Assistant Driller Offshore Jack up Rig

9 hours ago

Doha, Baladīyat ad Dawḩah, Qatar Swan Global Full time 60,000 - 300,000 per year

Job Title: Assistant Driller Offshore Jackup Rig
Location: Qatar (Offshore)
Rotation: 28/28 or 42/21
Reporting To: Driller / Senior Toolpusher
Direct Reports: Floormen, Roustabouts

Job Purpose

The Assistant Driller (AD) supports the Driller in the safe and efficient operation of drilling activities on an offshore jackup rig. This role ensures adherence to QatarEnergy, Shell, and ADNOC standards while supervising the drill floor crew during routine and emergency operations.

Key Responsibilities

1. Drilling Operations Support

· Assist the Driller in operating top drive, drawworks, and mud pumps during drilling, tripping, and casing runs.

· Monitor well parameters (ROP, SPP, torque) and report anomalies.

· Conduct pipe handling, slips, and tong operations under the Drillers supervision.

2. Safety & Compliance

· Enforce QHSE policies (Qatar MME, OPITO, IADC).

· Participate in pre-tour safety meetings and emergency drills (well control, fire, abandon ship).

· Inspect BOP, choke manifold, and safety equipment (pre-shift checks).

3. Crew Supervision

· Direct Floormen and Roustabouts in drill floor operations (e.g., making connections, handling tubulars).

· Train junior crew on rig-specific procedures (e.g., pipe tallying, stump height checks).

· Maintain rig floor cleanliness and organization (5S standards).

4. Equipment & Maintenance

· Assist in preventive maintenance (lubrication, inspections of drawworks, elevators).

· Report equipment malfunctions to the Driller/Maintenance team.

5. Reporting

· Document daily drilling progress (footage drilled, mud volumes, downtime).

· Complete checklists (BOP tests, tubular inspections).

Requirements

Qualifications & Experience

· Education: High school diploma (minimum); technical certification in drilling preferred.

· Certifications:

o IWCF Well Control Level 3 (required).

o OPITO/BOSIET + HUET (mandatory for Qatar offshore).

o H2S Awareness & Confined Space Entry.

· Experience:

o 5+ years on offshore rigs (3+ years as AD or Senior Floorman).

o Jackup rig experience (preferred: GDI, Shelf Drilling, ADES rigs in Qatar).

o Familiarity with QatarEnergy well control protocols.

Technical Skills

· Proficient in drilling calculations (mud weight adjustments, pipe displacement).

· Basic knowledge of Wellsite Reporting Systems (e.g., WellView).

· Ability to interpret drillers console data.

Behavioral Competencies

· Teamwork: Coordinates seamlessly with Driller and rig crew.

· Alertness: Monitors operations for hazards (e.g., stuck pipe, kicks).

· Initiative: Proactively assists in troubleshooting.

Benefits

Compensation & Benefits

· Salary: QAR 12,000 to 18,000/month (based on experience).

· Overtime: 1.5x base rate for extra hours.

· Benefits:

o Housing & transport allowance (if onshore rotation).

o Health insurance (Qatar coverage).

o IWCF/OPITO certification renewals.

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