Drilling Section Leader

November 27, 2025
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Job Description

Responsible For/ensure:

  • Compliance with the Seadrill Code of Conduct.
  • Compliance with applicable internal and external governing requirements.
  • Compliance with Seadrill training, certification and competence requirements.
  • Compliance with applicable laws.
  • That all relevant personnel are adequately trained in handling emergencies.
  • That all emergency equipment is in good condition and configured as required.
  • Non-compliances are promptly acted on and reported to the direct supervisor.
  • Establishment and proper functioning of the safety organisation onboard.
  • That client drilling program is in compliance with Seadrill requirements.
  • All relevant governing documents are revised as and when required.
  • Training and competence assessments as assigned and/or required are performed.
  • Compliance with the standard for tidiness and cleanness.
  • Assume the safety role as per station bill and emergency preparedness plan.
  • Ensure that drilling equipment certification at all times is valid and available onboard.
  • Contribute with OBS card reporting.

JOB SPECIFIC

Responsible For/ensure:

  • Budgetary control of the department.
  • Supervision of well kill operations in an emergency or well control situation.
  • Safe and efficient operation of the drilling unit according to drilling program.
  • That any operations do not exceed the limitations of the unit or its equipment.
  • Managing all preparations for future drilling operations.
  • All relevant governing documents are adhered to by direct reports.
  • All relevant governing documents are revised as and when required.
  • That clear daily operational guidelines are provided to all direct reports.
  • Visible leadership by spending time in the field and monitoring daily operations.
  • Operational progress is reported to the Rig Manager and OIM as required.
  • Subordinates are trained to fill higher positions.
  • Other duties are performed as required and/or directed by his/her direct supervisor.
Company Name
Seadrill