipe, formation damage.
• Manage inventory and logistics for drilling fluids materials and equipment.
• Ensure environmental compliance for drilling fluid disposal and discharge.
• Provide technical support and training to drilling crews on best practices.

Skills

Drilling fluids expertise

On-site operations management

Analytical problem-solving

Education

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

Tools

Drilling fluid systems

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled Senior Drilling Fluids Engineer to join their team and support drilling operations primarily in the Kimberley region. This role is essential for managing the design, implementation, and optimization of drilling fluid systems to ensure efficient and safe well construction in the Oil & Gas sector. You will work closely with drilling engineers and field personnel to address challenges related to fluid properties, hole cleaning, formation stability, and environmental compliance. This position offers a great opportunity to apply your expertise in a demanding operational environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and recommend drilling fluid programs tailored to specific well objectives and formations.
• Supervise drilling fluid operations on drilling rigs, ensuring proper mixing and application.
• Monitor drilling fluid properties and performance, making necessary adjustments to optimize drilling efficiency.
• Troubleshoot drilling fluid-related problems, such as lost circulation, stuck pipe, and formation damage.
• Manage inventory and logistics for drilling fluid materials and equipment.
• Ensure compliance with environmental regulations regarding drilling fluid disposal and discharge.
• Provide technical support and training to drilling crews on fluid best practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Petroleum Engineering, or a related scientific field.
• A minimum of 7 years of experience in drilling fluids engineering within the upstream Oil & Gas industry.
• In-depth knowledge of drilling fluid chemistry, properties, and additives.
• Experience with various drilling fluid systems (e.g., water-based, oil-based, synthetic-based).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively on-site and manage field operations in challenging locations like Kimberley.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and field allowances.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Retirement savings plan with employer contributions.
• Opportunities for specialized training and professional development.
• Significant role in ensuring safe and efficient drilling operations.
• Exposure to diverse geological challenges in the Oil & Gas sector.