Assistant Driller

**Position Title**:Assistant Driller

**Reports to**:Field Services Engineer

**Category**:FTE

**Location**:Eastern Region - KSA (Onshore/Offshore Rigs)

**Unit / Division / Department / Section**:Field Services

**JOB PURPOSE**

Perform the field services offered to our clients at the rig location for running NM Tubulars as per FPI procedures, policies, and contract requirements.

**KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES**

Description

Contract Scope

**Responsibilities / Performance Measures**
- Witness the make-up and break-out of NM tubulars.
- Inspect the fiberglass pipes before and after the running.
- Monitor the chemicals’ expiry
- Teflon Tape and TF-15 Lubricant Application.
- Have the pipes jointed as per the approved FPI running procedures to meet quality
- Raise issues regarding clause conflicts to provide solutions prior to project execution.
- Assist Field Services Manager during the field testing and trials of new products.

**Planning and Control of Site Work Activities**
- Implement and control site execution to meet schedules on time.
- Coordinate activities so outputs meet budget requirements and quality standards.

**Documentation & Records**
- Have all site reports filled according to the Site Quality Plan
- Ensure all activities are documented at the site to meet company and audit requirements.
- Produce periodically field deployments reports for management review.
- Provide all required documentation for client’s invoice.

**Control of Tools and Equipment/ Asset Inventories**
- Ensure all tools are returned in good condition after completion of the assigned project.
- Track vehicle usage and schedule regular maintenance for long life performance of the vehicle

**Direction and motivation of subordinates**
- Train and motivate employees to perform their duties to the required standards.
- Organise and supervise the activities and work of subordinates.
- Monitor work performance based on H&S Standards and client requirements.

**HSE**
- Comply with relevant safety, quality and environmental control procedures and instructions.
- Use personal protective equipment and safety gear when performing assigned tasks.
- Keep operational areas clean and well organized to prevent incidents and accidents.
- Report unsafe acts, incidents, or safety violations.
- Develop a safety culture by ensuring all staff comply with HSE policies and procedures.

Participate in QHSE audits, incident reporting and review of QHSE performances as required.

**SPAN OF Communication**

**Internal**: Line Managers, R&D, Projects, Market Development, Production and QC Departments

**External**: End Users, Contractors, Subcontractors, Third Party Inspectors

**Job relevant information (BOUNDARIES & DECISION-MAKING AUTHORITY)**

Supervising the running of NM tubulars at the rig locations.

**Skills**:
**QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE, & SKILLS**

**Required Qualifications**:

- Technical Diploma

***Preferred Experience**:

- Minimum 2 to 3 years of Drilling & Workover Services’ operations field experience
- Worked as Assistant Driller or Derrickman

**Job-Specific Skills**:

- Strong experience in Drilling and Workover operations and service.
- Strong experience in Tubular Running Services (TRS).

**COMPETENCIES**
- Leadership & Teamwork
- Problem Solving
- Communication & Presentation Skills
- Analysis & Reporting

**Education**:
Technical Diploma or bachelor’s degree in civil or mechanical engineering (preferred)