Job Description

Job Category: FIELD SPECIALIST
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Job Overview
The Field Supervisor is a senior-level supervisory and entry-level management role responsible for overseeing and safely executing all Managed Pressure Drilling (MPD) operations on the rig. This position serves as the primary liaison between the client, rig personnel, Weatherford crews, and the office, with full accountability for MPD equipment performance, operational execution, safety compliance, and the mentoring of junior personnel.
Responsibilities

• Supervise, manage, and lead all MPD operations on the rig from a technical, operational, and safety perspective
• Act as the primary point of contact between the client, rig personnel, Weatherford crews, and office support teams
• Rig up, operate, maintain, and troubleshoot all MPD equipment, including RCD element changes and event identification
• Ensure MPD equipment is fully functional, green tagged, and inventoried prior to mobilization and during operations
• Manage crew shifts, rotations, logistics, and daily operational activities on location
• Conduct safety meetings, enforce QHSE procedures, and report incidents in accordance with company policy
• Train, mentor, and supervise MPD crew members and junior personnel
• Coordinate with third-party service providers such as mud logging, MWD, directional, and drilling services
• Maintain daily communication with client representatives and service companies on location
• Manage inventory, logistics, and job ticket documentation, ensuring timely submission to the office
• Oversee preventive maintenance activities and ensure completion of required checklists
• Document operations, incidents, and performance data in the Weatherford Performance Tracking System
• Support shop activities as required, including equipment preparation, green tagging, and shipping coordination
• Ensure compliance with Weatherford quality policies, operating procedures, and safety standards
• Complete required competency assessments and support personnel evaluations when qualified
• Perform additional MPD-related duties as assigned by management

Skills

• Strong mechanical aptitude and hands-on MPD operational expertise
• In-depth knowledge of MPD equipment, procedures, and well control practices
• Excellent leadership, supervisory, and mentoring capabilities
• Strong organizational, planning, and workload prioritization skills
• High attention to detail and strong safety awareness
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams
• Flexibility to operate in demanding field environments and changing conditions
• Basic understanding of electrical and hydraulic principles (preferred)

Qualifications

• Minimum 8+ years of Managed Pressure Drilling experience
• Minimum 2 years of oilfield supervisory experience
• Willingness to travel to remote, offshore, and international work locations
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal and team leadership skills
• High School Diploma, GED, or technical degree related to the oil and gas industry

English proficiency
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About Us:
Weatherford is a leading global energy services company. Our world-class experts partner with customers to optimize their resources and realize the full potential of their assets. Across our operating locations, including manufacturing, research and development, service, and training facilities, operators choose us for strategic solutions that add efficiency, flexibility, and responsibility to any energy operation.
When you join Weatherford, you instantly feel connected to something bigger - a community that is grounded by our core values and driven to create innovative solutions for our customers. We celebrate each other's successes, grow together, and learn from each other constantly. Individually, we are impressive. Together, we are unstoppable. We are One Weatherford.
Weatherford is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

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