Supervisor, Drilling Fluids

Job Purpose

Supervise the optimization and formulation drilling and completion fluids as per the prescribed well program for each well. Contribute to improvements in overall well quality and cost optimization. Plan fluid requirements, build and maintain the relevant inventories and publish the associated report. 

Job Specific Accountabilities (Part 1)

•    Sample and analyze drilling mud at regular intervals as well as whenever required in order to ensure smooth and efficient drilling operations.
•    Calculate and report the daily low gravity solids percentages. Test Oil Based Mud (OBM) upon receiving and sending to mud plant.
•    Plan mud and chemical requirements based on drilling operational requirements.
•    Ensure the mud testing equipment are available on location, well maintained and calibrated.
•    Report the daily and cumulative mud utilization and cost, estimation of mud lost, and addition of fluids; 
•    Recommend on the proper use of solids control equipment.
•    Maintain an inventory of material and equipment related to own area of operation. Advises and supervises rig-crew during transfers.
•    Submit end of the section / well recap, including “Incident Report” whenever applicable, with observations and recommendations.
•    Participate in the product selection of chemicals and fluids to ensure fitness-for-purpose.
•    Ensure the quality and quantity of fluids delivered to drilling and work over sites as per set guidelines.
•    Ensure  the appropriateness of recycling, treatment and disposal of drilling fluids byproducts and wastes as per ADNOC waste management guidelines.

Job Specific Accountabilities (Part 2)

Job Specific Accountabilities (Part 3)

Generic Accountabilities

Supervision
•    Plan, supervise and coordinate all activities in the assigned area to meet functional objectives.
•    Train and develop the assigned staff on relevant skills to enable them to become proficient on the  job and deliver the respective section objectives.
Budgets
•    Provide input for preparation of the Department / Section budgets and assist in the implementation of the approved Budget and work plans to deliver Section objectives. 
•    Investigate and highlight any significant variances to support effective performance and cost control.
Policies, Systems, Processes & Procedures
•    Implement approved Department / Section policies, processes, systems, standards and procedures in order to support execution of the Section’s work programs in line with Company and International standards.
•    Comply with all applicable legislation and legal regulations.
Performance Management
•    Contribute to the achievement of  the approved Performance Objectives for the Department / Section in line with the Company Performance framework.
Innovation and Continuous Improvement
•    Design and implement new tools and techniques to improve the quality and efficiency of operational processes.
•    Identify improvements in internal processes against best practices in pursuit of greater efficiency in line with ISO standards in order to define intelligent solutions for issues confronting the function.
Health, Safety, Environment (HSE) and Sustainability
•    Comply with relevant HSE policies, procedures & controls and applicable legislation and sustainability guidelines in line with international standards, best practices and ADNOC Code of Practices.
•    Participate in Emergency Response duties as a team member.
Reports
•    Provide inputs to prepare Section MIS and progress reports for Company Management.

Generic Accountabilities (continue)

Internal Communications & Working Relationships

Contact with line Manager/ peers and other employees within the company/Group as required

External Communications & Working Relationships

Contact with external parties including consultants, third party service providers, and government agencies as required 

Minimum Qualification

Diploma in Engineering

Minimum Experience, Knowledge & Skills

5 years of experience, including at least

Revenues/ Budget: As per approved financial budget
Direct Reports: As per organization chart
Indirect Reports: As per organization chart

Professional Certifications

As applicable

Work Condition, Physical effort & Work Environment

Physical Effort
Minimal
Work Environment
A/C environment, could be exposed to the prevailing weather conditions like heat, humidity & dust during occasional site visits.

Additional Details

Prepared / Revision: Operations/ Drilling Operations