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Job Summary<\/b><\/span>The Rig Driller leads and supervises drilling operations on the rig floor, ensuring safe, efficient, and effective execution of drilling activities. The role is responsible for managing drilling crews, maintaining rig equipment operation, and enforcing well control and safety procedures.<\/span>Job Responsibilities 1<\/span>Oversee and execute daily drilling activities according to approved well programs.<\/span>Ensuring adherence to safety and operational standards.<\/span>Operate drilling equipment, including rotary tables, top drives, and drilling motors.<\/span>Monitor drilling parameters and report anomalies to the Rig Manager and Drilling Supervisor.<\/span>Enforce compliance with well control practices and emergency procedures.<\/span>Coordinate with maintenance teams to ensure rig equipment is operational and well-maintained.<\/span>Conduct safety meetings and toolbox talks to reinforce HSE awareness.<\/span>Maintain accurate drilling logs and operational reports.<\/span>Train and mentor junior drillers and rig crew members.<\/span>Participate in incident investigations and contribute to corrective action plans.<\/span>Job Responsibilities 2<\/span>Additional Responsibilities 3<\/span>Job Knowledge & Skills<\/b><\/span>Extensive knowledge of rig floor operations and drilling equipment.<\/span>Strong understanding of well control principles and safety protocols.<\/span>Good communication and problem-solving abilities in a rig environment.<\/span>Job Experience<\/b><\/span>Minimum 5 years working experience, 3 years relevant working experience, 2 years GCC experience is a plus<\/span>Competencies<\/b><\/span>Agility<\/span>LEEA Certified L2<\/span>AUTOCAD L2<\/span>Heavy Lifting Risk Assessment L2<\/span>Technical documentation L2<\/span>Hydraulic Power System Maintenance L2<\/span>Leadership<\/b><\/span>Quality<\/b><\/span>Resilience<\/span>Education<\/b><\/span>High School Diploma in any Related Technical Certificates or any related field<\/span>Certificate in any Related Technical Certificates or any related field<\/p>\n

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Job Summary The Rig Driller leads and supervises drilling operations on the rig floor, ensuring safe, efficient, and effective execution of drilling activities. The role is responsible for managing drilling crews, maintaining rig equipment operation, and enforcing well control and safety procedures. 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