Progressive
Riyadh, Saudi ArabiaPosted 6 days ago
Job Summary: We are seeking an experienced Directional Driller to support onshore/offshore drilling operations. The successful candidate will be responsible for planning, executing, and optimizing directional drilling programs while ensuring safe and efficient well delivery. Key Requirements: • Proven experience as a Directional Driller in oil & gas drilling operations. • Strong hands-on experience with Mud Motors and directional drilling tools. • Previous Gas Project experience is essential. • Experience working in Saudi Arabia (KSA) is highly preferred. • Ability to monitor well trajectory, perform survey management, and maintain drilling parameters. • Strong understanding of drilling mechanics, wellbore positioning, and downhole tool performance. • Excellent communication and problem-solving skills. • Relevant industry certifications and training preferred. Preferred Background: • 5+ years of directional drilling experience. • Experience with major service companies and complex directional wells. • Familiarity with Saudi Aramco standards and operating environments is an advantage. Let op: vacaturefraude Helaas komt vacaturefraude steeds vaker voor. We waarschuwen je voor mogelijke misleiding: * Wij zullen nooit via WhatsApp of in een videogesprek vragen om jouw persoonlijke gegevens (zoals een kopie van je ID, bankgegevens of BSN). * Twijfel je over de echtheid van een vacature of contactpersoon? Neem dan altijd rechtstreeks contact met ons op via de officiële contactgegevens op onze website. Important: job fraud Unfortunately, job fraud is becoming more common. Beware of such scams: * We will never ask for personal information (such as a copy of your ID, bank details, or social security number) via WhatsApp or during a video call. * If you're unsure whether a vacancy or contact person is legitimate, please reach out to us directly using the official contact details on our website. Show more Show less
Proven experience as a Directional Driller in oil & gas drilling operations. Strong hands-on experience with Mud Motors and directional drilling tools. Previous Gas Project experience is essential. Experience working in Saudi Arabia (KSA) is highly preferred. Ability to monitor well trajectory, perform survey management, and maintain drilling parameters. Strong understanding of drilling mechanics, wellbore positioning, and downhole tool performance. Excellent communication and problem-solving skills. Relevant industry certifications and training preferred. Preferred Background: 5+ years of directional drilling experience. Experience with major service companies and complex directional wells. Familiarity with Saudi Aramco standards and operating environments is an advantage.
Plan, execute, and optimize directional drilling programs while ensuring safe and efficient well delivery. Monitor well trajectory, perform survey management, and maintain drilling parameters. Apply strong understanding of drilling mechanics, wellbore positioning, and downhole tool performance to optimize operations. Communicate effectively and solve problems as they arise. Hold relevant industry certifications and undergo training as appropriate.
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