Rig Manager (Australia)

Helmerich & Payne (Australia) Drilling Pty Ltd. ("H&P Australia"), a subsidiary of Helmerich & Payne, Inc., brings the expertise and advanced drilling technology of its parent company to the Australian market.
With a focus on quality, innovation, and safety, H&P Australia is well-equipped to meet the unique challenges of drilling operations in Australia.One of the key offerings of H&P Australia is its FlexRig and FlexRig technology.
These rigs are known for their flexibility, improved performance, and enhanced safety.
The super-spec FlexRig, part of the AC-drive FlexRig fleet, is specifically designed for the exploration and development of unconventional gas resources.
With greater power and capacity than other rigs in Australia, it enables increased operational efficiency, the ability to drill longer wells safely, and customization for different drilling scenarios.In addition to its advanced drilling rigs, H&P Australia provides a range of technology solutions to address oilfield challenges and improve drilling outcomes.
These integrated technologies include FlexB2D 2.0 Technology, FlexTorque Technology, StallAssist Technology, Autodriller Pro Control System, DrillScan Technology, and Digital Roadmap.
These solutions can optimize drilling performance, mitigate tool damage, and help prevent failures.H&P's strong reputation, commitment to safety, and cutting-edge technology make H&P Australia an excellent partner for companies in the Australian drilling industry.H&P Australia is seeking a Rig Manager for our Beetaloo Basin (0852) drilling project.
The primary duties will include but are not limited to the following:Build and shape H&P culture through effective leadership and development of our people (including Foreign Assignees and Local Hires)Ensure the safe operation of the facility, including the work site, equipment and personnel that come directly under their control and complies with federal, state and territory health, safety and environmental legislationDirect and supervise work of area personnel; determine work priorities and schedule work assignments; interview and recommend candidates; evaluate, orient, counsel, and train subordinate personnel; recommend associated personnel actionDefine project objectives; develop operating plan including manpower requirements in compliance with senior management decisionsAnalyze and oversee drilling operations including safety and recommend changes in procedures to meet goals and objectivesIdentify, develop, and recommend revision of standards, operating procedures, and new programs to reduce operating cost and improve efficiency; provides team with clear and concise written and verbal guidelinesInvestigate incidents, accidents and injuries and submits reportsPlan and direct team to erect, dismantle, and move drilling rigsPlan delivery of drilling tools, fuel, water, and other supplies for use at drill siteInspect rig and submit rig condition reports; monitor the conditions of drilling rigs and equipment to ensure preventive maintenance procedures are followedEvaluate well bore to determine result of drillingServe as a liaison with leased oil site operating personnelProvide regular updates and prepare reports for managerial review concerning drilling progress, operational problems, and equipment requirementsOperate rig and systems from control panel to maximize drilling and tripping efficiency; supervise operations on the rig floorMonitor and ensure proper well control practices are followed as per H&P operating procedureMonitor the performance of the mud pumps and perform exchange of expendable items as required, as well as general maintenance of pumpsProperly lock out and tag equipment on mud system during repairs and other activities that require isolation of equipmentOversee condition and basic analysis of drilling fluid in active and reserve mud system of rig as per the direction of customer and customer supplies service companiesMonitor pit (mud tank) fluid level, transfer fluids in and out of rig mud system, maintain the condition of the solids control equipment and high and low pressure piping, arrange valves of all tanks and associated pumping equipment, and monitor the flow output from well bore to mud systemEnsure compliance with H&P policies and make recommendations to coordinate with local requirementsEnsure individual and team required trainings in Workday Learning are completed in a timely mannerKnowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Demonstrate core values and safety standards according to the H&P wayCommitment to H&P's Health, Safety, and Environmental standards and CARE processes (COACH people-based safety, Compass Cards, LifeBelts, JSAs, hot-work, confined space entry, lock-out/tag-out, dropped object prevention, etc.)
with a proven track recordAbility to communicate with partner/customers to effectively handle concerns, performance reviews and to ensure customer satisfaction in generalAbility to use critical thinking skills to effectively leverage all resources, both people and equipmentFlexible and adaptable, able to overcome new challenges and opportunitiesProven leadership, interpersonal, and communication skillsAbility to effectively work across diverse cultural environments and accepting of cultural normsProficient in PC and software such as E.A.M., H&P applications and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and Teams)Australia-specific Considerations:Serve as a liaison with local, territory, state and federal statutory authoritiesEnsure the employee relations environment facilitates an uninterrupted supply of labor and fulfills management practices to ensure compliance with relevant legislationWillingness to learn and understand the application of relevant Australian legislation as it pertains to Drilling, HSE obligations and expectations, financial reporting and audit, Immigration, Import / Export / logistics, Employee RelationsAbility to effectively work in indigenous environmentsQualifications:High School Diploma or GED Equivalent required5 years' experience as Rig Manager (or combined with another drilling leadership role)Minimum of 2 years FlexRig and FlexRig technology experienceWorking 21 x 21 Including Daily 15 minute PT Safety Meetings, 12 hour work days, and (2) 1 hour Rig Manager Safety Trainings per hitchAbility to pass Australian required drilling and HSE certification for Rig ManagersInternal certifications required for all H&P Rig ManagersChange Champions Graduate preferredCOACH/CARE training completion preferredSalary Range:$182,500 - $200,750.00 AUDThank you for your interest in joining our team!#J-18808-Ljbffr