Weatherford

Oilfield services provider and equipment supplier

Directional Drilling Specialist / Drilling Services

Equipment Field ServiceConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeNisku, AB, CanadaNo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

A minimum of 2+ years of directional drilling experience is required.
At least 2 years of experience as a driller or derrick-hand is required.
Hands-on experience with rotary steerable tools is required.
Comprehensive knowledge of Drilling Systems products and services is required.
Ability to effectively interact with rig-site personnel at all levels is required.
Strong problem-solving abilities and the capacity to work independently with minimal supervision are required.
Strong organizational, troubleshooting, and teamwork skills are required.
A high degree of self-discipline and motivation is required.

Responsibilities

Lead and supervise wellsite directional drilling operations to achieve target paths safely and economically.
Oversee bottom hole assembly configuration according to engineering specifications.
Manage the operation, inspection, and maintenance of motors and downhole tools at rig sites.
Execute Rotary Steerable System operations.
Generate daily and final well reports, maintain accurate well profile plots, and provide directional survey data to customers.
Supervise, mentor, and train directional drilling team members across all experience levels.
Collaborate with measurement-while-drilling teams to optimize bottom hole assembly specifications and engineering parameters.
Serve as the primary communication liaison between wellsite personnel, internal teams, and customer representatives.
Maintain detailed equipment records for all wellsite tools.
Support marketing, sales, and promotion of company products and services.
Enforce safety protocols, participate in mandatory safety meetings, and uphold Quality, Health, Safety, and Environmental standards.

Join our team as a Directional Drilling Field Specialist and leverage cutting-edge technology to deliver premium directional drilling and downhole services. This hands-on leadership role combines technical expertise with team management, ensuring safe and economical wellsite operations while achieving precise target paths for our valued customers.

Roles and Responsibilities

Lead and supervise wellsite directional drilling operations to achieve target paths safely and economically
Oversee bottom hole assembly (BHA) configuration according to engineering specifications
Manage operation, inspection, and maintenance of motors and downhole tools at rig sites
Execute Rotary Steerable System (RSS) operations with precision
Generate comprehensive daily and final well reports, maintain accurate well profile plots, and provide directional survey data to customers
Supervise, mentor, and train directional drilling team members across all experience levels (DD I, DD II, DD III)
Collaborate with MWD teams to optimize BHA specifications and engineering parameters
Serve as primary communication liaison between wellsite personnel, internal teams, and customer representatives
Maintain detailed equipment records for all wellsite tools
Support marketing, sales, and promotion of company products and services
Enforce all safety protocols, participate in mandatory safety meetings, and demonstrate unwavering commitment to Quality, Health, Safety, and Environmental standards

Skills and Education

Minimum 2+ years of directional drilling experience required
2+ years of experience as a Driller or Derrick-hand
Hands-on experience with Rotary Steerable tools
Comprehensive knowledge of Drilling Systems products and services
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with ability to effectively interact with rig-site personnel at all levels
Strong problem-solving abilities with capacity to work independently with minimal supervision
Outstanding organizational, troubleshooting, and teamwork skills
Positive attitude with high degree of self-discipline and motivation

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About the Company

Weatherford

Oilfield services provider and equipment supplier

Weatherford International provides oilfield services and equipment to the global oil and gas industry. Its offerings cover the lifecycle of a well, from exploration and drilling to completion and production, using a range of tools, technologies, and field teams to support operators in locating, creating, and optimizing wells. The company differentiates itself through its long history, expansive global footprint, and a strategy built on growth through acquisitions to broaden its service capabilities, followed by a restructuring after bankruptcy to create a leaner, more adaptable business. Its goal is to help customers extract hydrocarbons efficiently and safely while navigating the changing energy market with a solid financial foundation.

Company size: 10,001+
Company stage: IPO
Headquarters: Baar, Switzerland
Founded: 1941

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