Experienced Job Positions in a Leading Oil and Gas Drilling Company in Lagos

OilRig Recruiter - Our client, a leading Oil & Gas drilling company with its head office in Lagos, Nigeria, is seeking qualified applicants to fill the vacant position of:


Job Title: Driller
Location: Lagos
Ref: OR-SD-005
Job Description

• Operates all equipment at the Driller’s console in a safe manner; maintain a clean, tidy and hazard- free condition on the drill floor and associated area.
• Assists in the planning, organization and supervision of rig move operations.
• Monitor the well condition at all times (i.e depth, mud weight, weight on bit). Recognize, interpret and respond to down hole conditions.
• Perform drilling-related operations such as directional drilling, working stuck pipe, running and cementing casing strings, coring, fishing, and assisting in wire line logging, well testing, and other special operations.
• Supervise and direct operations in the picking up or laying down of tubular and all drilling- related equipment
• Ensure that the solid control equipment and mud mixing operations are being monitored constantly.
• Hold pre-tour meeting with the drilling for all drilling crew operations.
• Secure the well during an emergency or well control situation; assist in the well- killing operations
• Maintain equipment files, drilling logs and records; perform all technical calculations required to carry out drilling operations.
• Inform Toolpusher and customer representative if a deviation from planned operation occurs.
• Supervise the lubrication and maintenance of all drilling and associated equipment and ensure it is carried out in accordance with the Preventive maintenance system.

• Graduate/ Engineering added advantage
• Valid well control certificate driller level
• At least 2- 5 years experience

• Supervise the maintenance and repair of all electrical and electronic equipment onboard the vessel.
• Ensure daily completion of inspections and maintenance on electrical/electronic equipment.
• Enforce the permit to work and isolation system within the electrical/electronic department.
• Ensure that the Technical Support Center (TSC) is advised of electrical issues as required.
• Supervise the maintenance, troubleshooting and repair of electronic systems including dynamic positioning, communication, data acquisition, computers and navigational equipment
• Ensure that an adequate supply of spares is maintained onboard to fulfill maintenance requirements and facilitate a safe and efficient operation
• Assist the maintenance supervisor/Chief Engineer in supplying information for maintenance and repair budget.
• Ensure that all installation, calibration and modification to electronic systems and components are properly carried out.
• Report any incidents, potential hazards or abnormal situations to the maintenance supervisor/ Chief Engineer and other departmental heads.
• Actively participate in weekly safety meetings and pre-tour meetings as required.
• Ensure a high standard of hygiene and housekeeping is maintained onboard the rig.

• Electrical Engineering / Electrical Technology Degree
• Valid medical examination and vaccination certificates.
• 2-5 years experience.

• Supervise and control the maintenance and repair of mechanical, electrical, electronics, subsea, and information technology equipment on the vessel.
• Maintain control over the rig’s Rig Maintenance System (RMS) and associated computer database.
• Coordinate periodic maintenance activities with the OIM and other department heads.
• Plan the service and maintenance of equipment according to the RMS guidelines.
• Ensure that reports for repair and maintenance of equipment are accurate and complete
• Liaise with the marine department regarding the loading, ordering and use of fuel, potable water, and drill water in consideration of the rig’s stability.
• Inform the OIM and other department’s heads of any technical problems or limitations that may affect the safe operation of the rig.
• Supply rig management with maintenance statistics of the vessel.
• Approve all maintenance department requisition purchase orders.
• Document any and all changes to the RMS system and provide reasons for making these changes to Rig Manager via direct supervisor.
• Provide input in the survey of the vessel and ways to reduce the out of service time of the vessel.
• Communicate equipment problems or breakdown information via direct supervisor to field support group.
• Implement follow-up requirements of audits, as issued by clients, regulatory authorities or rig management.

• Any Engineering course
• Valid medical examination and vaccination certificates
• 3-5 years experience

• Manage the manpower and resources of the rig to achieve optimum performance so as to ensure the well program is carried out in a safe, efficient and productive manner.
• Hold daily operations meeting with Customer Representative and rig department heads.
• Promote and ensure that all company policies and procedures are communicated and understood by personnel on the rig.
• Manage the planning and efficient execution of the drilling program in coordination with Customer Representative and rig department heads.
• Ensure pre-tour meetings are carried out involving all on board personnel.
• Organize and supervise the activities of drilling, marine and maintenance departments and ensure rig-specific procedures are understood and observed by all personnel onboard.
• Maintain daily communication with the rig manager on all relevant activities regarding the rig’s operation and needs
• Supervise and perform jacking operations for jack-up drilling units
• Ensure that pre-spud meetings are conducted and that well related hazards are recognized and managed appropriately by the key personnel.
• Plan operations with the marine department as related to rig moves, mooring, station keeping and stability. Ensure that guidelines of the rig’s marine operations manual are understood.
• Responsible, along with customer representative, for all third-party services on the rig and ensure that they comply with Shelf Drilling policy and safety processes.

• Any Engineering course
• Valid medical examination and vaccination certificate
• Valid well control certificate surface stack supervisor

• 12 Years above.

• Responsible for the drilling operations and associated activities and ensure that they are in accordance with the well program.
• Ensure drilling operations are carried out in a safe, efficient and productive manner.
• Ensure that the driller is provided each tour with the Standing Instructions to Driller (SID) that is relevant to the planned operations.
• Monitor the maintenance, repair and installation of all drilling equipment including repair, lubrication, maintenance records, and inventory levels.
• Maintain records of inspections and certification of drilling equipment, tools and tubular.
• Ensure the mud mixing systems and solid control equipment are being monitored constantly and properly maintained.
• Relieve the Driller at the Driller’s console as operational requirement demands
• Partake in the daily operations meeting with the OIM and other rig department heads.
• Call a Time Out for Safety (TOFS) whenever an unplanned hazard or a change in the expected results is observed.
• Demonstrate commitment to company safety policies through the consistent application of leadership and guidance.
• Ensure that DROPS inspections are conducted as per rigs DROPS inspection program.
• Provide leadership and motivation to rig personnel. Ensure that continuous improvement is applied routinely.

• Graduate/ Engineering added advantage
• Basic computer skills
• Valid medical and vaccination certificate.
• 9Yrs. Above

• Maintain and repair mechanical, pneumatic and hydraulic equipment onboard the rig.
• Perform daily inspections and maintenance of mechanical equipment.
• Supply information to assist in the development of maintenance and repair budget.
• Assist in maintaining marine equipment i.e. cranes, thrusters, ballast pumps and valves, auxillary equipment, etc.
• Ensure that service, maintenance and other operational reports are accurate and complete
• Liaise with the marine department regarding the loading, ordering and use of fuel, potable water, and drill water in consideration of rig's stability.
• Communicate equipment problems or breakdown information via direct supervisor to technical field support
• Carry out classification society surveys as part of continuous survey of machinery.
• Plan and coordinate with other department's prior t any major activity such as rig moves, running and retrieving BOP, etc.
• Inform supervisor and other departments heads of any technical problems or limitations that may affect the safe operation of the rig
• Prepare annual performance appraisal for all subordinates. Recommend promotions or disciplinary action up to and including discharge.
• Maintain an adequate supply of spares in order to fulfill maintenance requirements and facilitate a safe and efficient operation
• Troubleshoot and repair faulty mechanical, pneumatic and hydraulic drilling equipment and tools.

• Mechanical Engineering
• Valid medical examination and vaccination certificates.
• 6 yrs and above

• Responsible for the installation, maintenance and repair of all electrical equipment onboard the rig.
• Ensure daily inspections and maintenance on electrical equipment is carried out.
• Carry out periodic maintenance according to the J.D.E guidelines and coordinate same with supervisor and other department heads.
• Carry out maintenance and repair on electrical components of drilling equipment, i.e. Driller’s console, DC drilling motors and auxiliaries, Top Drive System, draw-works, mud pumps, etc.
• Ensure that all subordinates have the necessary skills and experience to fulfill their assigned tasks in a safe and efficient manner.
• Supervise and guide crew members in their On the Job Training (OJT) program.
• Incorporate the risk assessment planning process into all tasks, whether working alone or as part of a team
• Ensure that reports for repair and maintenance of equipment are accurate and complete
• Communicate equipment problems or breakdown information via direct supervisor to Technical Field Support
• Gather data from instruments interpret past and present performance to understand trends and ensure problems are solved.
• Maintain an adequate supply of spares in order to fulfill maintenance requirements and facilitate a safe and efficient operation- generate requisitions as required.

• Electrical/ Electronics Engineering Degree
• Valid medical examination and vaccination certificates

• Assists the Barge Master in ensuring that all marine aspects of the rig’s operation are carried out in accordance to statutory and regulatory controls and guidelines.
• Supervises Crane Operators, Roustabouts and Painters in work related to drilling operations, deck maintenance, loading and offloading workboats, e.t.c
• Ensure that all official log books are accurately and completely filled out and signed by the proper persons and maintain the vessel or as required by policies and regulations.
• Assist in monitoring weather/environmental conditions. Advise the Barge Supervisor/ OIM on conditions likely to affect drilling operations and seaworthiness of the rig.
• Review, understand and become familiar with the rig’s safety case.
• Assist the Barge Supervisor during emergency situations and emergency protection responses as designated on the station bill.
• Coordinate all helicopters and supply boats traffic to the rig and assist in supervising transfers of materials to and from the rig.
• Assist in ensuring that all marine and navigation equipment is properly maintained and ready for use at all times.
• Supervise tests on firefighting, lifesaving equipment, obstacle lighting and audible signals.

• Any Engineering course/ High School Diploma
• Basic computer skills
• Valid medical examination and vaccination certificates

• Supervises the operation of the marine department to ensure the safe and efficient running of the rig.
• Actively participate in the daily operations meeting with the OIM and other rig department heads and coordinate activities with the company representatives.
• Ensure that all marine aspects of the rig’s operations are carried out in accordance with statutory and regulatory controls and guidelines.
• Assist in the effective management of the preventive maintenance system and ensure that all records are properly maintained.
• Supervise the operation and maintenance of pollution control system
• Coordinate and supervise periodic inspections of the rig’s structure, including hull compartments and critical joints and liaise with any 3rd party inspection teams for cranes/lifting gear/ and hull inspections.
• Prepare and supervise rig move plans and associated mobilization preparations.
• Ensure that all lifting gears are inspected and certified, correctly color coded, maintained, and stowed properly.
• Operate and maintain the bulk system as required.
• Ensure that cranes are in safe working condition.
• Monitor quantities of expendables such as fuel, potable water, drill water, etc.
• Ensure that a high standard of hygiene and housekeeping is maintained onboard the rig and coordinate inspections with the medic/OIM/RSTC

• Any engineering course
• Basic computer skills
• Valid medical examination and vaccination certificates