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Manager, Rig

🇦🇪 Abu Dhabi, UAE🏢 On-site
DrillingRig ManagementHSEMaintenanceOil & GasOperations Management
🌙 UAE Nationals (Emiratization targets mentioned)
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🌙 UAE Nationals (Emiratization targets mentioned)
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5000+ employees

Job Purpose

Supervise the operations on the assigned rig to ensure safe, environmentally friendly and timely completion of assigned drilling, work-over, maintenance and repair programs.

Job Specific Accountabilities (Part 1)

Supervise drilling, work-over and/or completion activities on assigned rig and meeting the schedules. Ensure that drilling/completion programs are adhered to at each step of the operation.
Plan, review and direct the receipt of materials and spares required for ongoing and contingent drilling operations on assigned rig.
Exercise general supervision over all maintenance activities on assigned rig to ensure that all drilling equipment is in good working conditions and directs preventive and/or break down maintenance/repairs.
Oversee shutdown maintenance to ensure that appropriate safety measures are taken and rig down time is confined to minimum levels.
Assume sole responsibility for the rig in the event of an emergency.
Ensure compliance with company HSE-MS, AIMS and regulations on assigned rig to ensure timely execution of assigned drilling/work-over/completion programs without prejudice to safety of assigned personnel, integrity of the rig, the environment, well and reservoir.
Oversee the catering services on assigned rig to ensure conformance to Company's standard of food, hygiene and good housekeeping.
Direct the work of non-company personnel and organizations engaged in activities on the rig.
Monitor the cost of rig operations and ensure compliance with budgetary limits. Ensure the security of capital asset items.
Establish and maintain good relations with contractor personnel located on site.

Job Specific Accountabilities (Part 2)

Job Specific Accountabilities (Part 3)

Generic Accountabilities

Management
Plan and supervise the activities of the personnel and resources of the Section to achieve the Department objectives in an efficient and cost-conscious manner while ensuring implementation of approved operational plans for the Section in line with Department objectives.
Develop the knowledge, competencies and innovative spirit in the Section and support the establishment of Personal Development Plans (PDP s), Succession Planning and Talent pipeline within the Section in coordination with the Human Capability Group to continuously develop employees with emphasis on UAE Nationals to meet Emiratization targets.
Budgets and Operational Plans
Compile and provide input for preparation of the Department budgets and regularly monitor expenditure against approved the Section budget levels.
Investigate, highlight and reconcile any significant variances to ensure effective performance and cost control.
Policies, Systems, Processes & Procedures
Lead the implementation of approved Section policies, processes, systems, standards, procedures and internal controls in order to support execution of the Department work programs in line with Company and International standards.
Performance Management
Implement the Company Performance Management System for individuals within the Section in accordance with Company approved guidelines and continuously monitor the achievement of the Section KPIs related to the approved Annual Performance Management Contract and the Balanced Score Card.
Organisation Structure and Development
Review, develop and recommend the appropriate organisation structure for the Department that will best utilise human capital while proactively incorporating sustainability into the on-going work practices to meet the business objectives.
Innovation and Continuous Improvement
Encourage innovation, enhance employee motivation and support initiatives for implementation of Change Management to continuously improve operations and services.
Propose improvements in internal processes against best practices in pursuit of greater efficiency in line with ISO standards in order to define intelligent solutions for issues confronting the Section.

Generic Accountabilities (continue)

Health, Safety, Environment (HSE) and Sustainability
Support the institution of an HSE culture and ensure compliance with relevant HSE policies, procedures, systems & controls and applicable legislation and sustainability guidelines across the Section in line with international standards, best practices and ADNOC Code of Practices.
Ensure adequate HSE training and induction for all Section employees to meet HSE standards.
Management Information Systems (MIS) and Reports
Prepare all Section MIS and progress reports to provide accurate and timely reports and necessary information to Company Management to effectively manage the business.

Internal Communications & Working Relationships

Contact with line Manager/ peers and other employees within the company/Group as required

External Communications & Working Relationships

Contact with external parties including consultants, third party service providers, and government agencies as required

Minimum Qualification

Degree in engineering discipline preferably Petroleum or Mechanical Engineering or equivalent supplemented by short training courses in drilling technology, safety measures, life saving and survival at sea.

Minimum Experience, Knowledge & Skills

10 years of experience

Professional Certifications

Valid I.W.CF certification Supervisory level.

Work Condition, Physical effort & Work Environment

Physical Effort
Minimal

Work Environment
A/C environment, could be exposed to the prevailing weather conditions like heat, humidity & dust during occasional site visits.

Additional Details

Job Family / Sub Family: Operations/Drilling Operations

Requirements

  • •Experience in supervising drilling, work-over, and completion activities
  • •Ability to plan and direct receipt of materials and spares
  • •Knowledge of HSE-MS, AIMS, and safety regulations
  • •Experience overseeing catering services and housekeeping standards
  • •Ability to manage non-company personnel and organizations
  • •Budget monitoring and cost control skills
  • •Experience in succession planning and talent development
  • •Knowledge of UAE Emiratization targets

Responsibilities

  • •Supervise drilling, work-over, and completion activities on assigned rigs
  • •Ensure adherence to drilling/completion programs at each step
  • •Direct preventive and breakdown maintenance/repairs for drilling equipment
  • •Oversee shutdown maintenance and minimize rig down time
  • •Assume sole responsibility for the rig during emergencies
  • •Ensure compliance with company HSE-MS and environmental regulations
  • •Monitor rig operation costs and ensure compliance with budgetary limits
  • •Lead implementation of approved section policies, systems, and standards

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ADNOC is a leading integrated energy and chemicals company based in the UAE. They are involved in exploration, production, refining, and distribution of oil and gas.

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