Field (Drilling Rig) Superintendent - West Texas

Company:  Precision Drilling

Location:  West Texas (Midland-Odessa)

Summary

The Field Superintendent is responsible for overseeing and managing drilling operations for their geographical area. This role is critical in overseeing land-based drilling operations in accordance with company, operator, and regulatory bodies’ policies. 

Responsibilities

Technical Operational Excellence:
•    Leverage internal and external company support systems to maximize operational outcomes.
•    Manage resources to proactively plan upcoming operations.

•    Analyze reports and coordinate follow-up as appropriate. 
•    Regularly inspect equipment, tools, and operations; work closely with Rig Managers to identify, track, and resolve all rig equipment issues. 
•    Assist Rig Managers in troubleshooting and all maintenance procedures. 
•    Ensure all equipment tracking is accurate.
•    Have a consistent active field presence at rig sites to evaluate and provide proactive  feedback to the Rig Managers and monitor operations.
•    Improve the level of service to customer performance, establishing benchmarks and ensuring target KPIs are met.

People Leadership:
•    Lead all aspects of the employment cycle, including hiring, onboarding, development, performance management, discipline, and employee relations.  
•    Maintain full rig staffing through proactive workforce planning, crew management, and development of a strong talent pipeline by conducting behavioral interviews and crew assessments to ensure personnel meet company standards and operational needs.

•    Set clear performance expectations and KPIs for Rig Managers; provide coaching, feedback, and accountability to drive results and uphold Precision standards including follow up when gaps identified.
•    Evaluate leadership and crew competencies to identify training needs, ensure completion of required courses, and maintain full compliance with company and client requirements, including critical certifications.
•    Partner with HR and Field Training teams to manage employee relations, address ethics concerns, and develop and mentor Rig Managers, Drillers, and high-potential employees to strengthen the talent pipeline.

Safety Performance:
•    Maintain the standard of safety excellence.
•    Ensure crew training is completed and compliant with Company standards. •    Assist in HSE audits, develop and monitor corrective actions, and assist in incident investigations. 
•    Participate in effective safety meetings with good communication, discussing safety trends and concerns.

Customer Service:
•    Communicate regularly with the operator’s representatives in areas of well planning, operations, and personnel. Elevating both opportunities and concerns.
•    Support the administration of current contracts regarding reimbursable charges, labor increases, and operational summaries to ensure timely invoicing in these areas. 

•    Collaborate with the Sales on evaluation and preparation of customer interactions.
•    Work with Sales to negotiate contracts, provide cost estimates, trucking bids, and ensure billing accuracy.
•    Manage the customer relationship through positive and negative situations. Embracing multiple points of contact and support. 
•    Resolving customer conflict and appropriate resolution.
•    Engage with customers, review drilling programs, and ensure rig capabilities meet or exceed requirements.

Financial Management:  
•    Attend company-directed training, reviews, and utilize resources to close gaps identified in billing processes. 
•    Oversee rentals, purchase orders, and work orders, verifying accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with corporate policies.

•    Manage capital and operating expenditures to meet budget and profitability targets, reviewing financial performance monthly with Rig Managers and ensuring adherence to SOX and other financial controls.

Knowledge & Skills

•    Working knowledge of mud pumps, engines and top drives.  
•    Possess excellent communication skills and able to lead by example.
•    Working knowledge of MS office:  Word, Excel and e-mail.•    Ability to stay highly motivated and inspire others.
•    Ability to demonstrates a well-defined sense of diplomacy.
•    Ability to multitask.
•    Ability to adapt to and learn fast new software.
•    Able to work well under pressure and meet set deadlines.
•    Ability to be resourceful, flexible, and adaptable.
•    Ability to keep up to speed on new technology.

Education & Experience

•    High school diploma or GED required; engineering or technical degree/diploma considered an asset.
•    Minimum of 3+ years’ experience in oil well drilling in a Rig Manager capacity, with at least 2 years working in U.S. drilling operations.
•    10+ years of experience in the drilling/oilfield industry preferred.