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Offshore drilling jobs Week 03/2026

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Hiring: Rig Electricians – Saudi National

One of our key customers, a leading onshore and offshore Drilling Contractor located in Saudi Arabia, are seeking several experienced Offshore Rig Electricians to join theirteam!

Location: Saudi Arabia
Rotation: 28×28

Send your CV to:
venus.brann@liberaconsultants.com

An oil and gas drilling company located in Port Harcourt, Nigeria, is currently seeking to employ

  1. Toolpushers ( IWCF Level 4) must have worked in land drilling fields))
  2. Drillers ( IWCF Level 3) must have worked in land drilling fields))
  3. Assistant Drillers ( IWCF Level 3) with Rig experience. ( must have worked in land drilling fields)
  4. Derrickmen with experience in oil and gas drilling operations ( must have 5. Floormen with experience in oil and gas drilling operations ( must have worked in land drilling fields)
  5. Mechanics: with experience in oil and gas drilling operations ( must have worked in land drilling fields)
  6. Electricians: with experience in oil and gas drilling operations ( must have worked in land drilling fields)
  7. Medics: ( must have worked in land drilling fields or platforms)
  8. Mudmen: ( must have worked in land drilling fields)

ALL POSITIONS ARE FOR NIGERIAN NATIONALS.
 Age: must not be more than 45 years for all positions.

Applicants MUST include their date of birth in their CVs (with a passport photograph attached to the CV) and save the CV with their names and the position applied. Additionally, applicants must add the application reference number: HL/66/001/2026.

Please note that these positions are for Nigerian nationals only. Send your CV to godwin.oisemokhai@hilonggroup.com. Entry closes Friday, 23rd January 2026.

Machinist vacancy on Semi-Sub Drilling Rig

We are looking for candidate to cover a Machinist vacancy onboard a 6th generation Semi-Sub Drilling Rig with one of our client.

Starting ASAP
12 months rolling contract, 28/28 rotations, salary details available at our office + various insurances.
Starting ASAP.

Previous experience in rank on Drilling units is required.
BOSIET
Very good English level

Happy to provide further details should you be interested. Please send your CV & certificates to bjangeer@mnrltd.com

NEW VACANCY – ROUSTABOUT**

On behalf of our Client, we are looking for a Roustabout for a position commencing on the 20th January for 1 week.

Please get in touch by emailing me at suzanne.laing@grndrilling.com if you have offshore experience in this role along with all relevant offshore certification.

RECRUITMENT ANNOUNCEMENT
1.  DRILLING SUPERINTENDENT (Onshore Vietnam)
–   At least 7 years as a Drilling Superintendent with experience in an oil company.
–   Have at least 10 years of experience in SIMOPS management on offshore platforms.
–   Have experience in Vietnam is an advantage.
–   Must be graduated Bachelor degree or equivalent or higher
–   Additional drilling training certifications such as valid IWCF (level 4), IADC, … are required.
2.  SENIOR DRILLING SUPERVISOR (Offshore Vietnam)
–   At least 7 years as a Senior Drilling Supervisor with experience in an oil company.
–   Have at least 10 years of experience in SIMOPS management on offshore platforms.
–   Have experience in Vietnam is an advantage.
–   Must be graduated Bachelor degree or equivalent or higher
–   Additional drilling training certifications such as valid IWCF (level 4), IADC, … are required.

Working location: Onshore & Offshore Viet Nam 
Duration: 12 months
Commence days: March 2026

For more detail feel free to contact me (WhatsApp, Zalo): (+84) 787.282.713

If you meet the above criteria or know someone who does, please share your updated CV with us at tuyendung@anvietresource.com mentioning the position in the subject line.

NEW OPPORTUNITY: Well Control and Shared Equipment Manager

One of our key customers, a leading drilling contractor in Saudi Arabia, is looking to hire a Well Control and Shared Equipment Manager to support its expanding fleet of onshore & offshore rigs. This is an excellent opportunity to join a rapidly growing operation and contribute to a leading drilling organisation in the region.

Location: Saudi Arabia
Residential

Requirements:

  • MUST have GCC experience
  • 10 years’ experience within Well Control

Only candidates who meet the above criteria will be considered.

If you are interested, please share your CV to leyla.karsiyaka@liberaconsultants.com

HSE Lead – Integrated Drilling Services

KDC is seeking an experienced HSE Lead – Integrated Drilling Services to support its in-house Integrated Oilfield Services.

Based in Kuwait, with support for international operations as required.
The HSE Lead will provide HSE oversight across Integrated Drilling Services, including Directional Drilling, Drilling Fluids, and Cementing, supporting both office and field activities. The role works closely with service managers, drilling teams, and HSE advisors to ensure effective risk management, SIMOPS control, and compliance with KDC HSE standards across Kuwait and international projects.

Requirements
 
8–10 years’ HSE experience, primarily within oilfield service lines
Strong Integrated Services or service-company background
2–3 years’ drilling HSE experience to support SIMOPS and interface understanding preferred
NEBOSH or IOSH certificate or diploma
Fluent in English (Arabic an advantage)
Kuwait-based or GCC candidates preferred
 
Apply by sending your CV to: careers@kdckwt.com

Equipment Operator – 28/28 Rotation – Permanent Position

The following permanent position is for EU Passport Holders, UK passport 𝗰𝗮𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘁 be accepted due to visa restrictions.

Onboard a Stimulation Vessel that travels around the North Sea, you will assist with:
➡️ Operate and maintain pumping equipment onboard vessel
➡️ Mix and transfer stimulation chemicals
➡️ Rig up/Rig Down

Experience Required:
➡️ Offshore experience
➡️ Knowledge of well stimulation activities
➡️ Excellent English skills

📩 kieran.dhillon@nesfircroft.com

Urgent Offshore Vacancies – EPC- Oil & Gas Sector
We are urgently hiring experienced offshore professionals for Derrick Pipelay / Jack-Up Barge and NMDC Base Office (NOD).

📍 Location: Offshore / NOD Base

🔹 Open Positions
Barge Superintendent (Floating and Derrick Pipelay Barge DP-2/3)
Hook-Up Superintendent
Rigging Supervisor
Grouting Supervisor
Drilling Supervisor
Welding Supervisor (Structural / Subsea Pipeline)
Hydraulic Hammer Supervisor
Instrument Supervisor (Hydrotesting & Pigging)
Cable Laying Supervisor
Anchor Foreman
Barge Foreman
Anchor Operator

✅ Experience Requirements
Superintendent Roles:
Minimum 15 years of relevant experience in core offshore hook-up and/or subsea works.
Supervisor Roles:
Minimum 10 years of relevant experience, including at least 5 years in a supervisory capacity.
📩 Interested candidates are requested to share their CVs at:
farhana.khanam@nmdc-group.com
recruitment@nmdc-group.com

Position: Drilling Logistics Material Coordinator

Oil & Gas | Offshore / Rotation cycle

Minimum Qualification:
Engineering graduate or equivalent at least 6+ Strong offshore drilling rig experience required Immediate joiners / max 2 weeks notice highly preferred

Location: Offshore, Abu Dhabi

Apply on or before 18 Jan 2026 | 5:00 PM (UAE time)

Send your CV to ivee.pantoja@dulsco.com-

Subject: Drilll + Salary Expectation (AED)

Only qualified candidates will be notified with our Team

Live vacancy
Senior Drilling Engineer – Planning & Drilling Operations
Location – Europe or UAE (Residential position)
12-month renewable contract

Our client, a major international drilling and energy projects company delivering complex developments for major IOCs and NOCs is recruiting a Senior Drilling Engineer within its global drilling operations function. This is a technical, performance driven role, not a rig or people management position.

The role
You will support drilling operations from a planning and real time performance perspective, working closely with Performance Centre leadership and field teams across the full well delivery lifecycle.

Key responsibilities

  • Planning and operations drilling engineering across the full well lifecycle
  • Real-time drilling performance monitoring and KPI dashboard development
  • Review and validation of operator drilling programmes
  • DWOP participation and Well Delivery Process support
    HPHT, deepwater floater, and jack-up operations
  • Technical assurance, QA/QC, and MOC from standards
  • Performance optimisation and application of advanced well engineering
  • Support rig automation and integration of new technologies

Required background

  • Senior Drilling Engineer only
  • Strong planning and drilling operations experience
  • Offshore exposure, floaters and jack-ups
  • HPHT well experience
  • Experience with an operator – IOCs and NOCs on complex or large scale assets
  • Comfortable operating in RT centres or performance focused environments

Experience level
Target – 20+ years
Flexible: strong candidates with 10+ years considered

Practical details
Location: Europe or UAE, residential assignment – Family status will be considered and a benefits package provided with allowances
Contract: 12 months, renewable

This is a specific, technically demanding requirement with limited flexibility on profile alignment.

Interested candidates should apply with Christopher Kellie for a confidential discussion.

Christopher Kellie
chris.kellie@ablyresources.com

NEW VACANCY – SENIOR RIG ELECTRICIAN**

Good morning Linkedin

We are looking for a Senior Rig Electrician for a temporary position commencing 23rd January to the 6th February.

Please get in touch by emailing me at suzanne.laing@grndrilling.com if you have offshore experience in this role and hold COMPEX along with an Electrical qualification ie HNC, City & Guilds, apprenticeship and all other relevant certification.

WE’RE HIRING ! #SPARKMOA #Oil_and_Gas #DrillingEngineer

Job Position: Drilling Engineer
📍 Location: Abu Dhabi (with frequent visits to Offshore / Jack-up Rigs).

SPARK is seeking an experienced Drilling Engineer to join our team on a contract hire basis. This role offers excellent exposure to offshore operations along with a competitive compensation and benefits package.

Contract Details:

  • Contract Type: Contract Hire – Limited (1.5 years)
  • Extension: Possible upon mutual agreement, subject to project requirements.
    🕒 Probation Period: 6 months.

Working Hours:

  • Abu Dhabi: 07:00 – 15:00 (5 days per week).
  • Offshore: 06:30 – 18:30 (7 days per week, 1-hour lunch break).

Leave Cycle :

  • Single Status: 150 / 30 (Single accommodation provided).
  • Family Status: 335 / 30.
  • Family status is subject to management approval after successful completion of the probation period.
  • Housing Allowance: Will be provided for family status employees (direct payment to landlord).

Compensation & Benefits :

  • Air Ticket: Round-trip economy class provided.
  • Medical: Health insurance provided.

Accommodation:

  • Single status accommodation provided.
  • Family accommodation subject to approval (as noted above).

-GCC / UAE experience required

Interested candidates can send their CVs to “careers@spark.ae “, with “Drilling Engineer” mentioned in the subject line.

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