•  Assist the Senior Toolpusher in the running of the Drilling Department and supports the Driller in the safe execution of the drilling program within the Company policy and procedures.

•  Supervises the Driller and all Drill Crew members.

•  Ensure all relevant safety procedures and practices are adhered to during drilling operations.
•  Report any incidents, potential hazards or abnormal situations to the Senior Toolpusher.
•  Conduct per-tour meetings. Quality Improvement Plan program and all other Company safety management systems.
•  Assist in conducting drilling operations safety drills as and when required.
•  Ensure that PTW system followed when on-shift.
•  Directly supervise man riding operation on the drill floor.
•  Ensure a high standard of hygiene and housekeeping is maintained onboard the rig.
•  Demonstrate commitment to the Company's safety policies through leadership and guidance.

•  Ensures that crew members conduct Drilling Department's daily checklists, i.e. QHSE checks, mast/Derrick inspection, choke and kill manifold set up and etc.
•  Ensure Drillers check space outs for Emergency disconnect procedures and understand different disconnect situations I.E (EDS 1, EDS 2, EDS 3).
•  Supervises and Assist Drill Crews to maintain accurate records of tubular and tool dimensions (i.e. Component Length internal and external diameter, fish neck, and serial numbers).
•  Ensure that Calculations on ton-miles on drilling line are done accurately, maintain an accurate logbook and advise the Driller on the need to slip & cut.
•  Maintain an organized drilling equipment store and tubular and subs inventory.
•  Ensure that daily consumables for the drilling department are used in the correct way and to ensure that stocks are maintained. (Slip Dies, Hydra Tong Dies and etc).
•  Maintain proper communication with the Senior Toolpusher and other Department Heads.
• Ensures that Drillers have and follow standing instructions on a daily basis.
•  Actively participate in pre-job meeting with the Drilling Crew for all drilling operations.
•  Assist and relieve the Driller at the Driller's console during drilling operations.
•  Assist with the preparation of equipment for impending drilling operations.
•  Organize and supervise the drilling crews for all operations.
•  Be present on the drill floor during drill crew shift changes.
•  Ensure daily kick sheets are kept up to date for current drilling phases.
•  Assist the Driller during an emergency or well control situation - assist in the well killing operations.
•  Assist in supervision of Preventive Maintenance carried out on drilling equipment.
•  Assist in supervision of repairs on drilling and associated equipment.           
•  Assist in running and cementing casing strings, running and retrieving BOPs, risers and other operations as directed by the Senior Toolpusher.
•  Monitor mud systems and supervise solids control equipment and mud mixing operation.
•  Ensure interaction with 3rd Party fluid supervisor to maintain correct fluid parameters with emphasis on primary well control.
•  Plan Drill Crew activities during rig moves.
•  Operate drilling and associated equipment to relieve Driller. (Top Drive System, Mud Pumps, BOP and Diverter Controls and etc.).
•  Know the Company procedures for well control and blowout prevention.

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