Introduction

  • To supervise the specialist team of drilling engineers and provide technical advice to the Drilling Operations Departments on procedures and equipment required to improve cost effectiveness, operational efficiency and safe delivery of current and proposed drilling projects.

What are you going to do 

  • Supervise and coordinate the activities of assigned staff to ensure that the work of the section is completed in a timely and effective manner.
  • Provide solutions to the operations departments by analyzing drilling performance and developing methods to optimize operational efficiency.
  • Develop innovative designs and procedures for drilling operations and ensure input of these solutions into future field development projects as well as ongoing operations.
  • Initiate and lead studies to improve procedures and implement new technology for the purpose of achieving safe, efficient and cost effective wells.
  • Recommend the standard for drilling equipment and materials for both offshore and onshore operations considering the cost, operational efficiency and safety aspects.
  • Provide support to the operational team by ensuring all software (e.g. data base software and technical software) required for effective management of drilling information and planning are available and accessible, and that required personnel are trained on its applications to enhance operational efficiency and ensure data integrity

Essential skills and knowledge

  • B.Sc. in Petroleum Engineering or related engineering discipline plus relevant drilling industry courses.
  • Minimum 20 years’ experience in drilling related operations.
  • Minimum of 5 years’ experience with an IOC in a senior level position.
  • Minimum 2 years well site experience and 5 years in Operations Engineering.
  • Experience in drilling engineering research and studies.
  • Strong analytical and communication skills with excellent computer literacy.
  • Excellent command of the English language and report writing skills.
  • Knowledge of risk assessment techniques such as HAZOP and use of Risk registers.
  • Ability to coach and support Qatari Development staff.
  • Knowledge of CO2 injection projects.
  • Knowledge of Business Risk Management and Business Continuity Management related to Drilling operations.
  • Experience in working with standard Drilling Engineering Software
  • Knowledge drilling engineering software including: Compass; Well Plan; Stress Check; Casing Seat; and Openwells or equivalent industry packages.

What we offer 

  • Salary:
    • Day Rate in QR
  • Work Schedule:
    • 8 Hours / 5 Days
  • Duration:
    • 62 Months with possible extension
  • Location:
    • Qatar

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Process of your application

Application process & contact

We will now begin examining your application: We will take a close look at your application documents and ask you for additional information if necessary. If your qualifications match our requirements, we will invite you to meet us for the first time.

Project discussion with our customer

If the introductory meeting goes well for you and us, we will arrange a meeting with the customer who has the perfect project for you. This gives you the opportunity to find out more about the customer and the project.

The decision

If you enjoyed the project discussion and the customer is also convinced of your expertise, we will ask you the final and decisive question: Do you want to get started at Brunel?

Introductory conversation with Brunel

In an introductory meeting, we would like to find out more about your interests, ambitions and professional developments. At the same time, we report on working at Brunel and provide information about all career opportunities and prospects.

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