Toolpusher, Senior Toolpusher Jobs at Oando Nigeria

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Vacancy Title Senior Toolpusher
Department Rig Operations

Date Published Jan 24, 2012
Closing Date Feb 8, 2012

Vacancy Description
JOB SUMMARY:
· A focal point in all efforts to optimize safe operational performance of the rig through continuous improvement. Direct liaison with the Client representatives on all issues related in ensuring that the objectives of the well are being met.

· Assist in supervising the drilling operations and associated activities. Assist in optimizing the planning of the well construction steps.

· Meet and exceed KSM’s.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

EHSQ Management
· Actively participate at Pre-tour meetings, THINK Drills and risk assessments. Authority I

· Help and encourage the crews with safe working practices. Authority I

· Monitor adherence to established procedures and evaluate the Authority II

People Development
· Mentor, develop and train Drillers and Assistant Drillers to ensure they are competent to work at their current job level. Authority II

· Provide leadership and motivation to rig personnel in the OIM’s absence. Authority II

· Assist in training to ensure all drilling personnel are competent to perform their allocated job. Authority II.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Operations:

· Proactive in planning, communicating and anticipating the Client’s needs. Authority I

· This to include planning for the next 24 to 72 hours, and to assist in ensuring current operations are run as efficiently and safely as possible.

· Assist in ensuring that the working relationship with the Client is conducive to high operational & safety performance. Authority I

· Where necessary review the drilling program at the earliest opportunity for Authority I

· Completeness and suggest improvements. This will bring detailed practical rig knowledge to the well planning and critical to ensure all equipment and tools are available and ready when needed.

· As required attend onshore client meetings, including pre-spud meetings to Authority II

· Input practical rig knowledge into the well planning process.

· To actively participate in daily meetings with the crews at Authority I

· The start of each shift to review operations for the next 24 to 72 hours with reference to rig target time and implementation of previous lessons learnt and opportunities. Authority I

· Ensure that the crews are aware of where they are against the plan, e.g. depth vs. time graphs, tripping speeds et cetera. This does not mean that the Performance Toolpusher is responsible for the generation of the depth vs. time curves, KSM’s et cetera. Authority I

· To be a focal point for, and encourage, any suggestions or idea’s to Authority I

· Enhance the safety and drilling performance. This can be during pre tour,meetings, safety meetings et cetera. Authority I

· To assist with the implementation of any “lessons learnt” that are of Authority II

· Benefit and ensure that feed back is given to the individual crewmembers who have raised lessons and suggestions. Ensure lessons learnt are shared with the Client and Rig Supervisors. Authority I

· To be at the worksite at all relevant times, assisting and overseeing critical operations. Authority I

· Plan and supervise equipment preparation for impending drilling operations. Authority I

· Keep the OIM informed of all events and occurrences likely to cause a deviation from the operational schedule. Authority I

· Recommend adjustments to drilling parameters as necessary so as to improve performance. Authority II

· Train the Drillers and Assistant Drillers on the input for the GRS drilling report. Authority II

· Prepare brief reports to capture improvements, lessons learnt et cetera and on pass to both Client and Crews. Authority I

Education:

· Sound knowledge of the well planning processes.
· Sound knowledge of drilling practices and equipment.

· Ability to challenge existing well construction methods & provide innovative solutions to reduce well

· construction costs and Key Service Measures (KSM’s).

· Ability to engage all of the crew and 3rd party service company personnel to assist in reducing well construction costs and KSM’s.

· Extensive knowledge and use of Global Reporting System (GRS).

· Ability to provide strong leadership.

· Excellent communication skills.

· Knowledge of all technical calculations required for the safe operation of the drilling unit.

· Valid Well Control certificate, and other Safety Training courses (regulatory and non regulatory).

· Valid medical examination and vaccination certificates.

DEFINITION OF DECISION MAKING AUTHORITY:
Authority I: To act.
Authority II: To act but inform supervisor and/or other interested parties.
Authority III: To obtain supervisor’s approval before acting.
Note: The above is not a complete list of duties but a guide as tasks and objectives can change on need

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Vacancy Title Toolpusher
Department Rig Operations

Date Published Jan 24, 2012
Closing Date Feb 7, 2012

Vacancy Description
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.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

EHSQ Management
· 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

People Development
· 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

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Operations/Maintenance

· 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.

Education:
· 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.

DEFINITION OF DECISION MAKING AUTHORITY:
Authority I: To act.
Authority II: To act but inform supervisor and/or other interested parties.
Authority III: To obtain supervisor’s approval before acting.
Note: The above is not a complete list of duties but a guide as tasks and objectives can change on needs.
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