senior Driller and driver
Role Overview
This is a full-time, on-site Senior Driller and Driver role based in Jiddah.
The role operates and drives heavy drilling equipment to project sites and ensures safe transport, setup, and shutdown of machinery.
The position performs drilling operations, monitors drilling parameters, adjusts techniques, and supports safety, quality, and productivity standards.
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Role Description
This is a full-time, on-site Senior Driller and Driver role based in Jiddah.
The role operates and drives heavy drilling equipment to project sites and ensures safe transport, setup, and shutdown of machinery.
The position performs drilling operations, monitors drilling parameters, adjusts techniques, and supports safety, quality, and productivity standards.
Daily Responsibilities
- Conduct pre-operation and post-operation inspections and maintain equipment.
- Coordinate with engineering and site teams and complete operational and safety documentation.
- Follow company and regulatory safety procedures.
- Mentor less experienced operators on best practices.
Qualifications
- Strong proficiency operating and driving heavy equipment, including drilling rigs and support vehicles.
- Demonstrated drilling operations experience with the ability to execute and supervise complex drilling tasks.
- Knowledge and field experience applying directional drilling principles and methods.
- Experience conducting equipment and site inspections for safety, reliability, and compliance.
- Background in Oil & Gas or a related industrial sector with familiarity with relevant standards.
- Valid commercial or appropriate driving license with a strong safety record and clean driving history.
- Ability to interpret technical drawings, drilling plans, and safety guidelines.
- Strong problem-solving, attention to detail, and field decision-making skills.
- Effective communication and collaboration with multidisciplinary site teams.
- Vocational training or certification in drilling operations or heavy equipment operation is preferred.
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