Assistant Driller

Job Summary:

The Assistant Driller works under the Driller supervision to direct, support and take part in various activities to fulfil the drilling/work-over program. Their responsibilities include maintaining and preparing rig floor equipment and tools for use, overseeing drilling crew activities, assisting in handling drill pipe, or casing, monitoring & reporting changes in drilling mud characteristics and ensuring proper housekeeping, in a timely manner considering the safety of personnel, the environment, and equipment to maximize drilling operation efficiency.

Roles & Responsibilities:

General Duties:

• Support the Driller in all aspects of the drilling operation and rig floor activities, supervise and train junior crew members (Derrick Men – Floor Men – Roustabouts).
• Assists in the operation and preparation of drilling equipment and machinery.
• Helps with the rig preparation, equipment assembly and perform routine inspections, Cleans and lubricates equipment, identifies equipment that may require repair or replacement and reports for necessary actions to be taken.

Rig Operations:

• Arranges the proper drill string & cross-over subs sizes & equipment for continuous drilling / work-over operations. Arranges bottom hole assemblies and coordinates with Derrick-man drill string and drill collar changes during the "pulling out" and the "running in" of a drill string.
• Directs drifting and measuring of pipes to ensure similarity and correct dimensions and informs the Driller of any variances & maintain records for drilling & servicing operations.
• Assists in preparing all tools and equipment required for well operations Including. Drifting tubulars and maintaining accurate records of all tubular runs in the hole including pipe tally records. Recording BHA/completion components and trip sheets.
• Assists and relieves the Driller as necessary in supervising all drilling / workover operations conducted on the unit, ensuring that such work is carried out efficiently and in compliance with ADES approved operating procedures which includes all necessary JSA and PTW.
• Assists in Nipping up/down BOP as required.
• Assists with drill pipe and casing operation & monitors any change in drilling parameters to facilitate the drilling/workover process.
• Ensures safe handling of pipe, tongs, slips, breaking and correct make-up of connections.
• Slip and cut and restringing of the drilling line.
• Takes necessary actions to correct hazardous conditions & practices.

Mud Circulating System:

• Monitors and maintains the drilling fluid circulation system, fluid lines, shale shakers and trip tanks & ensures proper handling of the drilling fluid products.
• Advises the Driller of any significant changes in drilling mud characteristics or mud levels and loss of circulation immediately.
• Observes the mud flow and check materials needed for "pre-kick" conditions and informs the Driller of potential problems that could occur during the operation.
• Advises the usage of mud chemicals, drilling fluids, and cement slurries for Driller's calculation and input for the morning drilling report so that appropriate corrective actions can be taken whenever necessary.

Well Control:

• Operates and maintains well control equipment, ensuring it is in proper working order and ready for immediate use.
• Monitor for any down hole irregularities such as kicks, pressure fluctuations, and abnormal torque. Take immediate action to secure the well in the event of a well control incident and promptly inform the Senior/Night Tool pusher and client representative.
• Receives comprehensive training in well control procedures and techniques to enhance knowledge and ability.
• Communicates effectively with the drilling crew and well control team, exchanging information and coordinating actions during well control operations.
• Ensures ...