Offshore Drilling Superintendent – Operator Side (Jack-Up Rig)

About the role

An operating company is looking for an Offshore Drilling Superintendent for a jack-up rig drilling campaign (Bloc CI-11). The post is based in the operator's onshore office, with regular trips and stays on the rig. You will report to the Drilling Manager or Wells Manager and supervise day and night Drilling Supervisors and Drilling Engineers.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare and follow up offshore drilling campaigns: planning, budget, contracts, execution and close-out
• Supervise Drilling Supervisors and manage drilling contractors and service companies
• Interface with the drilling contractor (Rig Manager, OIM, Toolpusher), marine warranty surveyor, subsurface/geology, HSE, supply chain, logistics and authorities
• Manage AFE, cost tracking, scheduling and NPT analysis; write or review drilling programmes, bridging documents and operating procedures

Required profile

• At least 15 to 20 years of offshore drilling experience (onshore experience does not count)
• Proven jack-up rig experience, including rig move, positioning, preloading, jacking up and cantilever operations
• Experience as a Drilling Superintendent for an operator; senior supervisor or company man experience may also be considered
• Bilingual French (mandatory for French-speaking teams, authorities and partners) and professional English for technical documentation, meetings and reporting

Required skills

• IWCF or IADC Well Control certification, Supervisor level (Level 4) or higher, confirmed with the client
• Valid BOSIET / FOET with HUET and a valid offshore medical certificate
• H2S training depending on the environment, permit to work / SIMOPS and emergency response training as needed