Senior Drilling Engineer at a Leading Upstream Oil & Gas Company

A leading independent Upstream Oil & Gas Company in Nigeria with active operator-ship of prolific blocks, based on their current expansion and development programs, is recruiting experienced, intelligent and resourceful candidates to fill the position below:

Job Title: Senior Drilling Engineer

Ref: SDE
Location: Nigeria

Job Summary

• Candidate for this position is required to have good knowledge of well engineering, drilling and completions to provide support to company's operations from the initial design to delivery of a well to production.
• He must be knowledgeable in drilling and completion practices.

Job Description

• Responsible for monitoring day-to-day rig operations during drilling and completions operations, including deployment of effective solutions for operational continuity, equipment malfunctions and other onsite problems.
• Liaise with project partners, such as geologists and drilling contractors etc, in order to keep up-to-date on all developments that may have an impact on drilling activities.
• Prepare drilling budget needed for the operation and monitor actual drilling costs.
• Review day-to-day operation, drilling campaigns, evaluate the procedure and technical approach for future.
• Monitor inventory levels and coordinating field materials requirements with the Drilling Materials.
• Prepare drilling programs, technical specifications for drilling equipment and services required for field development in collaboration with departments concerned.
• Prepare End of Well report.

Qualifications and Required Competencies

• B.Sc. in Petroleum Engineering required, preferably in Drilling.
• A Master's Degree in any of the relevant Engineering disciplines will be an added advantage.
• At least 8 years' experience in offshore and onshore activities and various engineering work including at least 5 years of supervisory experience in drilling operations.
• Knowledge of the procedures, tools and techniques used in well drilling projects is required.
• Must have working knowledge of commonly used and relevant drilling / operations / production management software.
• Proficient in using Landmark's software, Microsoft Office, Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Must have knowledge to prepare work schedules and comprehensive drilling plans to meet project objectives and deadlines.
• Must be familiar with statutory and regulatory requirements, with respect to health and safety and emergency procedures.
• Must have ability to plan and lead projects and be able to work under pressure and in teams.
• Must be capable to deliver quality, on budget and with speed.

Application Closing Date
24th January, 2023.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their Application and CV to: [email protected] using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.