Workover Supervisor

Expat role on a 28/28 rotation  in Algeria - onshore gas projects - with a major western operator.
Very long term work. Starts Q1 2027. 

The WO Supervisor is the on-site representative for the Company. They are responsible for ensuring the work is completed in accordance with Procedures, the Work Over Program, Algerian regulations, HSE policy and procedures, policies and procedures, and to protect GB’s interests in every respect.
 
The WO Supervisor is the Company on-site representative. Their attitude, appearance and manner reflect their opinion of the Company and shape the opinions of others in this regard.
 
Required Experience:

• Minimum 10 years of experience, which include working as operator/contractor WO supervisor, with the last 5 years as Day WO Supervisor for operator. Experience in completion engineering and as toolpusher is an advantage.
• Ability to supervise both drilling and completion operations.

 
Qualifications:

• Proficiency in Landmark software “OPEN WELLS”.
• Highly proficient in English, written and spoken. Knowledge of French and Arabic is an advantage
• Valid IWCF well control level 4 (Supervisory Level) or equivalent required

 
Additional experience/requirements:

• Experience in drilling operations is preferred.
• Ability to work in a culturally diverse, remote and challenging environment, particularly desert.

 
Essential Job Functions:
 

• The WO Supervisor is the official rep on the rig, ensuring the interest is best served. The direct point of contact from group, with the on-site service providers.
• Ensures that all work is done efficiently, safely, and in accordance with approved GB Drilling and completion Manual, established company practices and procedures, applicable laws and government rules and regulations (Algerian Oil & Gas Regulations).
• Develops and issues verbal and written instructions to the contractor Toolpusher and the service company representatives for desired changes in operations. Monitors the operations to ensure the required changes are performed.
• Ensure the operations are conducted in the best interest of the group. Discusses future operations plans with the Drilling Superintendent and the Completion Engineer in an effort to optimize and eliminate problems.

 


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