8 Drilling Operations jobs in Kuwait

**Job Overview**
Weatherford is seeking an experienced and dynamic Operations Manager - DS to lead our field operations in the Oil & Energy industry. This pivotal role is responsible for strategically planning, organizing, and overseeing all operational activities while upholding the highest standards of safety, quality, and financial performance. The successful candidate will demonstrate exceptional leadership, fostering a collaborative and inclusive environment that drives continuous improvement and exceeds customer expectations.
**Responsibilities** :
+ Lead execution of all operational activities determining resource requirements (demand); crew utilization, asset utilization and inventory management to positively affect EBITDA
+ Ensure that the Product Line maintains its strategic focus on the provision of a quality service to customers
+ Ensures the organization is optimally suited to deliver the best job execution with outstanding Service Quality and to systematically evaluate results obtained to further improve products and services. Regularly assess the resources and support required to perform a safe and high-quality job and ensure strict adherence to Service Quality and Safety Standards
+ Fosters and leads continuous improvement initiatives to ensure that the internal process within the organization meet the needs of the business
+ Conducts regular customer Service Quality Review meetings in conjunction with sales to ensure our services, products and technical support meet their complete satisfaction
+ Ensure customer Statement of Requirements details equipment verifications and is translated into client Standard Operating Procedures
+ Maintain strong customer relationships, identify customer needs, and ensure alignment with sales on pricing for all bids and quotes; offer solutions, set and manage budgets, and ensure quality of job delivery
+ Provide technical support to field staff and customers prior to, during, and post job.
+ Drive forward change initiatives which enhance business performance
+ Partner with sales in identifying and pursuing new business opportunities within the area
+ Oversee the creation of Delivery Tickets and that all End of Well data is recorded, reviewed and approved
+ Review and approve the final job summary in Weatherford Performance Tracking System; Maintaining strict adherence to Weatherford's Delivery Ticket Process and implementation and compliance with the usage of FieldFX
+ Manage equipment maintenance and modifications to remain in accordance with the latest Technical Manuals
+ Responsible for maximizing financial results of the product line within assigned geography, including forecast, profit and loss, fixed assets, inventory, capital expenditures, payables and receivables.
+ Assume full P&L responsibility for the Product line, ensuring business objectives are achieved and customer expectations are delivered in compliance with external regulatory requirements and internal policies and standards.
+ Ensure that effective cost management is understood and practiced by the organization
+ Leverage market intelligence and liaise with account managers, operations, technical sales and global product line leaders to accurately forecast activity trends and maximize financial results (including profit and loss, fixed assets, inventory, capital expenditures and receivables)
+ Interpret, execute, and enforce contracts to maximize opportunities, minimize revenue leakage and maximize pricing recovery
+ All employees have an accountability to the organization to be financially responsible whether they are in charge of a function budget or simply their own expenses
+ Costs incurred should be within approved budget, processed within agreed time frames & following the relevant financial policy and procedure
**Skills** :
+ Comprehensive understanding of the product line, technical job planning, and customer requirements
+ Strong knowledge of finance, accounting, budgeting, and cost control principles
+ Excellent leadership, interpersonal, negotiation, and planning skills
+ Ability to work in a global matrix organization and manage teams across organizational boundaries
+ Proficient in relevant systems such as JDE, Hyperion, TapRoot, PeopleSoft, Salesforce, and FieldFX
**Qualifications** :
+ Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Science, or an equivalent field
+ Minimum of 7+ years of relevant experience in operations management
+ Proven track record in executing day-to-day operations and product-related projects
+ 2+ years of experience in managing profit and loss (P&L) responsibilities
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JOB DESCRIPTION

Weatherford is seeking an experienced and dynamic Operations Manager - DS to lead our field operations in the Oil & Energy industry. This pivotal role is responsible for strategically planning, organizing, and overseeing all operational activities while upholding the highest standards of safety, quality, and financial performance. The successful candidate will demonstrate exceptional leadership, fostering a collaborative and inclusive environment that drives continuous improvement and exceeds customer expectations. Job Overview

JOB DESCRIPTION

Weatherford is seeking an experienced and dynamic Operations Manager - DS to lead our field operations in the Oil & Energy industry. This pivotal role is responsible for strategically planning, organizing, and overseeing all operational activities while upholding the highest standards of safety, quality, and financial performance. The successful candidate will demonstrate exceptional leadership, fostering a collaborative and inclusive environment that drives continuous improvement and exceeds customer expectations.

Responsibilities

Lead execution of all operational activities determining resource requirements (demand); crew utilization, asset utilization and inventory management to positively affect EBITDA Ensure that the Product Line maintains its strategic focus on the provision of a quality service to customers Ensures the organization is optimally suited to deliver the best job execution with outstanding Service Quality and to systematically evaluate results obtained to further improve products and services. Regularly assess the resources and support required to perform a safe and high-quality job and ensure strict adherence to Service Quality and Safety Standards Fosters and leads continuous improvement initiatives to ensure that the internal process within the organization meet the needs of the business Conducts regular customer Service Quality Review meetings in conjunction with sales to ensure our services, products and technical support meet their complete satisfaction Ensure customer Statement of Requirements details equipment verifications and is translated into client Standard Operating Procedures Maintain strong customer relationships, identify customer needs, and ensure alignment with sales on pricing for all bids and quotes; offer solutions, set and manage budgets, and ensure quality of job delivery Provide technical support to field staff and customers prior to, during, and post job. Drive forward change initiatives which enhance business performance Partner with sales in identifying and pursuing new business opportunities within the area Oversee the creation of Delivery Tickets and that all End of Well data is recorded, reviewed and approved Review and approve the final job summary in Weatherford Performance Tracking System; Maintaining strict adherence to Weatherford’s Delivery Ticket Process and implementation and compliance with the usage of FieldFX Manage equipment maintenance and modifications to remain in accordance with the latest Technical Manuals Responsible for maximizing financial results of the product line within assigned geography, including forecast, profit and loss, fixed assets, inventory, capital expenditures, payables and receivables. Assume full P&L responsibility for the Product line, ensuring business objectives are achieved and customer expectations are delivered in compliance with external regulatory requirements and internal policies and standards. Ensure that effective cost management is understood and practiced by the organization Leverage market intelligence and liaise with account managers, operations, technical sales and global product line leaders to accurately forecast activity trends and maximize financial results (including profit and loss, fixed assets, inventory, capital expenditures and receivables) Interpret, execute, and enforce contracts to maximize opportunities, minimize revenue leakage and maximize pricing recovery All employees have an accountability to the organization to be financially responsible whether they are in charge of a function budget or simply their own expenses Costs incurred should be within approved budget, processed within agreed time frames & following the relevant financial policy and procedure

Skills

Comprehensive understanding of the product line, technical job planning, and customer requirements Strong knowledge of finance, accounting, budgeting, and cost control principles Excellent leadership, interpersonal, negotiation, and planning skills Ability to work in a global matrix organization and manage teams across organizational boundaries Proficient in relevant systems such as JDE, Hyperion, TapRoot, PeopleSoft, Salesforce, and FieldFX

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Science, or an equivalent field Minimum of 7+ years of relevant experience in operations management Proven track record in executing day-to-day operations and product-related projects 2+ years of experience in managing profit and loss (P&L) responsibilities

About Us

Weatherford is a leading global energy services company. Our world-class experts partner with customers to optimize their resources and realize the full potential of their assets. Across our operating locations, including manufacturing, research and development, service, and training facilities, operators choose us for strategic solutions that add efficiency, flexibility, and responsibility to any energy operation.

When you join Weatherford, you instantly feel connected to something bigger – a community that is grounded by our core values and driven to create innovative solutions for our customers. We celebrate each other’s successes, grow together, and learn from each other constantly. Individually, we are impressive. Together, we are unstoppable. We are One Weatherford.

Weatherford is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

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**About this role**
- The Drilling Fluids Engineer / Mud Engineer will be responsible for ensuring that all operations are carried out in a safe and efficient manner, while also providing technical advice on drilling fluid systems and mud programs;
- The Mud Engineer will work on a rotation of one month onsite and one month offsite, with the project duration being 6 months with the possibility of renewal.

**What you need to bring**
- Minimum experience of ten (10) years for providing drilling fluid engineering services including drilling of at least five (5) oil & gas wells with measured depth above 16,000 ft and / or mud weight 18 ppg & above;
- BOSIET & H2S certification required for offshore position; H2S certification required for onshore position;
- Excellent communication skills both written and verbal in English language;
- Ability to work independently as well as part of a team;
- Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment;
- Flexibility to travel as needed for job duties;
- Strong organizational skills with attention to detail;

**Benefits**
- We offer an excellent salary package along with medical insurance coverage, paid leave, travel allowance etc., commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Professional Bachelor

We are hiring an experienced and driven Well Engineer – Drilling & Completions to support Baker Hughes in its operations with Kuwait Oil Company (KOC). This position involves designing, planning, and executing safe, efficient, and cost-effective drilling and completion programs. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background and practical experience in both office-based planning and field operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop Well designs and operational programs for drilling and completions.
• Ensure compliance with HSE policies, drilling safety standards, and environmental regulations.
• Oversee and support field execution, ensuring technical integrity and operational efficiency.
• Prepare and review technical documents, well proposals, AFE, end-of-well reports, and risk assessments.
• Collaborate with service companies, contractors, and internal stakeholders to ensure seamless operations.
• Attend and lead meetings with clients, vendors, and cross-functional teams as needed.
• Monitor and evaluate well performance and recommend improvements.
• Maintain up-to-date records of operational procedures and engineering calculations.
• Ensure full adherence to company work processes, engineering standards, and KOC guidelines.
• Provide troubleshooting support during field operations and contribute to post-job analysis.

Required Qualifications & Experience:

• MSc or B.Sc. in Engineering or Scientific Discipline.
• Minimum 6 years of relevant industry experience in a well engineering role (drilling or completions).
• Demonstrated expertise in well design, well planning, well control principles, environmental compliance, and operational execution.
• Experience with both field and office operations within an Integrated Services Oilfield Services (OFS) company.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and industry-standard well engineering software (e.g., Landmark, WellPlan, Drillbench).
• Working knowledge of Weatherford processes, procedures, and QHSE standards is an asset.
• Fluent in written and spoken English. Fluency in Arabic as second language is preferred.

Skills & Attributes:

• Strong communication, organizational, and multitasking skills—especially under pressure.
• Ability to lead and participate in technical meetings with clients, vendors, and field teams.
• High level of discipline, initiative, and self-motivation.
• Demonstrated leadership in team environments with ability to follow direction and provide guidance.

Additional Information:

• The contract may be extended based on performance and operational needs.
• Relocation support provided for suitable candidates outside Kuwait.
• All nationalities are encouraged to apply.
• Age range 35–40 preferred for experience balance and field-readiness.

Location: Kuwait (Preferably already in-country)
Client: Baker Hughes (for KOC Operations)
Contract Type: 6 Months (Extendable)
Salary Range: 800 – 1200 KWD
Benefits: Accommodation, transportation, round-trip airfare, and medical insurance provided
Joining Timeline: Within 2 weeks
Preferred Age Range: 35 – 40

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We are hiring an experienced and driven

Well Engineer – Drilling & Completions

to support Baker Hughes in its operations with Kuwait Oil Company (KOC). This position involves designing, planning, and executing safe, efficient, and cost-effective drilling and completion programs. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background and practical experience in both office-based planning and field operations. Key Responsibilities: Develop Well designs and operational programs for drilling and completions. Ensure compliance with HSE policies, drilling safety standards, and environmental regulations. Oversee and support field execution, ensuring technical integrity and operational efficiency. Prepare and review technical documents, well proposals, AFE, end-of-well reports, and risk assessments. Collaborate with service companies, contractors, and internal stakeholders to ensure seamless operations. Attend and lead meetings with clients, vendors, and cross-functional teams as needed. Monitor and evaluate well performance and recommend improvements. Maintain up-to-date records of operational procedures and engineering calculations. Ensure full adherence to company work processes, engineering standards, and KOC guidelines. Provide troubleshooting support during field operations and contribute to post-job analysis. Required Qualifications & Experience: MSc or B.Sc. in Engineering or Scientific Discipline. Minimum 6 years of relevant industry experience in a well engineering role (drilling or completions). Demonstrated expertise in well design, well planning, well control principles, environmental compliance, and operational execution. Experience with both field and office operations within an Integrated Services Oilfield Services (OFS) company. Proficient in Microsoft Office and industry-standard well engineering software (e.g., Landmark, WellPlan, Drillbench). Working knowledge of Weatherford processes, procedures, and QHSE standards is an asset. Fluent in written and spoken English. Fluency in Arabic as second language is preferred. Skills & Attributes: Strong communication, organizational, and multitasking skills—especially under pressure. Ability to lead and participate in technical meetings with clients, vendors, and field teams. High level of discipline, initiative, and self-motivation. Demonstrated leadership in team environments with ability to follow direction and provide guidance. Additional Information: The contract may be extended based on performance and operational needs. Relocation support provided for suitable candidates outside Kuwait. All nationalities are encouraged to apply. Age range 35–40 preferred for experience balance and field-readiness. Location:

Kuwait (Preferably already in-country) Client:

Baker Hughes (for KOC Operations) Contract Type:

6 Months (Extendable) Salary Range:

800 – 1200 KWD Benefits:

Accommodation, transportation, round-trip airfare, and medical insurance provided Joining Timeline:

Within 2 weeks Preferred Age Range:

35 – 40

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Applications Engineer - Managed Pressure Drilling Services

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Job Overview

Weatherford is seeking a skilled and results-driven Application Engineer to join our team. This pivotal role is responsible for optimizing MPD and drilling processes, enhancing efficiency, and driving profitability. The ideal candidate will work closely with country and regional team to ensure accurate reporting and compliance. Additionally, this role plays a key part in conducting Operations safely and with minimal interruption to drilling. The job requires constant surveillance and serves as an Engineering advisor.

Job Description

Job Overview

Weatherford is seeking a skilled and results-driven Application Engineer to join our team. This pivotal role is responsible for optimizing MPD and drilling processes, enhancing efficiency, and driving profitability. The ideal candidate will work closely with country and regional team to ensure accurate reporting and compliance. Additionally, this role plays a key part in conducting Operations safely and with minimal interruption to drilling. The job requires constant surveillance and serves as an Engineering advisor.

Responsibilities

• Point of contact for client requests, queries, calls and advice.
• Responsible for monitoring daily MPD reporting including DDR, DDG and any other reports requested by the client.
• Responsible for performing hydraulic calculations, simulations, MPD game plans including MPC.
• Draw up MPD Strategies, forward plans alongside client Drilling Engineers.
• Offer advice and support for any MPD related queries from field crew, including equipment and software troubleshooting.
• Pursue all MPD related queries, and ensure maximum utilization of MPD equipment.
• Establish and setup calls to discuss strategy and drilling plans with field crew.
• Keep updated on all inspection, testing requirements for the Managed Pressure Drilling Services equipment
• Keep updated on Managed Pressure Drilling Services equipment, upgrades, mechanical and hydraulic equipment manufacturing or regulatory standards.
• Raise and monitor WISE queries.
• Monitor and review all EOWR,
• Know and understand Weatherford Quality Policy and comply with all requirements of the Quality Systems Manual, Operating and Technical Procedures and Workplace Instructions
• Comply with Weatherford and client Quality, Health, Security and Environment (QHSE) procedures and documentation.
• Actively participate in ToolBox talks, RADAR programme and all safety requirements.
• Must understand and comply with all safety rules and company policies of Weatherford
• Required to complete the competency and training requirements identified by Global and Regional Management.
• Attend symposiums, Expos’, trade shows as may be required by regional team.
• Draw up or assist to submit SPE papers on new developments and findings, within the region.
• Transfer knowledge to Engineering, field crew and office based MPD Personnel.
  
  

Skills

• Excellent Victus, Modus and all related Weatherford MPD software.
• Excellent Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel computer skills
• Self-motivator, self-starter
• Good oral and written communication skills
• Must be able work closely with fellow employees
• Customer focused and financially literate.
• Excellent understanding of MPD products and their application.
• Individual must be adaptive to change, have multi-tasking ability.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Should be able to work closely with all levels of personnel and outside contractors.
  
  

Qualifications

• 5-10 years related to MPD field experience
• Engineering degree
• Strong MPD knowledge
  
  

About Us

Weatherford is a leading global energy services company. Our world-class experts partner with customers to optimize their resources and realize the full potential of their assets. Across our operating locations, including manufacturing, research and development, service, and training facilities, operators choose us for strategic solutions that add efficiency, flexibility, and responsibility to any energy operation.

When you join Weatherford, you instantly feel connected to something bigger – a community that is grounded by our core values and driven to create innovative solutions for our customers. We celebrate each other’s successes, grow together, and learn from each other constantly. Individually, we are impressive. Together, we are unstoppable. We are One Weatherford.

Weatherford is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

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• Job function Engineering and Information Technology
• Industries Oil and Gas

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Weatherford Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Job Overview

Weatherford is seeking a skilled and results-driven Application Engineer to join our team. This pivotal role is responsible for optimizing MPD and drilling processes, enhancing efficiency, and driving profitability. The ideal candidate will work closely with country and regional team to ensure accurate reporting and compliance. Additionally, this role plays a key part in conducting Operations safely and with minimal interruption to drilling. The job requires constant surveillance and serves as an Engineering advisor. Job Description

Job Overview

Weatherford is seeking a skilled and results-driven Application Engineer to join our team. This pivotal role is responsible for optimizing MPD and drilling processes, enhancing efficiency, and driving profitability. The ideal candidate will work closely with country and regional team to ensure accurate reporting and compliance. Additionally, this role plays a key part in conducting Operations safely and with minimal interruption to drilling. The job requires constant surveillance and serves as an Engineering advisor.

Responsibilities

Point of contact for client requests, queries, calls and advice. Responsible for monitoring daily MPD reporting including DDR, DDG and any other reports requested by the client. Responsible for performing hydraulic calculations, simulations, MPD game plans including MPC. Draw up MPD Strategies, forward plans alongside client Drilling Engineers. Offer advice and support for any MPD related queries from field crew, including equipment and software troubleshooting. Pursue all MPD related queries, and ensure maximum utilization of MPD equipment. Establish and setup calls to discuss strategy and drilling plans with field crew. Keep updated on all inspection, testing requirements for the Managed Pressure Drilling Services equipment Keep updated on Managed Pressure Drilling Services equipment, upgrades, mechanical and hydraulic equipment manufacturing or regulatory standards. Raise and monitor WISE queries. Monitor and review all EOWR, Know and understand Weatherford Quality Policy and comply with all requirements of the Quality Systems Manual, Operating and Technical Procedures and Workplace Instructions Comply with Weatherford and client Quality, Health, Security and Environment (QHSE) procedures and documentation. Actively participate in ToolBox talks, RADAR programme and all safety requirements. Must understand and comply with all safety rules and company policies of Weatherford Required to complete the competency and training requirements identified by Global and Regional Management. Attend symposiums, Expos’, trade shows as may be required by regional team. Draw up or assist to submit SPE papers on new developments and findings, within the region. Transfer knowledge to Engineering, field crew and office based MPD Personnel.

Skills

Excellent Victus, Modus and all related Weatherford MPD software. Excellent Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel computer skills Self-motivator, self-starter Good oral and written communication skills Must be able work closely with fellow employees Customer focused and financially literate. Excellent understanding of MPD products and their application. Individual must be adaptive to change, have multi-tasking ability. Ability to work in a team environment. Should be able to work closely with all levels of personnel and outside contractors.

Qualifications

5-10 years related to MPD field experience Engineering degree Strong MPD knowledge

About Us

Weatherford is a leading global energy services company. Our world-class experts partner with customers to optimize their resources and realize the full potential of their assets. Across our operating locations, including manufacturing, research and development, service, and training facilities, operators choose us for strategic solutions that add efficiency, flexibility, and responsibility to any energy operation.

When you join Weatherford, you instantly feel connected to something bigger – a community that is grounded by our core values and driven to create innovative solutions for our customers. We celebrate each other’s successes, grow together, and learn from each other constantly. Individually, we are impressive. Together, we are unstoppable. We are One Weatherford.

Weatherford is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. Seniority level

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