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Now Hiring: Drilling Rig Supervisor (Day) β Offshore Operations
π Location: Offshore β Khafji, Saudi Arabia
π Division: Drilling & Workover | Department: Exploration & Development
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Start Date: Q4 2025 or Sooner
π Contract Type: Rotation-Based 1-Year Fixed-Term Contract (Renewable)
π° Tax-Free Salary: USD 4,000 β 20,000/month (Based on Experience & Interview)
π Benefits: Offshore Rotation Package, Flights, Accommodation, Transport, Medical Insurance, Visa Sponsorship
π Age Requirement: Applicants must be 60 years of age or younger at the time of onboarding due to visa requirements
Supervise. Control. Execute Safe Offshore Drilling.
We are seeking a highly skilled Drilling Rig Supervisor (Day Shift) for offshore operations in Khafji, Saudi Arabia. In this critical role, you will represent the company onboard a drilling rig on a 24-hour rotational schedule, directing contractors, ensuring operational progress, coordinating with the onshore base, and maintaining strict compliance with safety and operational standards.
Ideal for seasoned drilling professionals with hands-on offshore rig experience, this position offers challenging field work, leadership responsibility, and excellent tax-free compensation.
Your Role & Responsibilities
As a Drilling Rig Supervisor, you will take full operational control over drilling and workover activities during your assigned offshore day shifts.
Key duties include:
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Supervising and directing offshore drilling and workover operations on a 24-hour basis
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Liaising with contractors, coordinating services, reviewing performance, and issuing service orders
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Conducting equipment inspections and ensuring proper use of company materials
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Monitoring and troubleshooting rig performance, drilling conditions, and service provider outputs
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Communicating regularly with onshore base for logistics and operational reporting
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Reviewing and executing drilling/workover programs in alignment with operational objectives
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Managing rig moves, anchor handling, boat and helicopter logistics coordination
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Preparing daily reports covering drilling status, materials, costs, 7-day lookahead, and KPIs
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Ensuring all rig operations meet HSE standards and company procedures
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Overseeing material usage and ensuring accurate procurement and storage
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Reviewing contractor invoices and progress against scope and contract terms
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Escalating discrepancies and supporting timely issue resolution
What You Bring
β Degree: Bachelorβs in Petroleum Engineering
β Experience: Minimum 8 years in drilling operations, with at least 4 years in a supervisory role overseeing contractor work offshore
β Language: Advanced English (KJO Level 5 or above)
β Skills: Contractor coordination, rig operation leadership, logistics, reporting, safety compliance
What We Offer
πΈ Tax-Free Salary: USD 4,000 β 20,000/month depending on experience
π Accommodation: Provided on a rotational offshore basis
π Logistics: Full rotation schedule with transport support, including helicopter and boat
π« Flights: Annual return flights to home country and rotational travel coverage
π©Ί Medical: Comprehensive offshore medical insurance
π Visa: Full sponsorship and onboarding support
Why Work Offshore in Khafji?
Working offshore in Khafji places you at the heart of regional oil & gas operations with access to cutting-edge equipment and cross-functional teams. Youβll lead critical operations, influence performance outcomes, and ensure safe, high-quality execution.
Apply Now
If youβre a qualified drilling supervisor with offshore experience and a proactive leadership style β weβre looking for you.
π© Submit your CV today
π Interviews are ongoing β early applications are recommended
Lead safely. Drill with precision. Take command offshore in Khafji
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