At a Glance
- Tasks: Supervise drilling operations and ensure safety compliance on-site.
- Company: Zenith Energy Limited, a respected consultancy in the Oil and Gas industry.
- Benefits: Competitive day rate, paid travel, and potential for future opportunities.
- Other info: Immediate start with a supportive team and dynamic work environment.
- Why this job: Make a direct impact on safety and performance in an active drilling campaign.
- Qualifications: 10+ years of drilling experience and strong HSE leadership.
The predicted salary is between 82800 - 101200 $ per year.
Zenith Energy Limited is a Well Engineering Consultancy and Project Management company providing a range of specialist services to the Oil and Gas Industry. We are an independent company, owned and managed by Engineers, with a core team behind us that are experienced and respected within the Industry.
We are seeking an experienced and safety-focused Drilling Supervisor / Onsite Company Representative (OCR) to supervise wellsite drilling activities on behalf of the Operator during a short-term onshore drilling project in Queensland.
As the company's primary representative at the rig site, you will be responsible for ensuring the safe and efficient execution of all drilling operations, ensuring contractor and service company personnel are working to the highest standards of safety, compliance, and technical performance.
Key Responsibilities:
- Represent the Operator at the wellsite and maintain close coordination with the drilling contractor and service providers.
- Ensure all operations are executed in accordance with the approved drilling program, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
- Promote and enforce a strong safety culture, ensuring all personnel comply with site-specific safety protocols and standards.
- Monitor and manage daily operations including drilling, casing, cementing, well control, and rig maintenance activities.
- Identify potential operational issues or risks and proactively engage with the office-based team to resolve.
- Participate in daily reporting, morning calls, and maintain accurate records of site activities and contractor performance.
- Provide real-time supervision and decision-making support to ensure technical best practices are applied.
- Oversee and verify third-party service quality and compliance (mud, cementing, logging, directional, etc.).
- Lead or participate in safety meetings, drills, and incident investigations when required.
Requirements:
- 10+ years of onshore drilling experience with a minimum of 3+ years as Drilling Supervisor / Company Man/OCR.
- Strong track record in supervising rig operations and managing service company interfaces.
- Demonstrated commitment to HSE leadership and site-level safety culture.
- Familiarity with Australian onshore drilling regulations and remote field operations.
- IWCF or IADC Well Control Certification (Supervisor Level) - mandatory.
Why Join?
- Immediate start on an active QLD drilling campaign.
- Direct impact on safety and performance outcomes at the wellsite.
- Work with a technically capable and supportive Operator team.
- Competitive day rate and paid travel arrangements.
- Short-term engagement with possible future re-deployment.
OCR / Drilling Supervisor / Wellsite Supervisor in Brisbane employer: Zenith Energy
Zenith Energy is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment at our Rivervale Head Office where collaboration and innovation thrive. We prioritise employee growth through ongoing training and development opportunities, ensuring that our team members are equipped to excel in their roles. With a strong commitment to compliance and sound contracting practices, we foster a culture of integrity and support, making it a rewarding place to build your career in energy project management.
