Drilling Consultant

Roles and responsibilities

As a Field Specialist, you will play a vital role onsite with our customers. You will carry out routine LWD services as per programs. You will continually develop your knowledge and skills to deliver innovative solutions for our customers.
Essential Responsibilities:-
Developing and demonstrate proficiency in the skill profile required for the delivery of Logging while Drilling services at the well site.
Completing advanced technical training and assigned well site development Programs Successfully.
Knowing the operational status of field equipment at the well site and maintaining it when appropriate.
Executing other related duties as assigned.
Conducting all business activities in accordance with client HSE policies, Legal Compliance requirements and client Core Values.
1. Drilling Operations Management:
Plan and Design Drilling Programs: Develop detailed drilling programs, including the selection of drilling techniques, equipment, and materials. This includes planning well trajectories, drilling fluid systems, casing programs, and well control procedures.
Supervise Drilling Rigs: Oversee the day-to-day operations on the drilling rig, ensuring that the rig is operating safely and efficiently. This may involve managing a team of drilling personnel and coordinating with other departments.
Coordinate Drilling Teams: Collaborate with engineers, rig crew, mud engineers, and other specialists to ensure smooth execution of the drilling program. Provide leadership and support to on-site personnel.
Troubleshooting: Address and resolve operational problems that occur during drilling, such as stuck pipe, blowouts, equipment malfunctions, and loss of circulation. Identify issues early and implement corrective actions.
2. Well Design and Optimization:
Optimize Drilling Performance: Continuously monitor drilling operations to optimize efficiency, reduce costs, and minimize non-productive time (NPT). This includes analyzing drilling parameters and adjusting drilling plans as needed.
Evaluate New Technologies: Keep up to date with the latest drilling technologies, equipment, and techniques (e.g., rotary steerable systems, managed pressure drilling) to improve the performance and safety of operations.
Well Integrity Management: Ensure that the well design and construction methods are adequate to protect the well's integrity, especially in complex or deepwater environments. This includes proper casing, cementing, and well control measures to prevent issues like blowouts or well failures.
3. Safety Management:
Ensure Health, Safety, and Environmental Compliance: Lead and enforce safety procedures on the rig, ensuring that drilling operations comply with health, safety, and environmental regulations (e.g., OSHA, EPA, HSE guidelines).
Conduct Safety Drills: Organize and participate in emergency response drills and simulations for scenarios such as blowouts, well control incidents, or fires.
Incident Investigation: If accidents or near-misses occur, lead or participate in investigations to identify the root causes and recommend corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
4. Budget and Cost Management:
Cost Control: Monitor drilling costs and work to keep operations within budget, identify cost-saving opportunities, and avoid unnecessary expenditures. Ensure that all required materials and equipment are available on-site within budgetary constraints.
Logistics Coordination: Ensure that all drilling supplies, materials, and personnel are mobilized to the site in a timely and cost-effective manner.
5. Wellbore Stability and Drilling Fluid Management:
Manage Drilling Fluids: Collaborate with drilling fluids engineers to ensure the correct type and volume of drilling mud is used for each operation. Drilling fluids play a critical role in cooling the drill bit, removing cuttings, and maintaining wellbore stability.
Evaluate Wellbore Conditions: Use real-time data to monitor and assess wellbore stability during drilling, taking corrective actions as needed to prevent issues such as borehole collapse or wellbore instability.
6. Data Collection and Reporting:
Monitor Drilling Data: Track key performance indicators (KPIs) such as rate of penetration (ROP), wellbore stability, mud properties, and overall performance during drilling.
Record Keeping: Ensure that all drilling operations, changes, and incidents are accurately documented. Prepare detailed reports for senior management, regulators, and clients, including well data, performance metrics, and lessons learned.
Post-Drilling Analysis: After a well is completed, conduct post-drilling reviews to assess operational performance, safety records, and cost management. Use this information to improve future drilling programs.

Desired candidate profile

Minimum of a Bachelors degree in engineering or science
Have at least five year Technical experience.
Have ability to work well and communicate well with others.
Have Industry experience and product line training required.
Have good mechanical aptitude.
Technical Knowledge: Strong understanding of drilling technologies, well design, fluid systems, well control, and equipment operation. Knowledge of drilling engineering software and modeling tools is crucial.
Problem-Solving and Troubleshooting: Ability to diagnose and solve problems quickly under pressure, especially in challenging or high-risk environments.
Leadership and Management: Strong leadership skills to manage and motivate drilling teams, coordinate with other departments, and ensure smooth operations.
Safety Awareness: Deep commitment to safety procedures, risk management, and compliance with HSE standards to ensure a safe working environment for all personnel.
Project Management: Ability to manage multiple drilling projects simultaneously, including planning, budgeting, scheduling, and resource allocation.
Communication: Excellent communication skills to work effectively with rig teams, engineers, management, and external stakeholders (e.g., clients, contractors, regulators).
Attention to Detail: Ability to track, analyze, and manage a large amount of data from different sources, making decisions based on accurate information.
Tools & Technologies:
Drilling Software & Simulation Tools: Programs like Wellplan, Petrel, Landmark, Drillbench, and DecisionSpace for well planning, simulation, and modeling.
Real-Time Data Monitoring Systems: Tools such as MWD (Measurement While Drilling), LWD (Logging While Drilling), and downhole sensors to monitor drilling parameters and well conditions in real time.
Wellbore Stability Software: Tools like GeoFrame, Roxar for wellbore stability modeling and optimization.
Project Management Tools: Software like Microsoft Project, Primavera, or Aconex for managing drilling schedules and budgets.
Work Environments:
Offshore Rigs: Drilling specialists often work on offshore drilling rigs in remote locations, where they manage drilling operations in harsh and challenging environments (e.g., deepwater, Arctic regions).
Onshore Drilling Sites: They also work at onshore drilling sites, which may vary in complexity, including shale plays, oil sands, or conventional fields.
Drilling Contractors: Many drilling specialists are employed by drilling contractors, providing services to oil and gas companies or mining operations.
Oil & Gas Exploration and Production Companies: Specialists may work directly for oil and gas operators or producers, overseeing and managing drilling operations on behalf of the company.