Drilling Engineer at an Undisclosed Oil Exploration and Production Company – Niger Delta

An oil exploration and production company in the Niger Delta is recruiting a Drilling Engineer to plan and support safe well-drilling and completions programmes, supervise contractors and keep operations on schedule.

Responsibilities

• Develop drilling programmes, detailed plans and operational procedures.
• Prepare scopes of work and technical specifications for tenders, equipment and drilling services.
• Direct and monitor drilling contractors and service providers in consultation with the drilling leadership team.
• Coordinate with technical colleagues and external parties to deliver drilling work according to approved plans.
• Respond quickly to equipment failures, operational interruptions and other field challenges.
• Track rig activity, well completion work and the implementation of approved drilling schedules.
• Ensure regulatory compliance, HSE standards and emergency procedures are applied during drilling.
• Liaise with drilling partners and contractors about developments that may affect safety, schedules or delivery.

Qualifications and experience

• BSc in Petroleum Engineering, preferably with a drilling focus; a relevant master’s degree is an advantage.
• At least six years of experience in drilling operations and related engineering disciplines.
• Understanding of well completion practices would be beneficial.
• Working proficiency with Landmark software and Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Ability to plan and lead technical work, prepare comprehensive drilling schedules and make sound decisions under pressure.
• Commitment to safe operations, integrity, teamwork and meeting project deadlines.

Remuneration

Remuneration is described as attractive and above industry average.