Zhaikmunai LLP, part of Nostrum Oil & Gas, an independent multi-field oil and gas company engaging in the production, development and exploration of oil and gas in the pre-Caspian Basin, is looking for a Drilling Supervisor

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Demonstrate Safety Leadership. Ensure the work is performed in a safe and efficient manner
• Manage the drilling contractor. Ensure the Drilling Contractor and service companies implement the work in accordance with the approved drilling program and Company’s Drilling and Operations Standards. Provide daily written instructions to the drilling contractor and ensure instructions are implemented
• Execute well program in line with Company’s Drilling and Operations Standards
• Ensure Zhaikmunai daily drilling reports are complete, accurate and timely transmitted to Zhaikmunai drilling offices in Uralsk
• Witness and supervise all critical well operations on the rig as outlined by the requirements of Drilling Program
• Participate in Safety, Pre-spud and Pre-phase meetings and report any existing and potential deviations to Company. Apply the Management of Chance process
• Liaise with Zhaikmunai Drilling Engineering personnel on daily basis should there be any changes to the current drilling program
• Inform the Senior Wells Manager in the field on any deviation of well execution from the program
• Ensure the drilling contractor executes its contractual obligations, including but not limited to its rig maintenance plan
• Hold mini After Action Reviews on the well site after each major operation and per well section and report back to the Uralsk Well Engineering team
• Participate in rig site safety meetings
• Provide input in Zhaikmunai’s financial management system (SAP)
• Ensure proper planning of resources
• Leave clear instructions for the Night DSV and level when be consulted
• QAQC daily reports as input for “Open Wells”
• Review critical calculations using appropriate software
• Set challenging targets for the drilling contractor
• Create and promote “team spirit” at the well site
• Ensure daily contact with the Field Wells Manager and provide full exchange of information

QUALIFICATION, EXPERIENCE, REQUIREMENTS

• Previous experience in well supervision in H²S environment
• Demonstrate leadership with no tolerance for safety violations
• Experience in supervising Drilling operations with segregated (daily rate) services
• Ability to work in team environment
• Lead all relevant personnel in creating a performance-driven organisation
• Proven track record in similar exploration and appraisal work for deep wells between 4500 - 6000m and high deviated / horizontal wells
• Minimum 5+ years of experience in Drilling Industry of which 3 years in DSV role
• Verbal and written English, Russian and good reporting skills. Preferable skills in “Open Wells” reporting system.
• Conversant with Landmark Well Engineering software (torque and drag, critical rotary speed, etc) or equivalent.
• Valid Medical Certificate
• Valid IWCF Drilling Supervisor Certificate level 4
• Valid H²S certification

Valid certificate of Regulations and Rules of RoK

EMPLOYMENT TERMS

·         Starting date: June-2019

·         Duration: 2019-2020

·         Working schedule: 28x28

·         Location: RoK, WKO, Field

·         Salary: negotiable