Tuesday 8 October 2013

Derrickman Careers in Uganda at Exalo Drilling

Job Title: Derrickman- QSL/OGEC/08/13-05 - 12 posts

Responsibilities:

Ensure the smooth running of the mud pumps and all the mud processing equipment and to perform routine maintenance on the same
Maintain all mud pumping and processing area in a clean and tidy condition
Monitor active pit levels to assist in well control, reporting any anomalies to the Driller immediately
Assist in installation and movement of B.O.P. equipment
Carry out repairs to the fluid end of the mud pumps and valves in the LP mud system
Making up DCs, DPs, HWDP (setting pipes pin to box during RIH operations, racking on setback, visibility);
Mud balance;
Cleaning and changing shale shaker screens;
Emergency training (types, signals).

Requirement:
After coming off the mast:
Controlling the valves on suction and discharge lines;
Controlling the work of mud pump;
Lubricating the rods;
Disassembling the monkey board and safety lines;
Checking and setting the safety valve;
Principles of use for the cablock and safety harness.

Work Environment:

Derrick man usually works 85 -105 feet above flat surface, the work place is narrow and hot.
Since the work place for Derrick man is quite dangerous, the employees are provided with safety suits. Skill and Competency Requirements: Must have knowledge in pipes alignment and drilling.
Should know how to operate diesel motors, pumps and drilling mud systems.
Ability to read monitor pressure and mud density.
Knowledge in basic Math, to calculate dense of mud A good observer, good in monitoring mud density, pressure and oil Must have strong built and has healthy body.
Can work long hours.

Requirements/Qualifications:

High school degree or technical degree in petroleum engineering
Minimum 3 years of experience in the oil and gas industry
certificates in first aid,
Language: English
Safety Training Courses and Medical Certificate

How to Apply:

All applicants are strongly advised to clearly state and highlight their suitability for the above positions, and to send their curriculum vitae (highlighting the job reference number) to:
The Human Resource Manager,
Q-Sourcing Ltd
Plot 29, Bukoto Street,
Kamwokya, Kampala.

Applicants may also send soft copy applications to: office@qsourcing.com.

Application Deadline: 16th Oct 2013

Only successful candidates shall be contacted.