Onshore Drilling Engineer  Lagos

Amaiden Energy Nigeria Limited (formerly Moody International Nigeria Limited) was established in 1996 as a partnership between Moody International Group and Nigerian investors. Since commencing operations in March 1997 the company continues to grow and exerts its presence in numerous Projects in the Nigeria Oil and Gas Industry. We are recruiting suitable candidates to fill the position below:

Job Title: Onshore Drilling Engineer

Location: Lagos Main Functions

Ensure the delivery of high-quality drilling engineering solutions that align with the company's strategic objectives. Optimize the drilling operations to enhance safety, performance, and productivity. Develop and implement innovative drilling techniques and technologies to improve operational efficiency. Implement direct 5ives on budget management for ensure cost-effective drilling practices. Guide younger drilling engineers to foster skill development and professional growth. Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure alignment with company goals and industry standards. Identify and mitigate risks associated with drilling operations to safeguard company assets. Drive continuous improvement initiatives in drilling processes and methodologies. Ensure compliance with national regulations and company policies in all drilling activities. Provide input into the planning and execution of drilling projects to achieve desired outcomes.

Tasks and Responsibilities

Demonstrates personal commitment to COMPANY'S HSE Policy Maintains awareness of and ensures compliance with all relevant statutory and COMPANY HSE standards. Actively participates in Company safety awareness and initiative schemes and ensures the contractors under his/her responsibility are compliant Promote personnel safety, protection of the environment, and COMPANY assets onsite Ensure all aspects of the completion & well cleanup/well testing & rig-supported well intervention Operations comply with COMPANY. Referential, program, and best practices. Responsible for avoiding major risks at the well site through robust engineering input in the market in which the position operates: Regulated Typology of contacts related to the position: Internal & external stakeholders connected to the position Interface with internal company departments: GSR - HSE - Field Operations Development Planning External contacts: Service companies, partners, and regulators Contacts related to the position: The position requires the ability to influence and convince The Drilling Engr position is responsible for the following; Know, respect and ensure compliance with the company's code of Conduct. Follow the asset rigs operation and ensure they are conducted in line with the operational programs and Company referential Prepare well project cost and budget preparations Supervise the engineering/construction work of contractors, planning. Follow up through SQM Ensure necessary permits are delivered on time by Nigerian authorities. Reporting (weekly and monthly) High technology involved Critical interfaces with project packages Critical interfaces with Nigerian authorities (NUIMS, NUPRC, NNRA & NCDMB) 1. Organization: (in relationship with Technical Services, GSR and Assets) Participate and Contribute to SOR/WLR for drilling and ensure on timely delivery of work scope together with GSR inclusive of all Exploration projects Involved in project interfaces, SIMOPS (ECP/ Project / Field Ops). Participating in partner and coventurers meetings Technical: Prepare drilling engineering design and procedures. Prepare drilling programs. Ensure that the drilling improvement process is implemented and effective Prepare/Review derogations to company reference as required. Conduct the CFTs for drilling services, prepare the ITT documents, and perform the evaluations of Onshore D&W contracts Prepare and issue REX as required Provide input for onshore drilling engineering studies for long term projects Mentor young cadets Provide support to the superintendent in execution of nominated Onshore well

Job Requirements

Qualification level required for the position: Master’s or equivalent level Level of experience required for the position: Initial formal education: Master’s degree in engineering or equivalent Professional experience (number of years): 10 years' drilling related experience Technical skills required for the position: Drilling operation follow-up Calls for tender and contracts Well-designed and Drilling program Context of regulations: Wells / productivity HSE Technical Logistics Behavioral and presentation competencies required for the position: Interpersonal skills Good English oral, written presentation skills Excellent analytical, reporting, communication, leadership, and negotiation skills. Language skills required for the position: English (fluent) Certification required for the position: IWCF level 4 (in less than 3 months after resumption) & DRILLCAP Specific knowledge required for the position: Well design HSE Well Completion Well-intervention Experience in operations contracts management and well site drilling Ability to demonstrate problem solving skills for process and technical issues Sound knowledge of the local regulations (and best practices) governing well operations Other (former experience desirable): Cadet training onsite Software: Well view, Power point, word, excel, Well plan.

25th September, 2026. How to Apply

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