Technical Drilling Manager
- Al Ahmadi, Kuwait
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Plan, coordinate, and oversee drilling operations to ensure alignment with company objectives.
- Monitor drilling performance and implement improvements to enhance efficiency and safety.
- Develop and enforce standard operating procedures (SOPs) for drilling activities.
- Frequent travel to drilling sites and operational facilities is expected.
- Equipment Management:
- Manage, maintain, and optimize drilling equipment to ensure operational readiness and reliability.
- Coordinate equipment inspections, maintenance schedules, and repairs to minimize downtime.
- Evaluate and recommend new technologies and equipment to improve operational performance.
- Team Leadership:
- Lead, mentor, and develop a team of drilling engineers, technicians, and operators.
- Foster a culture of safety, excellence, and continuous improvement.
- Provide training and technical guidance to team members.
- Safety and Compliance:
- Ensure all drilling activities comply with local and international safety and environmental regulations.
- Conduct risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies for drilling operations.
- Lead incident investigations and implement corrective actions as required.
- Project Management:
- Develop and manage drilling budgets, timelines, and resource allocations.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including geologists, reservoir engineers, and project managers, to deliver successful drilling projects.
- Provide detailed technical reports and updates to stakeholders.
- Strategic Planning:
- Develop and implement drilling strategies to meet long-term organizational goals.
- Identify opportunities to reduce costs and improve operational efficiencies
- Bachelors degree in Petroleum Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
- Minimum of 10-15 years of progressive experience in drilling operations, with at least 5 years in a managerial role.
- Extensive knowledge of drilling practices, technologies, and equipment.
- Strong understanding of drilling fluids, well control, and directional drilling techniques.
- Proficiency in using drilling simulation software and other relevant tools.
- Demonstrated ability to manage large-scale drilling projects.
- Exceptional leadership and team management skills.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work under pressure and adapt to dynamic operational environments.
- Commitment to safety and environmental stewardship.