• Application Deadline:
• Position: Drilling Engineering Lead



• Job Type Full Time



• Qualification BA/BSc/HND



• Experience 10 years



• Location Lagos




• Job Field Engineering / Technical 
  
  

JOB OVERVIEW

• Lead and drive all drilling and   well engineering activities across the asset, with full accountability for   well delivery, well integrity, and drilling performance across the entire   well lifecycle from planning through to completion and handover.


• The role   provides technical authority on drilling and well operations, ensuring safe,   efficient, and cost-effective execution while maintaining CAPEX discipline   and regulatory compliance.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead   planning and execution of drilling and well operations from well design   through to completion and handover.


• Provide   technical authority and oversight on drilling engineering standards, well   design, and execution strategies.


• Ensure   well integrity management throughout the drilling and completion lifecycle.


• Manage   drilling contractors, service companies, and rig operations to deliver safe   and efficient outcomes.


• Monitor   drilling performance, operational risks, and well delivery costs (CAPEX).


• Optimize   drilling performance through cost control, efficiency improvement, and risk   mitigation.


• Ensure   full compliance with drilling safety standards, well control practices, and   regulatory requirements.

REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum   10+ years experience in drilling engineering and drilling operations.


• Proven   experience managing onshore and/or swamp drilling campaigns.


• Strong   technical knowledge of well design, drilling engineering, well integrity, and   well delivery processes.


• Demonstrated   experience in CAPEX management and cost control for drilling operations.


• Experience   working with drilling contractors and integrated service providers.


• Ability   to provide technical leadership and decision-making in drilling operations.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Degree   in Petroleum Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related engineering   discipline


• Relevant   drilling and well control certifications are an advantage.