Offshore: Lead Driller

Become: Offshore: Lead Driller

In order to hold this position, you must have the following:

Experience in all phases of onsite drilling operation Well Control certificate - Supervisor level, combined Surface and Subsea BOP Stack (Issued by an institution approved by IWCF) Cyber base experience

Source: Maersk drilling

About: Offshore: Lead Driller

The lead driller is the deputy to the Senior Toolpusher, which means that he/she is the overall responsible of drilling operations as outlined by the Senior Toolpusher. He/she ensures that all drilling operations are carried out in accordance with the fixed programme; supervises the drill crew and drilling equipment as well as the deck crew and other ongoing work on board the rig. On some units, the lead driller is called a Lead Driller.

You progress from the position of Driller when you have the significant offshore drilling experience and have the proven competences and managerial skills needed.