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Senior Toolpusher Offshore Drilling Rig:
Location:
Qatar (Offshore);
Rotation: 28/28 or 42/21;
Reporting To:
Rig Superintendent / OIM;
Direct Reports:
Drillers, Assistant Drillers, Rig Crew
The Senior Toolpusher is responsible for the safe, efficient, and cost-effective execution of all drilling operations on the rig. This role ensures compliance with Qatar Energy, ADNOC, and international standards (e.g., API, IADC) while leading the drilling team to achieve operational excellence.
ResponsibilitiesSupervise drilling, casing, and well control activities to meet project KPIs (e.g., ROP, NPT);
Oversee BOP and well control equipment maintenance (per API RP 53);
Coordinate with client reps (e.g., Qatar Energy, Shell) to align on drilling programs.
Enforce QHSE policies (Qatar Energy COP, OSHA, ISO 45001);
Lead emergency drills (kick drills, abandon ship) and incident investigations;
Ensure 100% compliance with Qatar offshore regulations (MME, QP standards).
Mentor drillers, ADs, and roustabouts (conduct competency assessments);
Manage rotational crew schedules (28/28 or 42/21);
Resolve conflicts and maintain discipline.
Monitor rig equipment performance (top drive, mud pumps, etc.);
Optimize consumables usage (mud, fuel, spare parts) to reduce costs;
Approve maintenance logs and OEM service reports.
Daily drilling reports to the Rig Superintendent;
Track KPIs (daily cost, footage drilled, safety metrics).
- Education:
Diploma/Degree in Petroleum Engineering or related field. - IWCF Well Control Level 4 (Supervisor).
- OPITO/BOSIET (with HUET).
- H2S/Confined Space certifications.
- 15+ years in offshore drilling (10+ as Toolpusher).
- Qatar/GCC experience (preferred; familiarity with North Field rigs).
- Expertise in jackup/semisub operations (e.g., GDI, Shelf Drilling rigs).
- Technical
Skills:
Proficient in drilling software (e.g., Drill Plan, Well View). - Deep knowledge of Qatar Energy drilling protocols (e.g., casing design, mud specs).
- Fluent in rig inspection audits (API RP 2D, 8B).
- Leadership:
Decisive under pressure (e.g., well kicks). - Communication:
Liaise with clients, crew, and OEMs. - Problem-Solving:
Troubleshoot equipment failures.
Bonus:
Performance-linked (up to 20% annual).
Position Requirements
10+ Years
work experience
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