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Tool Pusher

  • ARO Drilling
  • Saudi Arabia
  • Posted 18 Oct
  • Verified source
Job type
Full-time
Work mode
On-site
Seniority
Lead
Salary
Not stated

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

As published on arodrilling.com. Pulled from the employer's site and shown as they wrote it.

• 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.

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Skills

  • BLS
  • HSE Management
  • Root Cause Analysis

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