Key ResponsibilitiesThe Toolpusher is responsible for leading safe, efficient and compliant drilling, P&A, well-servicing and well-intervention operations, including supervision of the rig crew, contractors and associated operational activities. Duties include oversight of tripping, drilling, milling, BHA handling, tubular management, rig-up/rig-down, rig moves and operation of drilling or modular rig equipment in accordance with the approved well program.
The role is accountable for well-control and pressure-control readiness, including installation, operation, inspection and maintenance of BOPs, pressure-control equipment, high-pressure flow lines and related systems. The Toolpusher ensures wellbore pressures are maintained within safe operating limits and that equipment use, maintenance and testing remain aligned with Company, customer and regulatory requirements.
The Toolpusher leads and coordinates crews during drilling, workover, P&A, well intervention, cementing and temporary abandonment activities. This includes planning and coordinating daily work, supporting handovers and meetings, assigning task-level priorities, verifying competency where required, and ensuring safe execution of tasks by employees, contractors and third-party personnel.
The role supports mud, fluid and cementing systems by ensuring pumping equipment, fluid handling, mud checks, chemical handling, shale shaker maintenance, cement mixing, displacement calculations and post-cementing clean-up are conducted safely and effectively. The Toolpusher is expected to provide practical operational guidance and maintain awareness of equipment condition and operational risks.
The Toolpusher promotes a strong safety culture by enforcing Company, customer and regulatory requirements; supporting Permit-to-Work, risk assessments, toolbox talks and safety meetings; ensuring correct PPE use; maintaining good housekeeping; participating in drills, inspections and audits; and reporting incidents, hazards and equipment issues promptly.
The Toolpusher maintains accurate operational records, reports, handover documentation, tubular and BHA records, maintenance communications and other documentation required to support safe and efficient operations.
The position requires travel offshore via boat or helicopter and for extended periods of time.
Qualifications & ExperienceRequired US Certifications / Credentials:Some certifications or credentials may be obtained after hire; however, the ability to obtain and maintain required certifications, credentials, offshore access requirements and customer/site requirements is a condition of employment.
- OPITO Tropical HUET with Compressed Air Emergency Breathing System
- Swing Rope / Personnel Transfer Training
- Fall Protection User & Rescue / Working at Heights
- Fire Fighting / Hot Work / Firewatch
- Qualified Rigger - API RP 2D (latest edition)
- First Aid / CPR / Bloodborne Pathogen Training
- H2S Awareness & Respiratory Protection
- IADC RigPass - SafeGulf and SafeLand
- IADC Well Control - Drilling Operations - Supervisor Level, Surface
- IADC Well Control - Workover/Completions - Supervisor Level, Surface
- Offshore Medical / Fitness for Duty
- Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC)
Experience:- 2-3 years' experience in an equivalent Toolpusher or supervisory rig role
- Drilling contractor experience, preferably including Plug & Abandonment
- Experience supervising drilling, workover, well intervention, cementing and temporary abandonment activities
- Modular rig experience, snubbing and/or hydraulic workover units
- Experience with hydraulic systems, diesel engines, pumping systems and basic electronic troubleshooting
- Strong knowledge of cementing operations, including volumes, displacement, mixing and pumping
Physical Requirements / Work Environment:- Must be able to perform the essential functions of the role, including standing for extended periods, climbing stairs and ladders, working at heights, lifting/carrying job-related equipment, wearing required PPE and working in outdoor field conditions, including exposure to extreme heat, cold, wind, rain and other environmental conditions.
- Must be able to travel offshore by boat or helicopter and work rotational schedules or extended offshore assignments as required.
- Subject to applicable company, customer and regulatory requirements, including drug and alcohol testing, safety training, site access requirements and fitness-for-duty standards.
Personal Skills- Strong leadership, communication, coaching and mentoring skills
- Able to work independently and effectively as part of a team
- Good planning and time-management abilities
- Practical problem-solving skills
- Strong commitment to safety and operational discipline
