Head of Drilling Completions

Key Responsibilities

• Leadership & Management:
• Lead, manage, and report on all drilling activities in alignment with Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) guidelines, company policies, and government regulations.
• Provide strategic direction and leadership to the Drilling & Completions team, fostering a culture of safety, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.
• Well Delivery Management:
• Oversee the development and implementation of the well delivery management system.
• Ensure well delivery processes align with technical standards, contract requirements, and budget constraints.
• Operational Planning:
• Plan, direct, and coordinate the preparation of operational and engineering programs for drilling, completions, well testing, frac/stimulation, and workover operations.
• Optimize operational plans to minimize Non-Productive Time (NPT) and improve cost-effectiveness.
• Departmental Oversight:
• Manage and coordinate all activities within the Drilling & Completions department.
• Monitor and analyze operational performance, implementing initiatives to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.
• Performance Improvement:
• Drive the development and implementation of performance improvement initiatives, leveraging appropriate technologies and optimizing resource management.
• Ensure continuous improvement in drilling and completions processes through innovation and best practices.
• Stakeholder Collaboration:
• Collaborate with Joint Venture Partners, Drilling Contractors, Asset Managers, G&G, Petroleum/Reservoir Engineering, Logistics, Contracts, Procurement, Finance, and Human Resources to meet departmental goals.
• Serve as the primary interface between the Drilling & Completions department and other key stakeholders.
• Financial Management:
• Ensure all drilling and completion/workover operations are executed within asset timing and budget guidelines.
• Manage departmental budgets, ensuring cost-effective operations without compromising safety or quality.