🌍 Asset Manager (Talent Pool) – Arabian Drilling Company | Rig Operations Manager Jobs in Saudi Arabia
Job Description
📌 Summary
Arabian Drilling Company is actively building its Asset Manager (Talent Pool) to identify experienced rig operations professionals for future leadership openings. This is a strategic operations role for seasoned oil and gas professionals with experience managing onshore and offshore drilling rigs. The ideal candidate will drive performance excellence, maintain HSE standards, and deliver cost-effective services across the rig fleet. This position supports rig managers by removing administrative burdens and allowing them to focus solely on safe and efficient drilling operations.
If you’re a highly experienced rig operations expert looking to join a premier drilling company in the Middle East, this opportunity is for you.
📊 Job Details at a Glance
| Job Title | Asset Manager (Talent Pool) |
|---|---|
| Company | Arabian Drilling Company |
| Location | Head Office or Assigned Rig Base (KSA) |
| Reports To | Operations Director |
| Department | Operations / Asset Management |
| Work Type | Full-Time |
| Shift Type | Office / Field (Rotational May Apply) |
| Experience Required | 15+ years in drilling operations (onshore/offshore) |
| Certifications | IWCF/IADC Well Control (Supervisor Level), Stuck Pipe Certification |
| Tools & Systems | Drilling optimization tools, rig equipment, well control systems |
🎯 Key Responsibilities
🛠 Operational Leadership & Technical Expertise
- Lead all aspects of drilling rig operations (onshore and offshore).
- Ensure rig operations meet safety, technical, and environmental standards.
- Provide subject-matter expertise on rig systems, equipment, and procedures.
📈 Performance Optimization & Client Service
- Optimize rig performance to ensure safe, efficient, and cost-effective well delivery.
- Support rig managers in daily operations, enabling their focus on safety and performance.
- Resolve operational bottlenecks with minimal impact on productivity.
💰 Cost Management & Strategic Planning
- Monitor and control operational costs across the rig fleet.
- Contribute to long-term asset planning, maintenance, and capital investments.
🤝 Client Relations & Business Development
- Maintain strong client relationships through transparent communication and service excellence.
- Support business growth by ensuring high levels of operational delivery.
👥 Human Resources Management
- Lead, mentor, and manage rig crew teams across multiple drilling sites.
- Promote a high-performance culture with a focus on safety, compliance, and training.
🧠 Skills & Qualifications
- Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Petroleum, or related field
- Experience: 15+ years in drilling operations with leadership roles
- Rig Type: Experience with both land and offshore rigs; development and exploratory wells
- Technical Skills:
- Deep knowledge of rig systems and well control
- Advanced understanding of well planning and stuck pipe prevention
- Certifications:
- Valid IWCF or IADC Well Control Certificate – Supervisor Level
- Stuck Pipe Certification
- Soft Skills:
- Leadership and team development
- Strategic thinking and decision-making
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
✅ General Guidelines
- Adhere to all Arabian Drilling Company HSE policies, operational standards, and compliance guidelines.
- Support a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence.
- Be prepared for future responsibilities as the organization grows and adapts.
🚀 Apply Now
Join a leading Middle Eastern drilling contractor and be part of a high-performance rig operations team. If you have what it takes to manage complex rig operations across various geographies, register for our Asset Manager Talent Pool today.
👉 Apply Now at Arabian Drilling Company Careers
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