As a Drilling Operator at Baker Hughes, you will be responsible for managing equipment and operations on the rig floor. This includes handling tubulars, ensuring connection integrity, and maintaining high safety standards in a high-pressure environment.
Responsibilities
Operating drilling and tubular-handling equipment on the rig floor, including elevators, slips, spiders, mechanical tools, and hydraulic/pneumatic devices used during pipe handling and well construction.
Assisting with running and pulling tubulars (casing, drill pipe, and tubing), supporting safe alignment, stabbing, latching, and connection integrity during drilling operations.
Inspecting tools and equipment before, during, and after drilling activities to ensure operational readiness and identify potential failures or hazards.
Communicating effectively with the driller, rig floor operators, and supervisors to coordinate safe movement of tubulars, tools, and equipment.
Following all drilling and client safety requirements, attending rig safety meetings, and maintaining constant awareness of hazards on the rig floor.
Supporting general rig-floor duties such as assisting with rig-up/rig-down, basic equipment troubleshooting, and completing operational documentation.
Qualifications and Requirements
Education: BA/BSc/HND or a two-year technical degree (preferred) or equivalent technical training combined with field experience.
Experience: Minimum of 2 years of industry experience, specifically with direct exposure to drilling or tubular-handling operations.
Industry Knowledge: General knowledge of the oil and gas industry and product-line exposure (Drilling, TRS, rig operations).
Technical Skills: Strong mechanical aptitude and the ability to safely operate and understand mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic tools used on drilling rigs.
Soft Skills: Ability to work well and communicate effectively with drilling crews and supervisors in high-pressure environments.
Flexibility: Willingness to work variable schedules, including offshore, shift-based, or on-call assignments, and adapt to changing operational demands.
Interested and qualified candidates should apply online through the Baker Hughes careers portal. Go to Baker Hughes on careers.bakerhughes.com to complete your application.
