Derrickman

ROLE SUMMARY

This position is responsible for assisting the assistant driller with safe and efficient
execution of all well and drilling activities.

JOB SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintaining and operating mud pump room and all associated equipment and systems.
• Maintaining and operating mud pits room and all associated equipment and systems.
• Maintaining drilling fluid properties and volumes as per instructions.
• Promptly informing the driller of any unexplained changes in volumes.
• Promptly inform the driller of any unexplained changes in drilling fluid properties.
• Participate in drilling fluids transfers to and from supply vessels.
• Work heights to handle tubulars from the corresponding monkey board in the derrick
in drilling rigs without automated equipment.
• Liable for constant inspection of the derrick to identify and prevent potential drop
objects or any condition that represents risk.
• Support the drill floor when needed.
• All relevant governing documents are adhered to by direct reports.
• All relevant governing documents are revised as and when required.
• Make sure that clear daily operational guidelines are provided for all direct reports.
• All drills and checks are conducted as required.
• All applicable reports and logs are maintained as required by Driller, client and
company are maintained.
• Close co-operation with the mud engineer and mud loggers.
• Thorough handovers are provided at each daily change of shift.
• Any other matters as deemed necessary by Company Management.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Preferably a bachelor's degree: High school degree or any equivalent.
• Years of experience: 5 years’ experience in oil drilling related industry, preferably 2 years
on the position.
• Well control certificate according to the position (for IADC is Driller level, for IWCF Level 2).

SKILLS / ABILITIES 

• Computer skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Able to work independently and as a team player.
• As per company training directives.