Field Specialist

Field Specialist

Key Responsibilities

• Operate, redress, and maintain downhole tools and equipment at customer job sites in support of well intervention operations.
• Work under broad direction, applying proficient knowledge of well intervention applications, and advise on and troubleshoot complex, critical technical issues.
• Continuously expand application knowledge and expertise to include new applications of increasing complexity and risk; perform complex operational tasks and projects, including developing new or improved processes and techniques.
• Ensure equipment is compatible with all other equipment used on the job.
• Work in accordance with HSE policies and procedures, both on site and in the workshop, and maintain legal compliance.
• Safely and efficiently use all tools and equipment to support timely completion of assigned work orders and duties, and to optimize throughput.
• Complete job reports and other relevant paperwork accurately, and file and distribute them in a timely manner.
• Liaise with customers and drilling crews on troubleshooting and job planning to ensure effective solutions are identified and implemented; attend customer meetings as required and represent the company in a positive manner.
• Provide technical assistance in troubleshooting performance problems and improving energy efficiency, operating costs, and overall equipment reliability, including through on-site visits.
• Stay up to date on product capabilities, enhancements, and customer processes; apply and follow lessons learned and best practices; write specific job procedures as required.
• Provide training, mentoring, and performance-management support for less experienced engineers.
• Be available on call 24 hours, and perform other duties and activities as assigned within the physical constraints of the job.

Requirements

• Mandatory experience specifically in well finishing and intervention.
• High school diploma, engineering qualification, or equivalent experience in the oilfield.
• Minimum of 6-10 years' experience in oilfield activities.
• Expert-level knowledge and understanding of well intervention services and practices, with thorough technical knowledge of Fishing, Whipstock, and/or Thru-Tubing products and services.
• Competent to operate as lead hand in Cased Hole Fishing or Milling, Whipstock Permanent, Cut & Pull, Thru Tubing, Single Section Milling, and Open Hole Fishing.
• Good knowledge of downhole tools and equipment, and understanding of downhole conditions, rotating equipment, and vibration & harmonics.
• Strong operational and technical skills, with the ability to troubleshoot and solve complex technical problems.
• Excellent communication in English (written and oral), presentation, leadership, supervisory, team, and organisational skills.
• Outstanding ability to build relationships with others; self-starter with the ability to work independently and train other engineers.
• Capable of multitasking and working effectively under pressure; self-motivated.
• Ability to learn and use computer programs and spreadsheets within the proposed job environment.
• Ability to generate clear, concise, and timely reports in a professional manner.
• Willingness and readiness to travel as required.