CareerPlan

Drilling Supervisor - Onshore Operations

South AfricaFull-time2026-10-30
On-site

Core

Oversee onshore drilling operations in the Kimberley, Northern Cape region, managing crews, equipment, and safety to ensure efficient execution of drilling programs.

Role type

Onshore Drilling Supervisor

Builds

Upstream oil & gas drilling programs

Domain

Oil & Gas, Upstream

Deliverable

physical/clinical work

Required skills

Drilling operations management, Crew leadership, Well control, Drilling fluids, Cementing, Directional drilling, HSE compliance, Equipment maintenance, Inventory management, Report preparation

Preferred skills

Troubleshooting, Cross-disciplinary coordination, Remote team management

Technologies

Onshore drilling rigs, Drilling equipment

Responsibilities

Supervise and manage all drilling operations on the rig site, Lead and mentor the drilling crew, Monitor drilling progress and wellbore conditions, Ensure compliance with HSE policies and regulations, Oversee equipment maintenance, Manage inventory of drilling supplies, Prepare daily drilling reports, Conduct safety meetings and drills, Coordinate with geology, engineering, and logistics, Troubleshoot operational challenges

Seniority

Mid-Senior, hands-on IC