Specialist, Drilling (Cementing II)

Role Overview

Specialist, Drilling (Cementing II) at ADNOC. This role manages drilling operations, project delivery, and technical oversight for exploration and development activities.

Role Purpose

Set and manage lump sum turnkey campaign scope of work with all related activities. Manage unconventional drilling and testing activities including UBD, MLT, and multi-stage frac operations. Manage project cost control and rig schedule.

Key Responsibilities

Drilling Operations & Project Management

• Report and update on drilling and well operations activities related to the Biogenic Shallow Gas project to ensure conformity with plan and program.
• Lead and direct the Drilling Integrated Project Management teams of assigned service companies to execute ADNOC Exploration Biogenic Gas wells in line with plans.
• Endorse and approve drilling programs and well plans provided by LSTK/IPM teams.
• Endorse and approve the AFE for subjected wells.

Planning & Technical Direction

• Define Full Field Development Plans and exploration requirements through close collaboration with Petroleum Engineers, Reservoir Engineers, and Petrophysicists.
• Advise the Exploration Function on all drilling-related matters including planning, well prognosis, and technical requirements.

Supervision & Team Development

• Plan, supervise, and coordinate all activities in the assigned area to meet functional objectives.
• Train and develop assigned staff on relevant skills to enable proficiency and delivery of business objectives.

Budget & Cost Control

• Provide input for preparation of Function, Division, Department, and Section budgets.
• Assist in implementation of approved budgets and work plans to deliver business objectives.
• Investigate and highlight significant variances to support effective performance and cost control.

Policy & Process Management

• Implement approved Function, Division, Department, and Section policies, processes, systems, standards, and procedures in line with Company and International standards.

Performance & Innovation

• Contribute to achievement of approved Performance Objectives for the Function, Division, Department, and Section in line with the Company Performance framework.
• Design and implement new tools and techniques to improve quality and efficiency of operational processes.
• Identify improvements in internal processes against best practices to define intelligent solutions for issues confronting the function in line with best industry standards.

Health, Safety, Environment & Sustainability

• Comply with relevant HSE policies, procedures, controls, applicable legislation, and sustainability guidelines in line with international standards, best practices, and ADNOC Code of Practices.

Reporting

• Provide inputs to prepare MIS and progress reports for Company Management.

Qualifications & Experience

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent.

Experience

• Minimum 8 years of related experience in Drilling/Workover Engineering and Operations.
• Previous experience with OPCOs preferred, specifically in UAE.
• Experience from both rig activities and office-based work.
• Experience from both offshore and onshore operations.
• Experience in drilling new technologies including UBD, MPD, CTD, and ERD.
• Experience in business planning for wells and drilling operations.
• Proven track record of leading drilling teams in operations or engineering roles.

Professional Certifications

• As applicable.

Skills & Competencies

• Professional user of drilling software, with Landmark package preferred.
• Ability to manage and direct integrated project management teams.
• Technical expertise in unconventional drilling and testing operations.

Additional Information

Work Environment

• A/C environment with occasional exposure to prevailing weather conditions including heat, humidity, and dust during site visits.

Physical Effort

• Minimal.

Internal & External Relationships

• Daily contact with members in Exploration and Drilling.
• Frequent contact with other upstream Divisions regarding drilling operations.
• Frequent contact with JVs, OPCOs, ADNOC Drilling, and SPC's drilling staff to discuss daily operations.
• Frequent contact with drilling service providers and rig equipment manufacturers.
• Regular contact with external drilling service providers.