Senior Offshore Drilling Engineer: Strategy & Execution

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Hybrid; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive salary

Bonus structure

Health insurance

Retirement plan

International travel

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Senior Drilling Engineer for offshore operations based in Bloemfontein. You will plan, design, and supervise offshore drilling campaigns, ensuring safety, efficiency, and compliance with industry standards.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Petroleum or Mechanical Engineering, 10+ years of offshore drilling experience, and a proven ability to lead complex projects from planning to execution.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related engineering field is required.
• Minimum 10 years’ experience in drilling engineering with offshore focus.
• Proven track record managing complex drilling projects from planning to execution.
• In-depth knowledge of fluids, cementing, well control and completion tech.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize well designs and drilling programs for offshore operations.
• Plan and execute drilling operations with safety and environmental compliance.
• Manage drilling equipment, personnel, and resources for efficiency.
• Conduct risk assessments and implement mitigation strategies.
• Oversee procurement of drilling services and materials.
• Analyze drilling performance data and drive improvements.

Skills

Drilling design

Offshore drilling

Leadership

Risk management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Well design software

Job description

Placements24 seeks a Senior Drilling Engineer for offshore operations based in Bloemfontein. You will plan, design, and supervise offshore drilling campaigns, ensuring safety, efficiency, and compliance with industry standards.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Petroleum or Mechanical Engineering, 10+ years of offshore drilling experience, and a proven ability to lead complex projects from planning to execution.