Senior Drilling Engineer - PSC
Wood is recruiting a Senior Drilling Engineer to support our client’s Operations and Maintenance team on a contract basis. Hybrid working - 3 days per week from Northop’s office.
Overview
Role summary: plan, engineer, organise, support and report on the client’s well operations and well abandon operations in a safe, efficient and cost-effective manner, applying accepted engineering practices to achieve technical objectives.
Responsibilities
* Contribute to planning of exploration, development and abandonment projects, providing technical inputs to optimise cost of well operations.
* Ensure full adherence to the well examination and the Safety Case 2015 regulation.
* Provide advice on reviewing the scope of work and technical specifications.
* Provide advice on pre-qualification and tender evaluation to ensure contractors and suppliers meet technical targets and company standards.
* Provide cost estimates for future well operations (probabilistic and deterministic approaches) and current AFE, ensuring data reliability; prepare risk assessments with the HSE Department.
* Appraise new technology products for applicability to client’s well operations and abandonment to improve time-cost performance and safety.
* Prepare all relevant documents for well operations and abandonment requested by regulatory bodies.
* Prepare and review drilling and abandonment programs and final reports; ensure technical analysis per SMS and corporate requirements and maintain an auditable trail.
* Provide engineering advice in operations follow-up.
* Assist the Operations Support Manager in contacts with partners and regulatory bodies with necessary documentation and reports.
* Review client non-operated activities with the same level of attention as operated activities.
* Review and update all Well operations procedures and manuals to ensure compliance with company policies and current legislation.
* Update technical improvements and recommend materials/equipment (e.g., drilling bits, downhole tools, motors) where appropriate.
* Ensure full adherence to the Company’s Health, Safety and Environment policies, procedures and standards.
What we can offer
* Meaningful and interesting projects delivered to leaders of industry across renewables and emerging energy sectors.
* Flexible working arrangements including hybrid and remote options where relevant.
* Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion; a workforce that values diverse perspectives.
* Competitive salary with regular reviews to reflect market levels.
* Flexible benefits package: 33 days annual leave (including public holidays), contributory pension, private medical cover, 4x base salary life insurance.
* Continued professional development with personalized development plans.
* Global connections with experts shaping industry standards.
Qualifications
What makes you remarkable? At Wood, we are an equal opportunity employer and welcome all talented individuals. If you have some of the experience, knowledge or skills needed, we encourage you to apply.
* Engineering/Science-based qualifications with numerate skills.
* Significant well engineering training and experience.
* Specific knowledge of drilling-related topics.
* General knowledge of related disciplines i.e. Geology, Petroleum Engineering and Reservoir.
* Operational wellsite experience.
* Good operating knowledge of Microsoft Suite.
* IWCF (International Well Control Forum).
* Valid BOSIET.
About Us
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. www.woodplc.com
Diversity Statement
We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.
Job Details
* Seniority level: Not Applicable
* Employment type: Full-time
* Job function: Engineering and Information Technology
* Industries: Professional Services
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