Principal Drilling Engineer (Semi submersible)

The responsibilities of Principal Drilling Engineer (Semi Submersible) include but are not limited to the following,

• High pressure / narrow margin drilling techniques,
• High angle / extended reach drilling,
• Subsea completions and well testing,
• Third party staff, service and equipment quality,
• Complex supply chain and logistics.
• Interaction with other (G&G) departments

• Principal Drilling Engineer (Semi submersible) minimum of 15 years relevant experience, of which at least 5 years in a similar position.
• Extensive experience involving semi’s, knowledge of onshore and jack-up operations would be beneficial.
• Previous Nigerian / West African experience is advantageous
• Technical / engineering qualification required.
• IWCF sub sea well control at supervisory level or equivalent.
• Exemplary HSE leadership.
• Strong drive for continuous performance improvement.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, capable of leading effectively in a multi-cultural society.
• Team leadership capabilities
• Completion and testing experience
• Able to work under sustained high workload, meet tight deadlines yet still deliver quality work
• Competency with drilling engineering software
• Proficiency with spreadsheets, word processors and presentation software.
• Project management skills
• Excellent knowledge of drilling engineering and international industry standards, ideally acquired while working for a large international operator.
• Good organisation and project management skills, ensuring efficient application of the company’s well delivery and commercial processes.
• Contracts and contractor management

• Work Schedule: 28/28 days rotation
• 12 months, renewable based on performance.
• For this position, preference will be given to Nigerian nationals. In case Expatriate candidate(s) are selected it is a prerequisite he/she is tasked to mentor and train a Nigerian understudy

An independent International Oil and Gas Company operating in West Africa.