At the rig site, the Wellsite Leader (WSL) is the senior representative of SLB and has the responsibility for planning, coordination, leading and execution of the well operations program.

• Reports directly to the Well Superintendent or Drilling Manager.
• He/She will act as mentor for wellsite engineers
• Interacts with client wellsite representative (if present), Drilling Contractor Supervisors; and Service Company Engineers.

QHSE

• The WSL shall provide clear leadership in all aspects of health, safety and environmental (HSE) protection, ensuring that safe working practices are being utilized.
• The ultimate objective of the WSL is to conduct the well operations safely, in accordance with the approved well operations program and in compliance with the applicable Policies/Standards/ Procedures and the regulatory requirements, within the allocated time/cost with optimal use of resources.
• The roles and responsibilities of the WSL at the rig site are further detailed within the Standing Orders for Wellsite Leaders.

Planning and coordination

• Organizes and leads pre-job safety and operations meetings that are related to well operations.
• Leads daily planning meetings and discusses operations with tool pusher, segment and third party supervisors.
• Updates forecast and planned activity (7 day planner) to anticipate resource requirements to meet well demands and provide optimum efficiency of services.
• Responsible for checking that equipment and services comply with the contract.
• Manages proper inventory of tangibles such as, but not limited to cement, barite, bits, as well as rental equipment.

Operations

• Ensures that the operations are conducted to prevent the risk of well control, stuck pipe and any other drilling hazards.
• Issues Standing Instructions for Drillers for each tour, routed through toolpusher / rig manager.
• Comply to required SOPs ad complete checklists as required
• Prepares detailed procedures for specific critical operations (running casing, cementing, etc.)
• Take active part in performance discussions to improve ft/day and reduce flat time operation.
• Implements contingency plans at the rig site.
• Prepares daily cost estimates based on goods consumed and services provided.
• Signs off on services performed and materials used.

Communication

• Prepares and communicates accurate daily morning report with the contribution of the appropriate service companies.
• Communicates with Superintendent or drilling manager about daily operations on a regular basis.
• Communicates with the rig contractor via the Toolpusher/Rig Manager.
• Discusses material requests with logistic coordinator and third parties.
• Identify the need for Management of Change (MOC) process when required and communicate the issue to the Drilling Superintendent and / or Senior Well Engineer.
• Documents and immediately communicates any failure, accident or incident.
• Ensures adequate handover to his relief.

The Wellsite Leader should have experiences relevant to the nature of the project and typically at least 10 years Oilfield Drilling seniority in appropriate positions.

• High HSE awareness and commitment to Quality
• Leadership
• Risk Management
• Decision making and problem solving
• Team Player
• Ability to work under pressure
• High energy level
• Positive and proactive attitude
• Cost Control and Contract Awareness
• Written and oral communication skills
• Mentorship of other trainees at lower Steps / Levels
• Have at minimum an intermediate level of English