Oil rig manager Job Descriptions

Oil rig manager Job Profile and Description

An oil rig manager, also known as a Toolpusher, is in charge of supervising the whole crew on the oil rig and also monitors the drilling activities and equipment. He is the leader who gives directions to the drillers; he conducts safety training, resolves any dispute among the crew members and helps in solving any personnel and operational issue.

Duties and Responsibilities

• An oil rig manager should monitor every rig operation to ensure that the operations follow the environment standards, government directives and all safety requirements are met
• He has to ensure that high standards are met and maintained
• He should make sure that all the workers in the rig are adequately trained and the rig is equipped to provide the customer with a safe, efficient means of accomplishing their drilling
• Critical inventories and equipment should be regularly checked and maintained
• He should ensure that all rig moves comply with the operating manual, company policy and regulatory requirements
• He also needs to monitor all rig cost and see that all parts and equipment are sent in for repairs when required
• He should coordinate with the materials control department for the movement of materials and supplies to and from the rig

Skills and Specifications

• He should have physical strength and stamina
• Knowledge of computer is important
• Should be able to work in a team atmosphere
• He should have strong leadership skills
• He ought to have good training skills
• He ought to be aware of all rig positions that lead to rig manager

Education and Qualifications

He should have adequate training in at least one of the following:

• HSE Management System
• HSE Induction
• Advanced Fire Training
• Permit to Work – Supervisor
• Fall Protection
• High Angle Rescue
• Confined Space Entry
• Standard First Aid & CPR
• Defensive Driving

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