Job summary
Eram Talent is hiring a Drilling Rig Foreman in Abqaiq for the Unconventional Resources Drilling Department. The role supervises land drilling and workover rigs on deep or critical wells, managing contractors, safety compliance and material coordination.
Key responsibilities
- Supervise and oversee land drilling and workover rig operations.
- Ensure contractor compliance with contract obligations and company standards.
- Coordinate delivery of well materials and equipment to site.
- Approve contractor daily tour reports and monitor rig maintenance.
- Recommend alternative methods or equipment for unusual situations.
- Work with drilling engineers to apply modern drilling practices.
- Ensure compliance with blowout prevention standards and HSE procedures.
- Perform other duties as directed by superintendent.
Requirements
- B.S. degree in Engineering.
- Minimum five years experience in drilling and workover operations with supervisory exposure.
- Proven experience supervising land drilling and workover rigs for deep critical wells.
- Strong knowledge of drilling operations, well control and BOP standards.
- Experience managing contractors and ensuring operational and HSE compliance.
- Willingness to work in remote locations and live in mobile camps on 28/28 rotation.
Skills
well controlBOPrig supervisiondrilling operationsworkover operationscontract managementHSE compliancelogistics coordinationcrew managementdaily reporting
Source: Workable. Last checked as open: 14 Nov 2026. You apply directly with the employer.
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