Rig Manager, Drilling

Savanna Energy Services Corp•West Odessa, TX

About The Position

The Rig Manager is responsible for the effective leadership and supervision of rig crews; maximizing the profitability and efficiency of rig operations and ensuring customer satisfaction.

Requirements

Mechanical aptitude;
Good working knowledge of relevant equipment and practices;
Ability to direct, motivate and develop teams through empathetic leadership;
Ability to manage conflict and deal with challenging people issues;
Commitment to modeling, facilitating and supporting Savanna’s core values in all aspects of day-to-day operations and decision-making;
Cultural awareness and commitment to managing diversity in the field.
Strong decision-making and problem-solving capability;
Ability to communicate, collaborate and keep others informed of key processes, policies etc.;
Ability to plan and implement initiatives/decisions in a timely and effective manner.
Must have valid H2S ticket, Standard First Aid ticket, Loader Training, Safeland, and Well Control (IADC) ticket;
Must have a valid driver’s license;
Relevant experience of field work in the oilfield services industry. Previous experience must include supervisory responsibility

Responsibilities

Manage the daily operation of the rig;
Coordinate the work of the crew, ensuring that operations run smoothly, safely and efficiently;
Organize the set-up and shut down of the rig;
Ensure procedures and policies are posted and understood;
Prepare and submit required reports and necessary paperwork; establish operating procedures for equipment; implement preventative maintenance and organize servicing supplies and equipment;
Communicate corporate information to all rig personnel on an ongoing basis;
Manage, motivate and support the performance and development of rig crews, including orientation of new crew members, on the job training, supervision and appropriate discipline;
Monitor the rig and maintain equipment at optimal productivity and profitability;
Work with the oil company representative as necessary to maintain a level of excellence set forth by their company and Savanna, including input towards the daily operations and procedures;
Adhere to environmental and safety legislation, policy and recommended practice;
Other duties as assigned.