Provide specialist technical input to Drilling Operations on drilling and completion fluids through the review and preparation of drilling and completion fluid programs to ensure safe and efficient drilling performance and the minimum impairment of reservoirs in an economic and environmentally acceptable manner.
Attend all pre-spud meetings for offshore wells to ensure that the drilling and completion fluid aspects are full understood by operational staff and the on-site mud engineer.
To ensure that the contract is implemented in accordance with COMPANY standards and requirements and that corrective action is taken by the contractor in the event of problems or poor performance.
Evaluate and make recommendations on the implementation of new developments (techniques, chemicals, products etc.) in drilling and completion fluids.
Monitor and manage data on costs and technical performance of drilling and completion fluids and techniques. Report findings, lessons learnt and document successes / failures in technical report.
Ensure full compliance with COMPANY Quality and HSE policies and procedures. Set a clear leadership example to promote a high degree of Quality, Health, Safety and Environment awareness. Ensure that process safety and personal safety requirements are fully understood and implemented by the fluids contractor and by operational staff.
Assist in technical and HSE audits/inspections as required by management ensure contractors / suppliers comply with COMPANY regulations / requirements.
Identify the need for contract variations for equipment, materials and services not covered under the contract. Initiate variations and ensure variations are completed in time.
Qualification/Skills:
Qualification: Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Science
Minimum 8 years of related experience in offshore drilling operations support
Fit for offshore trip
Note: Only those applicants who meet the above criteria will be contacted as part of shortlisting process
