Principal Drilling Engineer (Jack-up Rigs)

Description : Principal Drilling Engineer (Jack-up Rigs) Lagos based, 28 / 28 rotation. Description of the Work: - Lead a team of drilling/completion and well test engineers in planning and supporting the safe and efficient delivery of development, exploration and appraisal wells in water-depths between 19ft and 200ft, offshore Nigeria (OML-123). Operations involve the following special challenges: - High angle / extended reach drilling, - Casing cementations (long cement columns), - Drilling depleted reservoirs, - Use of splitter wellhead technology, - Potential for deep leg penetrations (>150ft), - Third party staff, service and equipment quality, - Complex supply chain and logistics. - Interaction with other (G&G) departments Experience: - Minimum of 15 years relevant experience, of which at least 5 in a similar position. - Extensive experience involving jack-up operations, knowledge of semi’s and onshore operations would be beneficial. - Previous Nigerian / West African experience is advantageous. Education: - Technical / engineering qualification required. - 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. - Team leadership capabilities - Completion and testing experience - Able to work under sustained high workload, meet tight deadlines yet still deliver quality work - Competency with drilling engineering software - Proficiency with spreadsheets, word processors and presentation software. - Project management skills - Excellent knowledge of drilling engineering and international industry standards, ideally acquired while working for a large international operator. - Good organisation and project management skills, ensuring efficient application of the company’s well delivery and commercial processes. - Contracts and contractor management. Remuneration: - Competitive day rate, paid overseas by first week of following month, net of Nigerian Income Tax. - Travel days paid. Contract Duration: - 12 months, renewable based on performance. Project Duration: - 3 years. - Upon completion, reassignment to other projects is a possibility.

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