Summary
ARO Drilling is seeking a Tool Pusher to oversee safe and efficient drilling operations on offshore rigs. The role supervises drilling crews, well-control readiness, equipment maintenance, emergency drills, reporting, and coordination with client representatives and service personnel. Applicants need a diploma in drilling, mechanical, or petroleum engineering; at least 6 years of oil and gas rig experience, including work as an Assistant Driller, Driller, and Day Toolpusher; and approved Well Control Supervisor training. Mandatory company and safety training includes ARO Rig Induction, SA-HUET, H2S, and CPR.
The posting
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• Perform emergency duties as per Station Bill and Emergency Procedures manual.
• Manage Stop Observe Act Report (SOAR) program and encourage active participation.
• Comply with and effectively contribute to the continuous improvement of RMS, Health, Safety and Environmental (HSE) related policies and procedures, andrelevant authority regulatory requirements.
• Assist or direct the review and/or approval of any HSE related or other relevant documentation impacting their area of responsibility.
• Responsible and accountable for HSE protection within their area of responsibility, including communication and implementation of such policies and procedures; demonstrate management’s commitment to health, safety and environmental protection.
• Control all drilling operations and other interrelated activities being performed during his/her shift in a safe and efficient manner.
• Ensure the drilling operations are carried out as defined in the approved operator’s instructions and drilling program, and that the operation is executed in accordance with Company policies and procedures.
• Directly report any deviations from approved operator’s instructions or drilling program to the Offshore Installation Manager.
• Manage and monitor the execution of the planned maintenance system within the drilling department.
• Perform all work according to agreed expectations of both internal and external customers, focuson doing things right the first time, every time, and contribute actively to continual improvement activities.
• Maintain the tubular inventory.
• Prepare drilling reports.
• Provide relief for the Driller as required.
• Ensure Drillers are familiar with space-out and shut-in procedure.
• Promote the Company ‘ Golden Rules as defined by Company Well Control Manual.
• Ensure drilling related safety alerts are communicated to drilling crews and actioned if required.
• Ensure an approved copy of the operator’s instructions and the drilling program are available to the drilling crews.
• Ensure all well control equipment is maintained, certified and in compliance with OEM guidelines.
• Assist planning and supervise delivery of drills relating to drilling activities (i.e. kick, pit and shallow gas).
• Ensure effective development of all rig personnel with regard to their emergency duties.
• Responsible for all aspects of well control in operational and emergency situations.
• Ensure that all drilling operations are thoroughly planned before commencing, and relevant personnel are included in the planning process.
• Show active participation in Hazard Management and Stop Work activities.
• Ensure that all drilling operations are carried out in accordance with agreed plans, policies and procedures.
• Coordinate work and human resources deployment and usage.
• Ensure drilling equipment and associated systems are operated in accordance with company procedures and manufacturers’ recommendations.
• Ensure inspections and preventive maintenance schedules are applied in conjunction with the maintenance department (as applicable).
• Lead and actively participate in all relevant meetings and contribute with relevant points.
• Complete and submit reports, logs, records and notes in accordance to company procedures and policies (i.e. IADC, NPT, RCA, etc.).
• Take active role in the audit process with regards to working environment areas and follow up on audits to bring outstanding audit points to completion.
• Take active role in the planning process regarding required mapping process of working environment areas.
• Take part in incident investigations, including contributing to root cause analysis and remedial actions to be taken to prevent recurrence.
• Review company documentation with crew members as required.
• Participate in document revisions as required.
• Contribute to the Rig improvement plan and goals.
• Encourage cost conscious and environmentally responsible attitudes of material usage and wastes.
· Responsible for the adherence to and reporting of Clients well construction key performance matrices.
• Actively identify performance improvements to increase efficiency.
• Review and execute customer contract requirements.
• Assist in the management of the mentoring process in accordance with the Mentoring Program.
• Demonstrate leadership through personal responsibility and accountability.
• Participate in Competence Program.
• Supervise and manage in accordance with supervisory roles and responsibilities.
• Implement frontline discipline in consultation with next level supervisor.
• Conduct formal and informal performance appraisals, which include measuring performance.
• Ensure direct reports’ roles and responsibilities are clearly discussed.
• Assist in disciplinary hearings and performance improvement plans.
• Liaise with service personnel onboard installation and ensure they perform operations safely and according to procedures.
• Liaise with customer representative to ensure customer’s contractual expectations are met.
Qualifications & Experience
• Diploma degree in drilling, mechanical or petroleum engineering.
• Previous experience on offshore environment and jack up rigs with minimum 6 years of experience in gas and oil rigs as Assistant Driller, Driller and Day Toolpusher.
• Certified in Well-control supervisor training by approved training center/course.
• Complete the mandatory training upon joining the company such as : ARO Rig induction, SA-HUET, H2S, OGUK medical Personnel Hoist Operator Safety Awareness, Spill Prevention, CPR.
Skills:
• Knowledge of well pressure system and drilling fluids.
• Understanding of drilling methods and terms.
• Knowledge of emergency procedure and health, safety regulation.
• Basic Computer Skills.