Day Tool Pusher📣 Job Ad

About the Role

Ades Holding Co. is seeking a dedicated Day Tool Pusher to supervise and control all drilling operations activities during the day shift. Based in Al Khobar, this full-time position is critical for ensuring the successful completion of wells and drilling activities while prioritizing the safety of personnel, the environment, and equipment. The role requires close liaison with the OIM to maximize drilling operation efficiency.

Core Responsibilities

• Ensure the safety of personnel, equipment, and operational efficiency on the drill floor and associated drilling areas.
• Plan and schedule all drilling and associated activities.
• Direct personnel to achieve optimum job performance in line with client requirements.
• Ensure any deviation from the client well plan is approved by the OIM and documented by the Client Representative.
• Consult with the OIM/Night Tool Pusher and Client’s Representative on drilling program progress, keeping the driller informed of objectives and changes.
• Relieve the Driller at the console as operational requirements demand.
• Pre-plan to ensure all necessary equipment is ready for the next phase of the Drilling/Workover program.
• Assist and supervise the drilling crew at the worksite, ensuring sufficient circulating time and well stability during trips, BHA work, and hole problems.
• Operate the drilling unit in strict adherence to company Drilling & Well Control manuals, reviewing and approving all drilling-related work permits.
• Promote and maintain effective working relationships with other departments, third-party personnel, and Client representatives.
• Respond to client requests concerning materials, equipment, and personnel after obtaining adequate management approval.
• Maintain proper logs and records, promptly submitting required reports as per company protocols and regulatory standards.
• Prepare accurate and timely reports, including daily drilling reports, equipment status reports, and incident reports.

Well Control and Emergency Preparedness

• Ensure well control requirements are in place and assist in supervising well killing operations during well control situations.
• Plan and monitor comprehensive well control parameters for proactive identification of issues, early detection, and swift response.
• Maintain and regularly test well control equipment in accordance with Company’s and Client’s requirements.
• Perform all well control calculations, including mud weight increase, initial and final circulating pressures, and number of strokes.
• Serve as part of the installation’s Emergency Response Team as detailed in the Emergency Plan and Company Procedures.
• Instruct all personnel on procedures to be adopted in case of an emergency.
• Ensure well control and general safety drills are held and recorded in accordance with Company requirements.

Equipment and Materials Oversight

• Assist the OIM/Night Toolpusher in ensuring the installation has sufficient stock of parts and materials for drilling and associated operations.
• Ensure planned maintenance and repair of drilling equipment, including draw works, mud pumps, top drive, rotary table, and BOP, are completed and documented.
• Carry out duties to prepare the rig for towing, ensuring the cantilever, rig floor, and drilling equipment are correctly secured by the drilling crew prior to the rig move.

Team Leadership and Development

• Provide clear instructions to the team regarding duties, responsibilities, and necessary safety precautions.
• Mentor, develop, and train the team to ensure safe and effective operations.
• Identify opportunities for skill and career advancement, supporting the professional growth of the team.
• Ensure the team receives necessary training through on-the-job training, classroom training, and participation in safety drills and exercises.
• Support, promote, and actively participate in ADES’s Competency Assurance Program for the team.
• Evaluate team performance with constant and fair feedback, identify areas for improvement, and drive the ADVANCE process to formalize a performance management culture.

Required Experience and Physical Demands

• A minimum of 12 years of experience in drilling operations.
• Ability to regularly climb stairs and ladders.
• Capability for regular bending, twisting, and standing.
• Capacity to work outdoors under all extreme weather conditions (Noise / Humidity / Cold / Heat).
• Ability to work up to 12 hours per day during assigned shifts.