Directional Driller I - Nigeria

Responsibilities

• Provide on-site supervision of the Directional Drilling (DD) process including projection of well path to predetermined target coordinates.
• Serve in a subordinate role on any job under general supervision.
• Understand principles of Bottom Hole Assembly (BHA) selection and aspects of DD performance; ensure BHAs are assembled as planned including correct make-up torque, doping, and handling.
• Utilize DD computer software and assist in providing advice and analysis to the client representative at the well site, including all survey calculations and well path projections.
• Update well profile plots and provide client representatives with accurate directional survey data.
• Maintain awareness of client requirements with regards to surveying procedures.
• Assist in completion of daily DD reports, BHA performance reports for each BHA run, service tickets, and relevant paperwork including well data spreadsheets, lessons learned, EJCS, and KPI forms.
• Maintain familiarity with the DD aspects of the client's approved drilling program.
• Assist in inspection of all DD company equipment delivered on the work site.
• Interface with the MWD engineer to ensure BHA compatibility, confirm planned operating parameters are within specification, and apply correct toolface references.
• Maintain records of all DD equipment at the well site including dimensional data and condition.
• Ensure all equipment is laid out after use in accordance with company procedures and manifested for backload at end of job.
• Participate in performance improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of field experience in Directional Drilling, LWD/MWD, or SDL.
• Proficiency in DD computer software for survey calculations and well path projections.
• Ability to read and interpret BHA dimensional data and directional drilling diagrams.
• Strong communication skills for client interaction and team coordination.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) or equivalent retirement savings plan.
• International assignment support.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Career development and Halliburton competency development programs.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Employee assistance program.

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