Principal Drilling Engineer needed At WTS Energy

Lead a team of drilling / completion and well test engineers in planning and supporting the safe and efficient delivery of development and appraisal wells for a new project in water-depths between 200ft and 700ft, offshore Nigeria.
Operations involve the following special challenges:
High angle / extended reach drilling from platforms in various water depths with the potential for some subsea wells,
Casing cementations (long cement columns)
Drilling normally pressured, depleted and potentially overpressured reservoirs
Interaction with other departments (G&G, Engineering / Construction)
Split reporting lines
Third party staff, service and equipment quality
Complex supply chain and logistics

Minimum of 15 years relevant experience, of which at least 5 in a similar position.
Extensive experience involving platform / jack-up operations, knowledge of semi’s and onshore operations would be beneficial.
Previous Nigerian / West African experience is advantageous.
Technical / engineering qualification required.
IWCF sub sea well control at supervisory level or equivalent.
Exemplary HSE leadership.
Strong drive for continuous performance improvement.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, capable of leading effectively in a multi-cultural society.
Team leadership capabilities
Completion and testing experience
Able to work under sustained high workload, meet tight deadlines yet still deliver quality work
Competency with drilling engineering software
Proficiency with spreadsheets, word processors and presentation software.
Excellent knowledge of drilling engineering and international industry standards, ideally acquired while working for a large international operator.
Good organisation and project management skills, ensuring efficient application of the company’s well delivery and commercial processes.
Contracts and contractor management.

Terms & Conditions Principal Drilling Engineer – Planning

Client is international exploration and production company.

Lagos, Nigeria

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