Job Summary:

•  Competent with rig and all equipment
• Performs general maintenance of draw works
• Loads and off-loads pipe and assists in rig movement
• Checks snub lines, pull Iines, shackles and cable clamps to verify condition
• Checks dies in slips and tongs and all safety and riding belts to verify condition
• Responds to emergency situations including hydrogen sulfide detection and major mechanical or structural failures
• Trips pipe – uses slips, tongs and elevators
• Knowledge of types of pipe
• Latch and unlatch tubing and rods
• Wrench rods
• Knowledge of how pumping units run
• Prepare and set up rig for workover
• Knowledge of thread types, tubing sizes and rod sizes
• Knowledge of working derricks and drill floor
• Cut and thread pipe
• Perform service maintenance on rigs

Key Responsibilities:

• The Rig Hand works under the direction of the Rig Driller.  This individual is part of a crew that is responsible for the day to day operation of the service rigs and/or the drilling rig.
• Ensure that all orders and instructions received verbally or in writing are fully understood and adhered to;
• Be safety conscious in all his/her work and use compulsory protective equipment;
• Responsible for safe working conditions on the drill floor and location at all times;
• Ensure that his subordinates use compulsory protective equipment;
• Be familiar with all relevant work and safety procedures issued by Company and Operator;
• Assist Derrick man if and when the need arises.  
• Apply and ensure the correct application of prescribed safety standards and regulations, and take part in emergency drills and safety meetings; Ensure safe working practice of the crew. Schedule and conduct Quality / Safety meetings.
• Any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.
• Other tasks as directed by the Managers.

Required Qualifications & Experience:

• 4 years of experience and minimum 2 years as Assistant driller.
• Good ability to work in a multi-cultural environment.
• Advanced H2S Training
• Ability to work calmly even in emergency situation, and prioritise work requirements.