Drilling Engineer - Onshore Operations
Core
Oversee onshore drilling operations to ensure safe, efficient, and cost-effective execution of drilling programs for oil and gas assets.
Role type
Drilling Engineer (Onshore Operations)
Builds
Well drilling programs for oil and gas assets in KwaZulu-Natal and surrounding regions
Domain
Oil and Gas, Onshore Drilling
Required skills
Well design, casing program planning, drilling fluid specification, on-site supervision, equipment management, risk analysis, troubleshooting (lost circulation, kicks, stuck pipe)
Preferred skills
Knowledge of cementing and completion technologies
Technologies
Drilling equipment, drilling fluids, cementing tools
Responsibilities
Develop detailed drilling plans including well design and casing programs; supervise on-site drilling operations; manage drilling equipment and contractors; conduct pre-spud meetings and daily operational reviews; analyze drilling data and implement risk mitigation strategies; troubleshoot drilling incidents such as lost circulation and stuck pipe.