Job Openings Geotechnical Driller (Offshore)

About the job Geotechnical Driller (Offshore)

Job Title: Geotechnical Driller (Offshore)

Start:  25th August

Duration: 4 weeks (potential for regular rotations depending on performance) 

Location: Join vessel in Netherlands

Requirements:

  • Seamans Book
  • OEUK Medical
  • Passport
  • BOSIET/FOET/STCW
  • Able to travel freely in Europe

Department: Drilling

Reports to: Drilling Supervisor

Reporting to this Discipline: Assistant Drillers, Trainee Drillers, Roughnecks

Qualifications

Experience in Drilling Industry > 5 years

Experience in heave compensated drilling >2 years

A new hire will have two years previous experience in the same level of role with a reputable drilling contractor, with a proven career history showing progression & achievement through the positions leading to this position, displaying supervisory, budgetary & management skills.

Key Attributes

  • Inspiring
  • Good Listener
  • Approachable
  • Methodical Approach
  • Tenacity
  • Diligence
  • Supportive
  • Attention to Detail
  • Hands-on attitude
  • Self Belief
  • Can Do Attitude
  • Communication
  • Confidentiality

Job Summary:

The Driller will operate the drilling in accordance with our Policies & Procedures and any clients program. Must lead by example & show visible demonstration of company values and operate in compliance to all necessary Policies & Procedures.

Responsibilities:

Every employee shall be held accountable and responsible for adhering to Policies and Procedures relating to quality, health, safety and the environment. Employees should not only adhere to the policies and procedures but should actively promote their contents to continually improve QHSE both offshore and onshore.

The duties assigned to Driller will be varied; these will include but not be limited to the following:

  • Responsible to motivate, support and mentor the team reporting underneath them and to keep the Drilling Supervisor informed.

QHSE

  • Ensure all relevant safety procedures and practices are adhered to during drilling operations
  • Report any incidents, potential hazards or abnormal situations to the Drilling Supervisor
  • Drive the use by all personnel of the Integrated Management System (IMS) & Tools including Observation Process, Planning Process, PTW and etc.
  • Participate in daily, weekly and all other necessary meetings
  • Conduct Drilling operations safety drills as and when required
  • Ensure a high standard of hygiene and housekeeping is maintained onboard the vessel
  • Actively promote the Companies Vision and Mission
  • Visibly champion the Companies Values of People, Planet and Client

Operations

  • Perform the Drilling Departments daily checklists, i.e. QHSE checks, Derrick inspection, choke and kill manifold set up etc.
  • Ensure DP procedures are known, checked and followed.
  • Maintain accurate records of tubular and tool dimensions (i.e. internal and external diameter, fish neck and serial numbers).
  • Participate in HAZID & HAZOP reviews & provide advice related to our Operating Policies & Procedures.
  • Maintain an organised drill floor free of safety hazards.
  • Ensure accurate count of tubulars in the well as well as tubulars racked back on the deck.
  • Read and interpret various gauges and meters relating to the drilling operations assist the Drilling Supervisor in maintaining records and logs.
  • Lead drill crews in pre-job meeting with the all operations on drill floor as well as third party personnel for all non-routine and routine drilling operations.
  • Assist with the preparation of equipment for impending drilling operations.
  • Organise and supervise the drilling crews for all operations.
  • Supply proactive written handovers on shift change.
  • Ensure workable kick sheet filled in every shift and updated for current drilling phase.
  • Shut the well in safely and efficiently at any signs of well control problems to minimise risk to crews and drilling rig.
  • Plan and conduct Preventive Maintenance carried out on drilling equipment.
  • Assist in repairs on drilling and associated equipment.
  • Record accurate volumes of all drilling fluid including displacement volumes on tripping/drilling operations. Notify Drilling Supervisor of any discrepancies immediately.
  • Monitor mud systems and mud mixing operation.
  • Follow standing instructions from Drilling Supervisors and inform them in a timely basis if variance of instructions has to take place.
  • Ensure and no safety systems are overridden or locked out with following correct process and notification.
  • Know the Clients rules and Company procedures for well control and blowout prevention.
  • Support Drilling Supervisor in achieving rig goals & company expectations.
  • Create, review and revise procedures and work instructions.
  • Create and work with digital checklist format for operations.

People Development

  • Assist in training to ensure all subordinates are competent to perform their current role.
  • Mentor, develop and train crew members with the goal to helping them achieve competency at the next job level above.
  • Provide leadership and motivation to the drilling crews.
  • Promote and maintain a good working relationship with other departments, third party personnel and Client Representative.
  • Carry out regular crew evaluations with new personnel and yearly appraisals.

Other Requirements

  • Must pass Company Medical Examinations & random drug and alcohol tests. This includes client and/or country medical requirements.

Liason

The Driller reports to the Drilling Supervisor and may be required to liaise with the Head of Drilling.


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