The Driller is responsible for operating the power swivel (if applicable), Kelly, rotary table, draw works, mud circulating systems, and B.O.P. equipment. This position is also responsible for supervising the drill crew and providing leadership in respect to company personnel.
Conduct specific workover and related operations as per the customer?s well program
Function and pressure test BOPs as per program
Operate and / or direct operation of draw works and other equipment and tools on the drill floor
Confirm measurements of casing and total depth with Rig Superintendent
Coordinate running and testing of casing, wellhead equipment and BOP stack with Rig Superintendent and Customer Representative
Assist in taking special deviation surveys for directional driller
Assist in well testing as directed by the client Representative and Rig Manager
Direct BOP drills while using good drilling and well control practices
Kill well and maintain pump strokes during kill operation as directed by the client Representative and Rig Manager.
Secure well in emergency situation
Assist Rig crew to secure rig for rig move
Maintain communication with control room as necessary
Make up part of emergency crew performing duties as required by station bill or as otherwise directed
Manage periodic inspection and lubrication of top drive, draw works, rotary, swivels and other associated drilling equipment
Maintain and complete IADC drilling report
Maintain drilling logs and records
Maintain derrick or mast and associated equipment
Manage operation and service of standpipe manifold and drilling fluid system equipment
Manage maintenance of drilling fluids and coordinate with Mud Engineer
Plan work for drill crew and ensure appropriate tools are ready for use
Supervise compliance with safety policies and procedures and ensure good housekeeping practices, including directing safety meetings and completion of JRAs
Communicate effectively, actively listen
Provide assistance to other departments during non-drilling operations
Train and evaluate direct reports
Reinforce safety regulations to ensure safe work practices of the rig
Perform various well calculations
Interpret and respond to downhole condition
Demonstrate knowledge of Well Control Procedures
To work constructively with the Operator?s representative and with third party service companies so as to contribute to collaborative working relationships at the rig site
Personally responsible for own safety and conducting ones self to the standards of company Policies and Procedures
Promote and propagate safety programs at the well site
Conduct safety inspections of rig equipment and hold training drills as directed by Rig Manager
Contribute new employee safety induction
Must be familiar with the Permit to work system and its applications
Report any unforeseen or unusual events to the Rig Manager or Operator?s representative as appropriate
Must participate in the Safety Training Observation Program (STOP)
Have the authority to stop any unsafe act or conditions and call out TOFS
Must attend all safety meetings and conduct Toolbox talk before any job begins and make sure the crew understand
Must attend any HSE trainings conduct by his employer/client either at the rig site or HQ
Must report all incident, accident and near miss to his direct supervisor and assist in the investigation
Must use personal protective equipment and other safety equipment as specified by the job.
