Rigless Drilling Operations Foreman (Saudi Arabia)

About the role

The Rigless Drilling Operations Foreman supervises and coordinates rigless drilling, well completion and workover activities at onshore and offshore well sites. The role ensures that well programs are executed safely, efficiently and on time, in line with approved procedures, industry standards and Saudi Aramco requirements.

Key responsibilities

• Supervise rigless drilling, well completion and workover operations at remote onshore and offshore locations.
• Ensure operations follow approved well programs, SOPs, industry best practice and HSE standards.
• Coordinate contractors, well services, equipment, materials, logistics, transportation and site support.
• Ensure compliance with Blowout Prevention (BOP) standards, equipment testing and emergency response procedures.
• Monitor progress, materials, equipment, service-company activities and costs, keeping accurate daily reports.
• Check contractor compliance with contracts, personnel competency and equipment specifications.
• Identify cost optimisation and operational improvements without compromising safety or well objectives.
• Provide field guidance and on-the-job training to less experienced personnel.

Required profile

• Proven experience in rigless drilling, well completion or well workover operations.
• Experience supervising complex or critical wells, such as deep, high-pressure, sour-gas or highly deviated wells.
• Willingness to work a 28-days-on/28-days-off rotational schedule at remote onshore or offshore locations.

Required skills

• Well-site safety and BOP requirements.
• Drilling and workover procedures and contractor management.
• Knowledge of Saudi Aramco standards and procedures is highly preferred.