Degree in Petroleum Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
10+ years' drilling engineering experience on onshore operations (or equivalent combination of experience and education); experience in planning role preferred.
Professional certification or registration (preferred where applicable).
Technical Skills & Knowledge
Strong knowledge of drilling engineering: well design, casing/cementing programs, hydraulics, torque & drag, hole cleaning, well control, directional drilling and BHA design.
Proficiency with industry tools/software: well planning and simulation (e.g., Landmark Drillbench/WellPlan, Compass, WellCat, Drillbench, OpenWells), directional planning (e.g., Landmark, Schlumberger), basic use of MS Project/Primavera for scheduling and Excel for cost/sensitivity analyses.
Understanding of onshore rig types, drilling contracts, logistics, permits, and land access issues.
Competence in risk assessment methodologies and HSE management systems.
Behavioural & Interpersonal Skills
Strong analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills.
Effective communication and stakeholder management; ability to coordinate cross‑functional teams.
Ability to work under pressure and adapt plans to changing field conditions.
Leadership and contractor management skills.
Experience & Conditions
Proven track record delivering onshore wells from planning to execution.
Experience managing drilling contractors and working in remote onshore environments.
Willingness to travel to field sites for pre-job planning, mobilization and drilling support.
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