Offshore Drilling Supervisor

Working location

Qatar offshore

Contract type

Contract

Work schedule

Offshore rotational position (28 x 28) covering 12-hour day or night shifts

Job dimensions

Direct supervision for the implementation of operational programs (drilling, completion, intervention) in line with HSE and operational standards, laws and statutory obligations, and industry best practices.

Deliver fully functional wells on time and within budget.

Responsible for managing offshore operations (approximately 100-150 personnel on board), leading an offshore team of 4-6 people.

Context and environment

High exposure to drilling hazards, requiring highly skilled supervision.

Key responsibilities

HSE leadership: Lead safety culture as the top priority.

Operational oversight: Co-lead simultaneous operations (SIMOPS) on crowded live production platforms in a H2S environment.

Efficient operations: Safely drive offshore drilling operations, continually improving performance and efficiency.

Activities

HR & team leadership:

Establish a solid relationship with the superintendent based on mutual trust and respect.

Provide strong leadership to the offshore team, including HSE, logistics, fluids, and well services supervisors.

Mentor less experienced personnel onsite.

HSE:

Ensure all activities comply with company policies and procedures, especially HSE.

Coordinate activities with production team, reviewing permits, JSAs, and risk assessments prior to any SIMOPS.

Promote HSE as the primary focus of offshore drilling operations.

Ensure rig contractor compliance with the safety management system and achieve key HSE performance objectives.

Follow up and resolve issues from audits, safety cards, and contract preparation or feedback meetings.

Operations:

Supervise implementation of operational programs.

Provide daily job instructions to drilling contractors and service companies.

Personally supervise delicate or risky rig floor operations.

Optimize operations with input from engineering, geology, and reservoir teams.

Prepare for jobs and anticipate potential problems by planning alternative strategies.

Review operating procedures.

Oversee or control daily operational reporting and costing.

Feedback learnings for continual improvement of future wells.

Organize and coordinate offshore logistics.

Participate in crisis response situations as required.

Performance management:

Drive operational performance.

Ensure lessons learned are captured, feedback provided, and implemented for upcoming wells.

Challenge well delivery programs for improved durations through strong communication with onshore teams.

Analyze live data and recommend performance improvements.

Required competencies

Delegate appropriately and communicate effectively.

Adaptability in managing complex situations.

Demonstrate learning agility and drive innovation.

Develop emotional intelligence and cultural competence.

Mentor others and facilitate institutional knowledge transfer.

Develop talent for future sustainability.

Foster collaboration and a sense of community.

Drive improvements in safety, technical proficiency, and results.

Lead by example with strong company values.

Set purpose, strategic direction, and contribute to the company plan.

Strengthen accountability and promote continuous improvement.

Think and act in stakeholder-centric ways.

Requirements

Education: Diploma or bachelors in engineering.

Experience: 10 to 15 years of relevant experience.

Experience with horizontal wells (especially extended reach drilling) and simultaneous operations (SIMOPS) highly valued.

Certifications: IWCF Level 4 (surface or subsea); OPITO-approved T-BOSIET.

Language: Fluent in English with strong communication skills.