Field Wells Superintendent (Onshore Operations) – Field Based, 2 Positions at WTS Energy in Nairobi, Kenya

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    Field Wells Superintendent (Onshore Operations) – Field Based, 2 Positions

    WTS EnergyNairobi, Kenya

    Posted

    2 months ago

    Full Time
    On Site
    Senior
    Mining, Oil & Gas
    Engineering & Technology

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    Job Description

    We are seeking to hire two Field Wells Superintendent who will serve as the field-based operational lead for drilling and well services activities.

    Key Responsibilities

    1. Act as the field-based operational lead and primary interface for drilling contractors and well services providers.
    2. Coordinate and deconflict daily and weekly drilling and well services operations.
    3. Oversee field logistics and supply chain operations.
    4. Ensure contractors comply with contractual obligations, KPIs, operational procedures, and HSSEQ requirements.
    5. Lead field-level planning activities.
    6. Oversee well control readiness, BOP integrity, and pressure control systems.
    7. Monitor drilling performance, well progress, NPT drivers, and cost performance.
    8. Coordinate maintenance, inspection, and availability of critical field equipment.
    9. Maintain accurate operational records and ensure timely reporting of well progress, incidents, and performance updates to management.
    10. Manage interfaces between drilling, well services, logistics, procurement, camp services, and regulatory stakeholders.
    11. Lead incident response, investigation, and implementation of corrective and preventive actions.

    Required Qualifications

    1. Bachelor’s degree in Petroleum Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical discipline preferred.
    2. Minimum of ten (10) years’ experience in upstream oil & gas operations.
    3. Proven experience in supervisory or leadership roles.
    4. Strong knowledge of onshore rig operations, well control systems, BOP systems, casing and cementing operations, directional drilling fundamentals, and well services coordination.
    5. Well Control Certification (IWCF/IADC or equivalent) and relevant safety certifications.

    Job Details

    Estimated Salary Range

    KES 110,000 – 155,000 / monthBased on Kenyan market rates for similar roles

    Salary Type

    Monthly

    Job Function

    Engineering & Technology

    Minimum Experience

    10 years

    Education Level

    Bachelor’s Degree

    Area of Study

    Engineering

    Field of Study

    Petroleum Engineering

    Languages

    English

    Additional Information

    How to Apply: Interested and qualified? Go to WTS Energy on www.wtsenergy.com to apply

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    oil and gas
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