Oando Plc is one of Africa’s largest integrated energy solutions providers with a proud heritage. It has a primary listing on the Nigerian Stock Exchange and a secondary listing on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange.

Job Summary:

• Supervise the drilling operations and associated activities and ensure it is in accordance with the well program.
• Ensure drilling operations are carried out in a safe, efficient and productive manner.

• Ensure subordinates understand and apply guidelines of the Company QHSE manual and rig specific procedures.Authority I
• Inform the Senior Toolpusher or OIM of any incidents, potential hazards or abnormal situations. Authority I
• Actively participate in the weekly meetings, Quality Improvement Plan program, and all other Company safety management systems. Authority I
• Ensure that kick drills are carried out regularly and recorded. Authority I
• Ensure a high standard of hygiene and housekeeping is maintained onboard the rig. Authority I

• Meets the training requirements as per the applicable training matrix Authority I
• Mentor, develop and train crew members to ensure they are competent to work at their next job level.Authority II
• Provide leadership and motivation to rig personnel. Authority I
• Ensure all subordinates receive an annual performance appraisal.
• Recommend promotion or disciplinary action up to and including discharge.Authority I
• Assist in training to ensure all personnel are competent to perform their allocated job. Authority I
• Make recommendations for promotions. Authority II

• Ensure pre-job meeting is carried out for all non-routine drilling operations.Authority I
• Ensure the Driller is informed on an ongoing basis as to the well program objectives and communicate any changes in plans. Authority I
• Monitor the maintenance, repair and installation of all drilling equipment including repair, lubrication, maintenance records, and inventory levels. Authority I
• Maintain records of inspections and certification of drilling equipment, tools and tubular.Authority I
• Ensure the mud mixing systems and solid control equipment are being monitored constantly and properly maintainedAuthority I
• Relieve the Driller at the Driller’s console as operational requirement demands.Authority I
• Partake in the daily operations meeting with the OIM, Senior Toolpusher and other rig department heads. Authority I
• Monitor the application of the Company Preventative Maintenance System program within the drilling department.Authority I
• Review and approve all drilling related work permits. Authority II
• Supervise equipment preparation for impending drilling operations. Authority II
• Assist in planning the job activities of the drilling department and associated activities. Authority II
• Ensure that well control requirements are in place according to operational requirements – assist in supervising well killing operations in an emergency situation.Authority II
• Perform all well control calculations (i.e. mud weight increase, initial and final circulating pressures, number of strokes, et cetera).Authority II
• Assist the Senior Toolpusher or OIM in coordinating the activities of third party personnel responsible for various aspects of the well program.Authority II
• Review the daily drilling operations report for accuracy and approve accordingly.Authority II
• Prepare Requisition Purchase Orders for equipment or parts necessary to keep the drilling operation free of downtime. Assist in ensuring sufficient stock of parts and materials are maintained Authority II
• Assist in the planning, organisation and supervision of rig move operations Authority II
• Maintain proper communication with the Senior Toolpusher and OIM regarding the progress of drilling and associated operations. Authority II
• Recommend adjustments to drilling parameters as necessary so as to improve the overall drilling operation’s performance Authority III
• Promote and maintain an effective working relationship with other departments, third party personnel and Client Representatives.

• High school diploma or equivalent. Work experience and demonstrated ability of oral and written communications may be substituted in lieu of formal education.
• Knowledge of all technical calculations required for the safe operation of the drilling.
• Basic computer skills.
• Valid medical and vaccination certificate.

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