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Job Description
Job Summary:
Superior authority onboard the rig for the operational safety, efficiency, drilling integrity and client relations, implementation and upholding of safety to prevent injuries, preserve life, protect equipment while maintaining compliance with environmental requirements. Provide onboard leadership and direction for department leaders, for meeting the client drilling program requirements while considering company procedures and allocated rig budget.
Roles & Responsibilities:
Rig Operations:
- Organize and supervise the activities of drilling, marine and maintenance departments of the drilling unit to effectively carry out management and command functions in compliance with company procedures.
- Communicates with the Rig Manager in reviewing and discussing the client’s projected well program before operations commence and throughout the well as necessary to stay abreast of pertinent operational activities and time factors.
- Manage & review the execution of the drilling program in coordination with Client Representative and rig department heads through the daily operations plans (IADC logs).
- Make all decisions in conjunction with departments’ heads regarding utilization of equipment, making sure the rig and support equipment is properly maintained and fit for purpose.
- Ensure the availability of the optimum quantity of rig supplies, parts, materials, fuel, lubricants, potable water for the drilling program are onboard.
- Determines when to cease \ resume operations, as per company procedures in cooperation with the Rig Manager.
- Plan, approve, and supervise rig activities such as equipment maintenance, preventive maintenance program, repairs, daily maintenance of drilling fluids, rigging up or down, etc. Ensure all activities are coordinated with minimal loss of time or effort.
Marine & Rig Move:
- Plan operations with the Marine department all related rig move activities, equipment, supplies, personnel mooring, station keeping and stability in compliance with the rig's Marine Operations Procedures to prepare for the rig move.
- Assesses the new drilling location, considering factors such as water depth, seabed conditions, weather, setting up location and proximity to infrastructure.
- Obtains necessary permits and ensures compliance with regulatory requirements for the rig move.
- Ensures rig complies with Flag State and certifying Regulatory Bodies requirements.
- Coordinates with vessel operators, tugboat crews, and support teams for efficient execution of the rig move.
- Supervise and monitor rig positioning and anchor mooring or preloading and leg penetration during rig movement and placement.
Management of Major Emergencies:
- Acts as the command team leader during emergency situations, through leading the Rig’s emergency response teams as detailed on the Emergency Plan and Company Procedures.
- Ensure that all personnel are instructed in the procedures to be adopted in the case of an emergency.
- Ensure that Well Control and general safety drills are held and recorded in accordance with Company requirements.
Client Management:
- Act as the primary client contact onboard the rig regarding all service provision related matters.
- Communicate regularly with the client representative onsite and ensure that each party’s priorities and plans are clearly communicated and understood to continually promote good relations with the client.
- Represents the Company professionally, upholding the confidentiality of the Company and client business both during and outside of work hours.
- Develops and maintains positive working relationships with other department heads, supervisors, operator's representatives, subcontractors, and all personnel on the rig.
Reporting and Documentation:
- Maintains proper logs and records, promptly submitting required reports as per company protocols and regulatory standards.
- Prepare accurate and timely reports, including daily drilling reports, equipment status reports, and incident reports to document drilling activities and operational performance.
People Management & Development:
- Establishes and maintains good working relationships with the crew, clients, and third-party personnel, promoting effective collaboration between departments.
- Provide clear instructions to their team regarding their duties, responsibilities, and any necessary safety precautions prior to commencing work.
- Mentor, develop and train their team to ensure safe and effective operations.
- Identifies opportunities for skill and career advancement, works to support the professional growth of their team.
- Ensure their team receives the necessary required training to perform their duties safely and effectively through on-the-job training, classroom training, and participation in safety drills and exercises.
- Support, promote and actively participate in ADES’s Competency Assurance Program for their team.
- Evaluates the performance of their team on constant and fair feedback basis, identify areas for improvement, drive the ADVANCE process to formalize a performance management culture.
- Oversees the catering staff, ensuring proper hygiene is practiced with respect to the quality, storage and preparation of food, cleanliness of the kitchen and accommodation, hospital upkeep and medical care, suitable drinking water including suitable laundry facilities to maintain clean linen and towels.
Job Requirements:
Education & Experience:
- Minimum educational level required: High School or Vocational/Technical Qualification.
- Minimum (15+) years of working experience in drilling and workover operations with renowned drilling contractors with a career history showing time served as Driller, Day Tool Pusher and Night Tool Pusher.
- Minimum previous experience of Two (2) years as a Senior Tool Pusher or OIM.
Skills/Competencies Required:
- Fluent in English (written & spoken).
- PC literate in Microsoft Office
- Business & Financial Acumen, Leadership, Situation Awareness, Communication, Team Management, Performance shaping factor — stress and fatigue, Problem Solving, Agility & Pace.
Certifications:
- As per ADES Training Matrix
- Valid Well Control (Well Sharp / IADC) Certificate.
- Valid MODU OIM Licenses.
