Drilling Superintendent (Semi Submersible) at Hobark International Limited (HIL)

Description of the Work:

• Manage the safe and efficient delivery of development, exploration and appraisal wells in water-depths up t1000ft, offshore Nigeria.
• Operations involve the following special challenges:
• High pressure / narrow margin drilling techniques,
• High angle / extended reach drilling,
• Subsea completions and well testing,
• Third party staff, service and equipment quality,
• Complex supply chain and logistics.

Experience:

• Minimum of 15 years relevant experience, of which at least 5 in a similar position for a Semi.
• Knowledge of onshore and jack-up operations would be beneficial.
• Previous Nigerian / West African experience is advantageous.

Education:

• Technical / engineering qualification preferred.
• BOSIET offshore firefighting and survival or equivalent, including HUET.
• IWCF subsea well control at supervisory level or equivalent.

Other Requirements:

• Exemplary HSE leadership.
• Strong drive for continuous performance improvement.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, capable of leading effectively in a multi-cultural society.
• Sound knowledge of drilling engineering and international industry standards, ideally acquired while working for a large international operator.
• Good organisational and project management skills, ensuring the efficient application of the company’s well delivery and commercial processes.
• Contracts and contractor management.