Senior Tool Pusher

Job Description

Operations/Maintenance:
- Ensure the Driller is informed on an ongoing basis as to the well program objectives and communicate any changes in plans.
- Monitor the maintenance, repair and installation of all drilling equipment including repair, lubrication, maintenance records, and inventory levels.
- Maintain records of inspections and certification of drilling equipment, tools and tubular.
- Monitor the application of the Company Preventative Maintenance
- Review and approve all drilling related work permits.
- Supervise equipment preparation for impending drilling operations.
- Ensure equipment is secured to prevent movement due to wind or rig motion.
- Ensure that well control requirements are in place according to operational requirements assist in supervising well killing operations in an emergency situation.
- Perform all well control calculations (i.e. mud weight increase, initial and final circulating pressures, number of strokes, etc).
- Prepare material request for equipment or parts necessary to keep the drilling operation free of downtime. Assist in ensuring sufficient stock of parts and materials are maintained.
- Assist in the planning, organization and supervision of rig move operations
QHSE:
- Ensure subordinates understand and apply guidelines of the Company QHSE manual and rig specific procedures.
- Inform the Senior ToolPusher or OIM of any incidents, potential hazards or abnormal situations.
- Actively participate in the weekly meetings, Quality Improvement Plan program, and all other Company safety management systems.
Personnel:
- Mentor, develop and train crew members to ensure they are competent to work at their next job level.
- Provide leadership and motivation to rig personnel.
- Ensure all subordinates receive an annual performance appraisal.
- Recommend promotion or disciplinary action up to and including discharge.
- Assist in training to ensure all personnel are competent to perform their allocated job.