Senior Remote Drilling Operations Leader

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Hybrid; ZAR 2,600,000 - 3,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive compensation package

Premium health coverage

Retirement plans

Remote leadership autonomy

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly experienced Remote Drilling Operations Manager to oversee drilling and completion activities for projects in the Mahikeng, North West region. This senior role requires strategic direction, virtual leadership of field teams, and strong technical expertise in oil and gas drilling.

Responsibilities include developing plans, supervising operations and budgets, ensuring HSSE compliance, and mentoring drilling engineers in a remote environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Petroleum Engineering or related field; Master’s preferred.
• 12+ years of progressive drilling operations experience with management responsibilities.
• Extensive knowledge of drilling engineering, well control, and HSE best practices.
• Experience managing complex drilling projects and large budgets.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic drilling and completion plans aligned with company goals.
• Oversee drilling operations, contractors, and service providers.
• Ensure HSSE compliance and procedures are followed.
• Manage budgets, cost control, and resource allocation.
• Monitor KPIs and drive continuous improvement.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to engineers and supervisors in a remote setting.

Skills

Leadership

Budget management

HSE knowledge

Drilling engineering principles

Stakeholder management

Remote leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering

Master's degree (preferred)

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a highly experienced Remote Drilling Operations Manager to oversee drilling and completion activities for projects in the Mahikeng, North West region. This senior role requires strategic direction, virtual leadership of field teams, and strong technical expertise in oil and gas drilling.

Responsibilities include developing plans, supervising operations and budgets, ensuring HSSE compliance, and mentoring drilling engineers in a remote environment.