The Offshore Drilling Supervisor is responsible for supervising and coordinating all drilling operations at the well site, ensuring that activities are carried out safely, efficiently, and in accordance with the approved drilling programme, company procedures, regulatory requirements, and HSE standards.
Key Responsibilities
Supervise day-to-day drilling operations offshore.
Ensure drilling activities are executed in accordance with the approved drilling programme and operational procedures.
Coordinate activities between the drilling contractor, service companies, offshore operations team, and onshore drilling management.
Monitor drilling parameters, well control, hole conditions, tripping, casing, cementing, well testing, and related operations.
Ensure effective implementation of well control procedures and maintain readiness for well control emergencies.
Review and verify drilling reports, daily operational reports, safety observations, and relevant well data.
Monitor operational performance, equipment utilisation, downtime, and non-productive time (NPT).




Ensure all drilling equipment and critical systems are properly maintained and fit for purpose.
Conduct pre-job meetings, toolbox talks, risk assessments, and safety meetings as required.
Ensure compliance with company HSE policies, offshore safety procedures, and applicable regulatory requirements.
Stop unsafe operations when necessary and ensure corrective actions are implemented.
Maintain accurate operational records and provide timely updates to the Drilling Manager / Operations Manager.
Participate in emergency response and well control exercises as required.
HSE Responsibilities
Promote a strong safety culture and demonstrate visible safety leadership offshore.
Ensure compliance with Permit to Work (PTW), JSA/JHA, toolbox talks, and other HSE systems.
Monitor secure working practices and report unsafe acts and conditions.
Ensure environmental protection requirements are followed during drilling operations.
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📌 Drilling Supervisor-offshore (India)
🏢 EnQuest PetroSolutions
📍 India