Senior Drilling Supervisor (Onsite) – Upington

Placements24; Upington; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

On-site Upington

Medical aid

Provident fund

Rotational schedule

Career progression

Job summary

Placements24 is recruiting a Senior Drilling Supervisor for onshore operations in Upington, Northern Cape. The role demands decisive leadership and hands-on experience in executing safe, efficient drilling programs on site.

You will manage rig crews and contractors, ensure adherence to HSE standards, monitor drilling performance, and coordinate with service providers to deliver operational excellence in a demanding oil & gas environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years in drilling operations, with at least 5 years in a supervisory role.
• Onshore drilling experience is essential.
• IWCF Level 3 Well Control certification required.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and manage all drilling operations on the rig site daily.
• Ensure safety, efficiency, and environmental responsibility in drilling.
• Oversee rig crew performance and provide guidance.
• Ensure compliance with drilling programs, procedures, and policies.
• Manage well control operations and respond to emergencies.
• Monitor drilling parameters and implement corrective actions.
• Coordinate with service providers and assess service quality.
• Maintain accurate daily drilling reports and communicate status to management.
• Promote a strong safety culture and ensure HSE adherence.
• Manage rig site logistics and resource allocation.

Skills

Drilling operations

Team leadership

Education

IWCF Level 3 Well Control Certification

Job description

Placements24 is recruiting a Senior Drilling Supervisor for onshore operations in Upington, Northern Cape. The role demands decisive leadership and hands-on experience in executing safe, efficient drilling programs on site.

You will manage rig crews and contractors, ensure adherence to HSE standards, monitor drilling performance, and coordinate with service providers to deliver operational excellence in a demanding oil & gas environment.