Direction Driller Coiled Tubing Drilling
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As a Directional Driller you will provide engineering and operational expertise for coiled tubing (CT) drilling services on field locations. The CT Field Engineer will design and execute coiled tubing drilling operations ensuring technical integrity, HSE compliance and alignment with project objectives in the UAE.
Responsibilities- Plan and design coiled tubing drilling programs including BHA configuration, hydraulic simulations and tool selections
- Lead CT operations at rig or well site ensuring service quality and adherence to client specifications
- Monitor real‑time downhole parameters, trajectory corrections and tool responses to ensure the planned well path is achieved
- Conduct pre‑job readiness checks, including equipment function testing, tool string QA/QC and reviews
- Conduct daily reporting, job logs, end‑of‑well reports and post‑job performance reviews
- Supervise BHA assembly, tool calibration and troubleshooting of downhole equipment
- Prepare post‑job reports including time/depth logs, tool performance summaries and lessons learned
- Ensure full compliance with company and client HSE standards and procedures at all times
- Maintain communication with project managers and engineering teams to optimise operational outcomes
- Participate in job planning meetings and provide technical input for continuous improvement
- Hold a bachelor’s degree in petroleum engineering, mechanical engineering or a related field
- Have at least 10 years of motor experience as a directional driller in sidetracks (slim‑hole sizes) and 3D profiles, and long lateral sections using both MTR
- Have a minimum of 3 years of experience in coiled tubing drilling, including milling sidetracking or under‑balanced drilling
- Be familiar with CT bottom‑hole assemblies (BHAs), PDMs, ERTs and measurement tools (e.g. downhole pressure/temperature sensors)
- Have exposure to UAE or Middle East operations – highly preferred
- Have a strong understanding of QHSE practices, risk assessment and permit‑to‑work systems
- Be able to work under pressure in rotational/on‑call environments
- Have a proven track record of successful CTD deployment across vertical, deviated and horizontal wells
- Be familiar with directional drilling software (e.g. Advantage Cadence, Well Architect or similar)
- Working flexible hours – flex the times you work during the day to fit everything in and be productive when you are most energetic
- Contemporary work‑life balance policies and well‑being activities
- Comprehensive private medical care options
- Safety net of life insurance and disability programs
- Tailored financial programmes
- Additional elected or voluntary benefits
- Hand Tools
- Construction Experience
- Heavy Equipment Operation
- Tanker Experience
- Mechanical Knowledge
- Commercial Driving
- OSHA
- Heavy Lifting
- Horizontal Drilling
- CPT Coding
- Excavator
- Network Architecture
Employment Type: Full Time
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