Field Specialist 4 - Managed Pressure Drilling

The Field Specialist IV leads Weatherford’s MPD operations, risk management, and QHSSE initiatives across field and shop locations. They supervise all technical and procedural aspects of MPD execution, including equipment readiness, team  leadership, and job performance. They drive client engagement, training, inventory control, and service optimization. These specialists manage documentation, oversee green tagging, and conduct root cause analyses. They mentor junior staff, support succession planning, and participate in talent development strategies. As senior field leaders, they ensure that operations align with Weatherford’s safety culture, financial accountability, and technical standards while maximizing service reliability and efficiency.

Responsibilities:

• Champion the highest standards of safety, security and environmental protection by enforcing Weatherford’s security, compliance and HSE policies across all operations

• Drive a culture of continual improvement in safety by implementing initiatives that address process weaknesses, incorporate new technologies and leverage feedback

• Conduct and lead safety meetings, toolbox talks and JHA sessions daily, ensuring issues are resolved and safety measures are fully adopted

• Assume full technical and safety responsibility for all Managed Pressure Drilling (MPD) operations at the rig site

• Execute and oversee rig-up, operation, troubleshooting and rig-down of MPD systems including RCD element changes, pressure testing and flow path set up

• Demonstrate mastery in operating and maintain all MPD equipment while applying knowledge of downhole theory and event identification

• Conduct engineering checks, hand calculations and software based updates using current field data to align operations with evolving well conditions

• Analyse operational performance and provide strategic technical recommendations to optimise service quality and meet client goals

• Act as the senior technical advisor to internal terms and clients, supporting problem solving, data interpretation and field planning

• Manage onsite inventory, track supplies and ensure timely submission of signed job tickets and logistical requests

• Lead rood cause analysis for equipment failures, collaborating with the Repair & Maintenance team to resolve issues and close the feedback loop with clients

• Oversee green tagging and equipment verification before mobilisation, ensuring readiness and adherence to documentation standards

• Ensure preventative maintenance is performed and that non-functional equipment is submitted for repair promptly

• Lead and manage daily operations in the shop as needed, including equipment preparation and coordination of shipment to job sites

• Manage crew shifts and rotations while promoting adherence to QHSSE policies, technical procedures and performance expectations

• Communicate daily with client representatives, field engineers to maintain alignment and address challenges

• Lead pre and post job meetings with clients

• Provide ongoing technical support and recommendations

• Ensure accurate, timely documentation of all well data, drilling programs, operational events and in the Weatherford Performance Tracking System (WPTS)

• Prepare and submit comprehensive End of Well Reports

Required:

• 7+ years in a similar role
• Managed Pressure Drilling (MPD) experience
• Fluent English both written and verbal
• Arabic would be an advantage

Qualifications:

Diploma in Engineering