Mechanical Superintendent - Deep Drilling

Position Overview

We are seeking a Mechanical Superintendent Deep Drilling with extensive drilling equipment maintenance experience for our client in Kuwait. The Mechanical Superintendent Deep Drilling will oversee mechanical maintenance activities for deep drilling land rig operations ensuring equipment reliability, maintenance efficiency, and safe operations.

• Maintenance Management:
  Supervise maintenance and repair activities for all rig mechanical systems; develop maintenance strategies and schedules to maximize equipment availability; monitor equipment performance and implement reliability improvement initiatives; ensure preventive and predictive maintenance programs are executed.
• Equipment Reliability:
  Lead troubleshooting and failure analysis; coordinate major equipment overhauls and repairs; ensure critical spare parts availability and inventory management; support efforts to reduce non‑productive time (NPT).
• Compliance and Safety:
  Ensure compliance with company HSE standards and maintenance procedures; participate in audits, inspections, and incident investigations; maintain accurate maintenance records and reports.
• Leadership:
  Supervise mechanical maintenance teams and contractors; mentor and develop technical competencies within the team; coordinate with Rig Managers, OEMs, and service providers.

• Bachelor's Degree or Technical Diploma in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.
• Minimum 10+ years of drilling equipment maintenance experience.
• At least 3 years in a supervisory or superintendent role.
• Extensive experience supporting deep drilling land rigs (3000HP and above).
• Strong knowledge of drilling equipment maintenance and reliability practices.
• Experience using CMMS systems is preferred.