Any Nationality Can Apply

Purpose of Job:

·         To supervise and manage the execution of all drill operations and, ensuring that all objectives are met in a safe and efficient manner keeping in line with all regulatory requirements.

1.      Management

·         Co-ordinate and provide the necessary leadership to carry out all activities with respect to the various drilling programmers.

·         Co-ordinate the collection of all data to be sent back to the base office and/or client, and to ensure the correctness, content and quality of such data. To be the custodian and responsible person for the drilling reporting.

·         Monitor plans, programs and work progress and reports to management accordingly

·         Co-ordinate activities with third party supervisory personnel on the drilling crews.

·         Ensure equipment and materials meet quality control standards and regulatory requirements.

·         Ensure an adequate inventory of equipment and materials is maintained on the drilling units to carry out the work.

·         Ensure compliance with all regulations pertaining to the work and report any deviations.

·         Train, develop and motivate subordinates (also from other disciplines and contractors), and render technical support and guidance with the aim to promote team spirit.

2.      Operations

·         See to all pre-project planning of client’s projections.

·         Ensure procedures employed meet acceptable technical standards as well as project policy and procedures.

·         Interpret drilling and testing results and provide technical advice and assistance to the exploration crew.

·         Perform independent calculations to ensure technical validity and correctness of contractors’ work should third party operators be used.

·         Conduct a performance assessment of work performed by the drilling crew.

3.       Reporting

·         Provide a complete report on all routine daily drilling and cost control parameters required by management and the regulatory bodies.

·          Evaluate and report on the performance of drilling crews to safeguard the technical and commercial interests of the company.

4.      HSE

·         Manage HSE systems of the exploration project.

·         Observe all company health, safety and environmental instructions, act in a safe manner and avoid unnecessary risks to themselves and others.

·         A University degree in mining or drilling

         Minimum 3 -  5 years drilling experience with an operating company.

·         Formal qualification in drilling technology

·         Industry related training

·         Demonstrate leadership & communication skills

·         Ability to build and maintain excellent relationships with colleagues and peers

·         Analytical and have an attention to detail

·         English language

·         Excellent communication skills, both oral and written