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Driller

Puglisevich


Job Location:

Saint John's - Canada

Monthly Salary: $ 173591 - 218944
Posted: 9 August 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 6 November 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

COMPANY/CLIENT: Puglisevich on behalf of Odfjell Drilling

BUSINESS ADDRESS: 611 Torbay Road St. Johns NL A1A 5J1

CONTACT:

REPORTS TO: Toolpusher

DEPARTMENT: Drilling

SUPERVISES: Assistant Driller Derrickhand Roughneck

SALARY RANGE: $173591.08 - $218944.45

BENEFITS: Benefits Package Applicable Foreign Service Premium (applicable when employee is travelling outside of Home Country)

LOCATION: Offshore Newfoundland Canada

TYPE OF RIG: DP3 6th Generation Ultra-Deepwater Semi-Submersible Hercules

ROTATION: Equal Rotation

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Contract Full Time

CONTRACT: Long Term Contract; Estimate 400 Days 300 Day Option

NUMBER OF POSITIONS: Four (4)

JOB SUMMARY: Conduct the drilling and well operation in a safe manner according to plans and procedures including supervision of the drill crew.

PRE-REQUISITES/QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Drilling Technical Courses or Equivalent
  • 1 year experience as Driller on a 6th Generation Ultra-Deepwater AKMH Drawwork Semi-Submersible
  • 2 years as Assistant Driller on a 6th Generation Deepwater Semi- Submersible with AKMH pipe handling equipment
  • 4 years previous experience in a role on a 6th Generation Deepwater Semi-Submersible
  • 3 years previous experience with AKER and MHWirth equipment
  • HPHT Experience
  • Structured and organized mindset
  • High level of integrity
  • Analytical ability
  • Good verbal and written communication skills in English
  • Must pass Physical Drug Screen and Background/Pre-Employment Screening Checks

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Leadership:

  • Lead the drill crew in accordance with Odfjells vision and values.
  • Know all members of your crew.
  • Ensure that all are familiar with the operational plans and own tasks.
  • Take necessary action against unacceptable behaviour.
  • Assign tasks to the drill crew.

Competence:

  • Perform/ensure on the job training.
  • Be in accordance with competence requirements at all times.
  • Know status on your crew members vs. competence assurance system.
  • Ensure acceptable level of crew competence and act when insufficient.
  • Decide correct tempo on the operation based on crew competence.

Operations:

  • Execute all drilling and well operations according to written instructions/ plans from Odfjells line management.
  • Owner of the well integrity at all times.
  • Ensure that the drilling equipment is operated in a proper manner within its capacity limits and at the correct tempo.
  • Ensure good communication between all involved in the ongoing operation.
  • Not leave the drill floor unless qualified relief is present and ensure that the drillers cabin is manned at all times when connected to a well.
  • Keep the drill floor tidy and clean.
  • Conduct flow checks and/or shut in well.
  • Request assistance from superior personnel.
  • Refuse to operate if instructions/plans are insufficient or substandard to Odfjells requirements.
  • Emergency duties according to the units emergency organization.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

The above is intended as a summary of the key requirements for the position and is not intended to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities.

It is the objective of Odfjell Drilling to ensure employment equity within the workplace. We encourage applications from Indigenous peoples visible minorities women and persons with disabilities having the capability qualifications and experience to make application for this position. Qualified residents in Newfoundland and Labrador will be given first consideration in the staffing of these positions.


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