Job summary
Eram Talent is recruiting a Drilling Rig Foreman in Dhahran for the Unconventional Resources Drilling Department. The role supervises land drilling and workover rigs on deep or critical wells, ensuring contractor performance, safety compliance and timely material coordination.
Key responsibilities
- Supervise field operations of land drilling and workover rigs on deep or critical wells
- Ensure contractor compliance with contract obligations and company standards
- Coordinate delivery of well materials and equipment to meet rig schedules
- Enforce Saudi Aramco safety and blowout prevention standards
- Approve contractor daily tour reports and monitor rig performance
- Recommend alternative methods or equipment for unusual situations
- Work with drilling and workover engineers to apply modern drilling practices
- Ensure rig and equipment maintenance to minimize downtime
Requirements
- B.S. degree in Engineering
- Minimum five years' experience in drilling and workover operations
- Sufficient supervisory experience on a drilling or workover rig
- Proven experience with land drilling and deep/critical well operations
- Strong knowledge of well control, BOP and rig safety standards
- Experience managing contractors and ensuring HSE compliance
- Willingness to work in remote locations and stay in mobile camps on 28/28 rotation
Skills
Drilling operationsWell controlBlowout Prevention (BOP)Rig supervisionContract managementHSE complianceLogistics coordinationDrilling engineeringEquipment maintenanceField reporting
Source: Workable. Last checked as open: 14 Nov 2026. You apply directly with the employer.
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