• Ensure the well is always under control. Will take immediate action in securing a flowing well to keep any influx to the absolute minimum.
• Manage and direct the daily activities of the rig crew in accordance with client goals and within Company guidelines and policy.
• Maintain drilling parameters per client requirements and within Company guidelines and policy.
• Operates the drilling unit in accordance with safe and acceptable practices within Company guidelines and policy.
• Conducts pre-tour meetings with rig crews to communicate daily objectives, special instructions, safety precautions and training activities as required.
• Attend approved well control schools. Maintain appropriate well control certification and operate the drilling unit in accordance with safe well control practices and in accordance with local regulatory requirements.
• Know and be able to perform procedures for circulating kick out in accordance with Company procedures.
• Ensure that permit to work system is used correctly and consistently.
• Represent the Company in a professional manner, both on and off the job, to include confidentiality of Company and client business.
• Operate in such a manner which results in achieving the operating plan and objectives, including but not limited to safety, downtime, client drilling curve, rig budget, manpower turnover, and rig appearance/housekeeping.
• Eliminate any waste and establish a cost-conscious planning effort within area of responsibility.
• Ensure that all rig equipment within area of responsibility is maintained in accordance with the Company's Preventive Maintenance Program.
• Be knowledgeable of all Company safety policies and procedures that pertain to your area of responsibility, including fire fighting, emergency equipment, life-saving equipment, and emergency response.
• Actively lead and participate in safety discussions, safety drills, and inspections.
• Report all incidents or injuries to self or crew members which occur, regardless of seriousness, in accordance with Company procedure.
• Pre-plan operational needs, organize equipment and supplies, conduct testing of critical equipment/systems as required, pre-inspect safety related issues and areas of operations.
• Encourage, motivate, and if necessary, direct personnel to complete training courses required for their position and for future advancement.

- Relevant degree
- Current  IWCF Well Control Certificate - Driller Level
- A few years experience in a Driller role in cyber-chair and with top drive
- A few years experience on drilling rigs as a member of the drilling crew in various positions working up to Driller
- Fleunt English (written and verbal) and Russian / Turkmen would be advantageous
- Effective communication skills
- Good computer skills

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