Sr. Lead Drilling Operations

Location: Shahdol

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Purpose:

• The Sr. Lead Drilling Engineer is responsible for supervising and executing drilling operations in line with approved plans, operational targets, and company standards.

• Ensure compliance with all statutory, regulatory, and HSE requirements while supporting Hydraulic Fracturing, Completion, and Workover operations.

• Drive the safe, cost-effective, and efficient execution of drilling and well operations to achieve operational excellence.

Job Accountabilities:

• Coordinate with Land, Civil, and Geological teams for the identification and selection of drilling locations.

• Support the preparation of well plans, provisioning of required tangible and intangible resources, and execution of day-to-day drilling operations.

• Assist in the preparation and monitoring of drilling and well operation budgets.

• Review Daily Progress Reports (DPRs) and maintain comprehensive drilling, completion, and workover records.

• Analyze operational procedures and equipment performance to identify opportunities for improvement.

• Plan and supervise all phases of drilling, well completion, and well intervention activities to ensure timely and efficient execution as per approved programs.

• Prioritize critical operational issues impacting project delivery while effectively managing multiple tasks with accuracy and attention to detail.

• Mentor and guide young engineers and field personnel to enhance technical capability and operational discipline.

• Facilitate the transfer of technical and conceptual knowledge related to Well Construction, Completion, and Well Maintenance to improve production rates, maximize recoverable reserves, and optimize operating costs.

• Ensure all wells are planned and executed in a safe, environmentally responsible, and cost-effective manner.

• Ensure strict adherence to company HSE policies, procedures, and industry best practices across all operations.

• Promote and strengthen a proactive safety culture among crew members and contractors at site.

Skills Required:

• Strong technical knowledge of drilling operations, CTU operations, and pump-setting activities, including planning and execution

• Sound techno-commercial understanding of drilling and well operations

• Effective interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities with the ability to interpret and manage complex operational data

• Innovative mindset with a focus on operational improvement and efficiency enhancement

• Strong teamwork and stakeholder coordination skills

• Commitment to continuous improvement, operational excellence, safety, environmental stewardship, and business ethics.

Qualification

• Bachelor’s degree or higher qualification in Petroleum or Mechanical Engineering from a recognized university.

Experience Required

• Minimum 12–15 years of experience in CBM and Oil & Gas exploration and drilling operations.

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