Night Tool Pusher

About the role

The Night Tool Pusher supervises all drilling operations during the night shift, ensuring safety, efficiency, and compliance with client well plans. The role works closely with the Offshore Installation Manager (OIM) and may act as deputy OIM when required.

Key responsibilities

• Plan, schedule, and direct all drilling and associated activities, ensuring equipment readiness for each phase.
• Monitor well control parameters, perform calculations, and supervise well‑killing operations when needed.
• Maintain and test well‑control equipment, approve drilling permits, and oversee emergency response drills.
• Manage rig move preparations, equipment maintenance, and material stock levels.
• Provide clear instructions, mentor, and evaluate the drilling crew, supporting their training and development.

Required profile

• Minimum high school or vocational qualification.
• At least 15 years of drilling and workover experience, including time as Assistant Driller, Driller, and Tool Pusher.
• Minimum two years in a Tool Pusher role on offshore rigs.
• Intermediate English proficiency (written and spoken).

Required skills

• Valid Well Control certification (Well Sharp / IADC).
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and PC literacy.
• Advanced mathematical skills for drilling calculations.