Blue Hat HR Services

Tool Pusher

Khobar, Saudi ArabiaPosted yesterday

Salary
AED 16k–23k a month
Job type
Full time
Level
Lead
Field
Energy & Sustainability
Work mode
On site
Visa
Employer sponsors

About the role

Are you an experienced Toolpusher with a strong background in the drilling industry and experience in onshore truck-mounted jackup rigs with 750 HP? Then you are the one we are looking for. Our client is a leading Saudi-based Aramco contractor executing drilling and workover projects across Saudi Arabia. The Toolpusher will supervise day-to-day rig operations and crew performance, ensuring safe and efficient execution of drilling and workover activities. Key Responsibilities • Supervise rig crews and coordinate operational activities across rig departments. • Ensure equipment readiness, preventive maintenance, and compliance with operating procedures. • Monitor operational progress, efficiency, downtime, and NPT. • Enforce HSE requirements, permit-to-work procedures, toolbox talks, and risk assessments. • Coordinate with the Rig Manager, client representatives, and service companies. • Maintain operational reports, equipment records, and documentation. • Identify operational issues and implement or escalate corrective actions. Qualifications and Experience • Minimum 12 years of experience in drilling and workover operations or a demonstrated progression of relevant assignments or a prior experience in Saudi Aramco projects as Toolpusher. • Previous Toolpusher experience in drilling/workover operations, a must. • Experience with onshore truck-mounted jack rigs, preferably 750 HP is required. • Those who have studied in Europe or South America shall be given priority. • Both onshore and offshore experience mandatory. • Strong knowledge of rig equipment, crew supervision, and well-control operations. • Saudi Aramco experience is an advantage. • Educational and Certification Requirements • Minimum High School qualification. • Valid IWCF or IADC WellSharp certification appropriate to the role. • BOP certification required. • First Aid certification. • CPR certification. • H₂S certification. • Fluent in English, both spoken and written. Compensation & Benefits • Salary range: SAR 16,800 – 23,000/month. • Rig site bonus of SAR 150/day. • Food and accommodation provided at rig site. • Employment visa and medical insurance. • Rotation: 8 Weeks On / 4 Weeks Off OR 4 Weeks On / 4 Weeks Off • Leave as per rotation with air ticket. • Career growth and professional development. • Exposure to major drilling projects. • Collaborative working environment.

Responsibilities

Supervise rig crews and coordinate operational activities across rig departments. Ensure equipment readiness, preventive maintenance, and compliance with operating procedures. Monitor operational progress, efficiency, downtime, and NPT. Enforce HSE requirements, permit-to-work procedures, toolbox talks, and risk assessments. Coordinate with the Rig Manager, client representatives, and service companies. Maintain operational reports, equipment records, and documentation. Identify operational issues and implement or escalate corrective actions.

Skills

  • Rig supervision
  • Crew coordination
  • Preventive maintenance
  • Operating procedures
  • HSE compliance
  • Permit-to-work
  • Toolbox talks
  • Risk assessments
  • Well-control operations
  • Rig equipment knowledge
  • Onshore jack-up rigs
  • English communication

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