Job description / Role Job Type
Full Time Job Location
Basra, Iraq Nationality
Any Nationality Salary
Not Specified Gender
Not Specified Arabic Fluency
Not Specified Job Function
Safety & Environment Company Industry
Oil & Gas Wood is currently recruiting for a Drilling Superintendent to join its Singapore business unit focusing on efficient management and oversight of operational drilling activities for a major onshore brownfield project in Basra, Iraq on 4x4 rotation.

This is a full-time onsite position in Basra, Iraq, with travel requirements.

Responsibilities

Remarkable people, trusted by clients to design and advance the world.

Wood is currently recruiting for a Drilling Superintendent to join its Singapore business unit focusing on efficient management and oversight of operational drilling activities for a major onshore brownfield project in Basra, Iraq on 4x4 rotation.

This is a full-time onsite position in Basra, Iraq, with travel requirements.

The role

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Drilling Superintendent to join our Singapore Business Unit.

Our clients and projects

Designing the future. Transforming the world.

Wood is an integral part of operations in Iraq, and we are continuing to grow our footprint across the country. With a 90-year heritage, 10 major contracts, and over 850 employees, we have the skills, expertise, and asset knowledge to support clients to deliver energy security and decarbonisation ambitions.

Wood excels in supporting our clients to deliver complex upstream and midstream oil and gas projects in Iraq delivering maintenance, modifications, and engineering solutions. We are committed to decarbonising existing assets, producing cleaner energy, and developing a sustainable national workforce, ensuring the long-term growth of the region.

What we can offer Meaningful and interesting projects delivered to high-profile clients and complex projects in Iraq Commitment to diversity and inclusion; we are an organisation actively committed to diversity and inclusion across our business with employee networks committed to giving all employees a voice Competitive salary with regular salary reviews to ensure we are rewarding at the right level in line with the market Medical insurance: ensures inpatient and outpatient medical care is available should you require treatment Commitment to continued professional development; development plans that are tailored to your individual needs and interests Global connections: join experts around the world who are at the leading edge of our industry, shaping the standards of our profession Job purpose

Primary function

To conduct the day-to-day safe and efficient management and oversight of operational drilling activities carried out by the turnkey drilling contractor To contribute to the work plan with all other parties being the Wells Planner, Contractor, and Sub Surface To maximize the efficiency and utilization of resources

Job role and interfaces

To ensure safety plans and operational procedures are adhered to under the terms of the relevant bridging document by means of recorded site visits and periodic audits To conduct periodic management site visits with contractor and service company management as per the department schedule To contribute, as required, to the development and review of company and department systems and processes including FOMS (The Field Operating Management System) To actively participate in the training and development of local national employees, including agency personnel To work with and directly communicate with and support personnel on location To maintain close communication with the Wells Superintendent, Wells Manager, and Client counterparts at all times To check and review drilling programmes and advise accordingly To maintain a close and mutual advisory function with the Drilling Engineering Team To be fully aware of the terms of the contract and ensure the terms are adhered to and to flag up any inconsistencies and/or non-compliance meetings and communications with and between all involved parties To ensure quality standards are maintained and wherever possible improved To embrace and actively contribute to promoting a culture of continuous improvement To actively and effectively manage, develop, and support all subordinate staff To actively encourage others to contribute to the work process through direct participation and other means of involvement To be aware of and take into account local community issues To contribute to the management reporting and forecasting needs of the organisation To contribute when required to the budgeting and tendering processes Establish effective working relationships with contractor companies, management, and logistics functions Good analytical skills and able to conduct root cause and incident investigations Qualifications

What makes you remarkable?

At Wood, we are committed to equal opportunities and welcome all talented individuals to consider joining our team. So even if you don't match every statement below but feel you have some of the experience, knowledge, or skills needed for this role, we encourage you to apply. It will take all of us working together to deliver solutions to the world's most critical challenges.

Expected:

Minimum of 20 years' experience required in drilling-related engineering or rig operations at a senior engineer or superintendent level Minimum BS Degree desirable (engineering preferred), or time served equivalent Well-developed skills using MS Office software and tools Ability to work well with others in a culturally diverse, multi-functional team environment. Able to interact effectively with peers, service, and contractor representatives Must be a self-starter and motivated individual Proven ability to manage a project Experience of operations in Southern Iraq Fractured carbonate, depleted reservoirs, and drilling with total losses

Education and qualifications

Minimum BS Degree desirable (engineering preferred), or time served equivalent Minimum IADC/IWCF Level 4 Well Control certification (within 2 years validity) Professional courses or certificates related to the drilling industry About the Company

Wood is a global leader in consulting and engineering, helping to unlock solutions to critical challenges in energy and materials markets. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in 60 countries, employing around 35,000 people.

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