Senior Tool Pusher (Kuwait) Kuwait City

Requirements

Candidates must have at least 8 years of experience in land drilling and workover operations, including 3 years as a Night Tool Pusher. A valid Well Control certificate and proficiency in English and Microsoft Office are required.

Job Summary

Job Summary:

Superior authority at rig location for the operational safety, efficiency,
drilling integrity and client relations, implementation and upholding of safety
to prevent injuries, preserve life, protect equipment while maintaining
compliance with environmental requirements. Provide onboard leadership and
direction for department leaders, for meeting the client drilling program
requirements while considering company procedures and allocated rig budget.

Roles & Responsibilities:

Rig Operations:

* Organize and supervise the activities of drilling, moving and maintenance
departments of the drilling unit to effectively carry out management and
command functions in compliance with company procedures.
* Communicates with the Rig Manager in reviewing and discussing the client’s
projected well program before operations commence and throughout the well as
necessary to stay abreast of pertinent operational activities and time
factors. Ensure well programs, schedules are well known to the drilling crew
and adequate written instructions are given and that necessary rig
procedures, including JSA and PTW are prepared on time and with good quality
for the actual operations.
* Ensure that necessary Management of Change or Deviation is approved in
Synergi prior to operation starts.
* Manage & review the execution of the drilling program in coordination with
Client Representative and rig department heads through the daily operations
plans (IADC logs).
* Make all decisions in conjunction with departments’ heads regarding
utilization of equipment, making sure the rig and support equipment is
properly maintained and fit for purpose.
* Ensure the availability of the optimum quantity of rig supplies, parts,
materials, fuel, lubricants, potable water for the drilling program are
onboard.
* Determines when to cease resume operations, as per company procedures in
cooperation with the Rig Manager.
* Plan, approve, and supervise rig activities such as equipment maintenance,
preventive maintenance program, repairs, daily maintenance of drilling
fluids, etc. Ensure all activities are coordinated with minimal loss of time
or effort.
* Overseeing that space-out drawings are correct and are posted in the drillers
cabin.
* Overseeing that post-jarring sheet are filled out and understood by night
Tool pusher and driller.

Rig Move:

* Plan all related rigs move activities, equipment, supplies, personnel in
compliance with the Rig move Procedures.
* Assesses the current and new location, considering factors such as safety,
lifting equipment availability at location, preparation for rig-up
operations,  
* Supervise the Rig move team during rigging down and rigging up activities to
ensure they are followed efficiently and safely.

Management of Major Emergencies:

* Acts as the command team leader during emergency situations, through leading
the Rig’s emergency response teams as detailed on the Emergency Plan and
Company Procedures.
* Ensure that all personnel are instructed in the procedures to be adopted in
the case of an emergency.
* Ensure that Well Control and general safety drills are held and recorded in
accordance with Company requirements.
* Ensure that housekeeping standards in all areas are in accordance with
Company requirements.

Client Management:

* Act as the primary client contact at location regarding all service provision
related matters.
* Communicate regularly with the client representative at location and ensure
that each party’s priorities, plans, rig progress and operational problems
are clearly communicated and understood to continually promote good relations
with the client.
* Represents the Company professionally, upholding the confidentiality of the
Company and client business both during and outside of work hours.
* Develops and maintains positive working relationships with other department
heads, supervisors, operator’s representatives, subcontractors, and all
personnel on the rig.

Reporting and Documentation:

* Maintains proper logs and records, promptly submitting required reports as
per company protocols and regulatory standards.
* Prepare accurate and timely reports, including daily drilling reports,
equipment status reports, and incident reports to document drilling
activities and operational performance.
* Review all operational/technical bulletins, communicate pertinent points to
crew members and implement all directives as required.
* Assist management in initiating, monitoring, and recording all maintenance
and repairs work in collaboration with maintenance department.

People Management & Development:

* Establishes and maintains good working relationships with the crew, clients,
and third-party personnel, promoting effective collaboration between
departments.
* Provide clear instructions to their team regarding their duties,
responsibilities, and any necessary safety precautions prior to commencing
work.
* Mentor, develop and train their team to ensure safe and effective operations.
* Identifies opportunities for skill and career advancement, works to support
the professional growth of their team.
* Ensure their team receives the necessary required training in line with the
training matrix to perform their duties safely and effectively through
on-the-job training, classroom training, and participation in safety drills
and exercises.
* Support, promote and actively participate in ADES’s Competency Assurance
Program for their team.
* Evaluates the performance of their team on constant and fair feedback basis,
identify areas for improvement, drive the ADVANCE process to formalize a
performance management culture.
* Oversees the catering staff, ensuring proper hygiene is practiced with
respect to the quality, storage and preparation of food, cleanliness of the
kitchen and accommodation, hospital upkeep and medical care, suitable
drinking water including suitable laundry facilities to maintain clean linen
and towels. 

Job Requirements:

Education & Experience:

* Minimum educational level required: High School or Vocational/Technical
Qualification.
* Minimum (8) years of working experience in Land drilling and workover
operations with renowned drilling contractors with a career history showing
time served as Driller, Tool pusher.
* Minimum previous experience of (3) years as a Night Tool pusher in a land
drilling operation. 

Skills/Competencies Required:

* Fluent in English (written & spoken).
* PC literate in Microsoft Office.
* Business & Financial Acumen, Leadership, Situation Awareness, Communication,
Team Management, Performance shaping factors— stress and fatigue, Problem
Solving, Agility & Pace.

Certifications:

* As per ADES Training Matrix.
* Valid Well Control (Well Sharp / IADC) Certificate 

Responsibilities

The Senior Tool Pusher is responsible for the operational safety, efficiency, and drilling integrity at the rig location while managing client relations and rig department heads. They oversee all drilling activities, rig moves, and emergency response protocols to ensure compliance with company and environmental standards.

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