Drilling Subject Matter Expert (SME)

Mod Offshore provides a full range of services for maintenance, repair, refurbishment, modification, and recertification of surface and subsea equipment. In conjunction with our national and global network, we offer tailor-made solutions through collaboration with industry-leading partners in accordance with manufacturer standards and industry regulations. Mod Offshore also aims to provide significant support to clients by assisting in the execution of engineering projects and strategic Asset Management Plans (AMP) for their offshore ventures. Our priority and main motivation at Mod Offshore is to contribute to the nationalization of offshore operations and to become a service exporter with the experience we aim to gain in the near future.

Applications are welcomed from qualified offshore professionals worldwide.

We are seeking an experienced Drilling Subject Matter Expert (SME) to support an SPS Project on a drillship operating in Turkey.

Location: Drillship – Turkey

Rotation: 6 weeks on / 4 weeks off

The Drilling SME will be responsible for supporting the safe, efficient, and reliable execution of drilling related maintenance, inspection, and commissioning activities throughout the SPS scope.

Key Responsibilities

• Support SPS maintenance planning and equipment requirements
• Develop detailed maintenance plans and ensure alignment with project schedules (Gantt / WBS)
• Review and validate technical documentation, drawings, manuals, and certification records
• Develop maintenance work instructions and preventive maintenance tasks
• Perform equipment criticality analysis and risk assessments
• Prepare high-level and detailed Scope of Work (SOW) for drilling-related activities
• Coordinate closely with operations, planning, supply chain, and QHSE teams
• Support procurement activities and issue material and service requisitions
• Review of OEM Product Information Bulletins (PIBs)
• Support and deliver training to local personnel as required
• Address quality and safety matters and escalate issues to QHSE

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Petroleum Engineering, Drilling Engineering, or a related discipline
• 3–7 years of offshore drilling experience, preferably in SPS and/or reactivation projects
• Strong experience on offshore drilling units (drillship or semi-submersible)
• Solid background in drilling systems, equipment, and associated maintenance scopes
• Experience in maintenance planning, commissioning, and reactivation activities

Additional Requirements

• Familiarity with class society requirements and flag state regulations applicable to drilling units
• Ability to work effectively within multi-disciplinary offshore teams and field environments
• Strong understanding of HSE, operational, and regulatory requirements
• Fluent English communication skills
• Availability for rotational offshore assignments