Position Overview: We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Technical Drilling Manager (office based in Kuwait) to lead and manage all technical aspects of drilling operations. Extensive background in Oil & Gas drilling practices strong expertise in managing and maintaining drilling equipment and a proven ability to lead teams to execute safe efficient and costeffective drilling activities is required.
Key Responsibilities:
- Operational Management:
- 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 crossfunctional 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 longterm organizational goals.
- Identify opportunities to reduce costs and improve operational efficiencies
Qualifications:
- Bachelors degree in Petroleum Engineering Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
- Minimum of 1015 years of progressive experience in Oil & Gas drilling operations with at least 5 years in a managerial role.
- Extensive knowledge of Oil & Gas 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 largescale drilling projects.
- Exceptional leadership and team management skills.
- Strong analytical and problemsolving abilities.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work under pressure and adapt to dynamic operational environments.
- Commitment to safety and environmental stewardship.