Lead Directional Drilling (Lead DD)

Contract · Oil & Gas Service Company

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Job Description

  • 15+ years of overall industry and rig-site experience. 
  • At least 7 years specifically as a directional driller, with solid mud-motor experience. 
  • Experience across in fast-paced drilling operations are preferred. 
  • Valid BOSIET-T.

    Key Responsibilities 
  • Direct and execute directional drilling operations to steer the wellbore per the approved trajectory. 
  • Operate and monitor mud-motor/rotary-steerable assemblies, adjusting toolface and parameters in real time.
  • Lead the on-shift DD crew, overseeing safe BHA rig-up/rig-down and tool handling. 
  • Work with MWD/LWD engineers to interpret survey and formation data for steering decisions. 
  • Troubleshoot downhole tool issues to minimize non-productive time. 
  • Maintain accurate drilling/survey logs and contribute to end-of-well reporting.

Requirements

Company: JST Group Hire Type: Contract Openings: 2

Job Details

Location
WORKSITE Offshore/ Onshore (28-14/ 28-28)
Job Type
Contract
Category
Oil & Gas Service Company
Posted
10 August 2026

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