Well Technology - MPD Superintendent

Overview

Job Summary:

The MPD Superintendent provides expert support with respect to Managed Pressure Drilling operations, including but not limited to:
Surface Back Pressure (SBP), Pressurized Mud Cap Drilling (PMCD) and Controlled Mud Line (CML). Acts as an internal independent Technical Authority for MPD matters related to well operations.

• Fulfills role as internal MPD subject matter expert and advisor
• Evaluates deviations from Valaris MPD corporate Procedures and associated documents
• Works with internal and external stakeholders (including clients and industry bodies) to deliver competitive MPD operations that differentiate the company from its competitors
• Supports standardization of Well Technology solutions aiming to deliver safe, industry leading performance at the lowest practical total cost of ownership
• Technical and Operational:
  Provides technical support to Operations and other departments in the company with respect to MPD related issues, including Management of Change (MOC) process, risk assessments, bridging documents, investigations etc.
• Where required, reviews and assesses client s MPD drilling plans/well design basis, and risk assessments to ensure compliance, regulatory, industry and client requirements
• Supports Operations with MPD performance reviews and process improvements to better support the needs of the customer (incl. KPI definition, monitoring and continuous improvement)
• Supports MPD related incidents and investigations to identify lessons learned, assess the effectiveness of the Valaris MPD procedures, and evaluate whether any changes to the procedures are warranted
• Compiles and distributes lessons learned reports and develop and implement any necessary changes to the corporate MPD procedures
• Represents the company in discussions with clients regarding MPD issues, activities, problems, etc.
• Participates in the after-action review (AAR) with key stakeholders
• Conducts and participates in MPD oversight activities, including offshore site visits
• Assists with the development and implementation of MPD competency and training process
• Responsible for continuing education to remain current on existing and emerging Well Technology solutions and associated regulatory developments
• Supports Engineering with the engineering review process for Well Technology related rig modifications or upgrades
• Supports Well Technology vendors audits as appropriate (min. 2-yearly)
• Maintains the company s MPD corporate procedures and associated documents
• Supports Operations and Waste Information Management system (WIMs) team in creating and maintaining WIMs global content for relevant operations
• In conjunction with Training and Competence, supports development of relevant training and competence material
• Supports Reliability and Maintenance Systems to create, maintain and audit the implementation of relevant maintenance strategies
• Monitor and implement where appropriate technologies, industry standards and industry best practices
• Participate and represent the Company in industry standards setting organizations/committees such as ABS, IADC and API and also at meetings with government agencies such as BSEE, USCG, DOI, etc.

• Bachelor s degree from accredited college or university and/or formal development training with practical experience in the design and construction of offshore MPD wells both deepwater (subsea BOPs) and shelf (surface BOPs)
• A minimum of ten (10) years of MPD experience in offshore well construction and design
• Understanding of the operations of all types of offshore drilling rigs
• Extensive experience in the use of (and preferably development of) MPD drilling techniques for well construction
• Supervisor Level Well Control certification and range of formal Advanced Well Control and Unconventional Drilling Technology training
• Offshore survival and medical certificates as mandated by government regulations are required

• Deep knowledge, skills and experience to act as an internal advisor and subject matter expert in MPD matters
• Demonstrably strong background with deep understanding in managed pressure drilling and other non-conventional offshore drilling technologies
• Ability to multi-task and establish priorities
• Availability and willingness to travel to such locations and with such frequency as the employer determines is necessary or desirable to meet its business needs
• Committed to a high standard of safety and to comply with all safety laws and all of the employer s safety policies and rules. Must be willing to report safety violations and potential safety violations to appropriate supervisory or management personnel
• Effective communication, teamwork and organizational skills. Good interpersonal skills
• Excellent conflict resolution skills and be able to diplomatically and constructively handle confrontation
• Exercise sound judgments and make decisions in a manner consistent with the essential job functions
• Maintain flexible attitude and approach towards assignments and successfully…