Recruitment at Weatherford Nigeria

Weatherford is one of the largest multinational oilfield service companies providing innovative solutions, technology and services to the oil and gas industry. The Company operates in over 90 countries and has a network of approximately 800 locations, including manufacturing, service, research and development, and training facilities.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Operations Manager, Managed Pressure Drilling (MPD) – SSA

Job Identification: 104634
Location: Port Harcourt, Rivers
Job Schedule Full time
Job Category: Operations Management

Job Purpose

• We are seeking an experienced Operations Manager to lead our Managed Pressure Drilling (MPD) operations in Sub-Saharan Africa, based in Port Harcourt, Nigeria.
• This role will oversee all operational aspects of MPD services, P&L accountability, business development, ensuring safe, efficient, and cost-effective delivery of projects while maintaining Weatherford’s high standards of service excellence in the region.  Nigerian Nationals are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all MPD operations across Sub-Saharan Africa, with primary focus on Nigeria and surrounding regions.
• Develop and implement operational strategies to enhance service delivery, efficiency, and profitability.
• Ensure compliance with Weatherford’s QHSE (Quality, Health, Safety, and Environment) policies and procedures.
• Oversee the maintenance and operational readiness of MPD equipment.
• Manage a team of field engineers, technicians, and support staff.
• Collaborate with sales and business development teams to identify new opportunities and support tender preparations.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction.
• Prepare and manage operational budgets, forecasts, and performance metrics.
• Assume full P&L responsibility for the Product line, ensuring business objectives are achieved and customer expectations are delivered in compliance with external regulatory requirements and internal policies and standards.
• Coordinate with global technical support teams to resolve complex operational challenges.
• Implement continuous improvement initiatives to optimize operational performance.
• Ensure proper inventory management and logistics for equipment and spare parts.
• Develop and maintain emergency response protocols specific to MPD operations.

Requirements
Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Petroleum Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related technical field.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in the oil and gas industry, with at least 5 years in MPD operations.
• Previous management experience in a similar role, preferably in Sub-Saharan Africa.
• In-depth knowledge of MPD technologies, equipment, and applications.
• Strong understanding of drilling operations and well control principles.
• Experience working with international oil companies (IOCs) and national oil companies (NOCs) in Nigeria.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to work effectively in multicultural environments.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to make decisions under pressure.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and relevant industry software.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s Degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or related field.
• Experience with Weatherford MPD systems and equipment.
• Knowledge of local content requirements and regulations in Nigeria.
• Experience with advanced MPD techniques such as Early Kick Detection (EKD) and Automated MPD.
• Familiarity with MPD deepwater equipment and operations.
• Project management certification (PMP or equivalent).

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Job Title: Operations Excellence Engineer, Completions & Liner Hanger Systems – SSA

Job Identification: 104484
Location: Port Harcourt, Rivers
Job Schedule: Full time
Job Category: Service Excellence

Job Purpose

• Weatherford has a great opportunity for an experienced Operations Excellence Engineer Completions & Liner Hanger Systems – SSA to join the team in Port Harcourt, Nigeria.
• The Operations Excellence Engineer Completions and Liner Hanger Systems – SSA should be an experienced Oil and Gas Services Industry expert, with an excellent Completions and Liner Hanger Systems acumen, having deep technical understanding and know how to support our team of operation engineers, quality department, sales department and more.
• The position will form the corner stone for ensuring Operational Excellence for Completion and Liner Hanger applications across Sub-Sahara Africa.

Responsibilities

• Implement and sustain precise, up-to-date processes that ensure operational excellence and foster client satisfaction.
• Establish and maintain standardized processes and systems throughout Completion segment product lines to enhance quality and streamline operations.
• Regularly explore technology-driven solutions, including AI, to optimize processes and improve overall efficiency.
• Maintain continuous technical support availability for all Completion segment staff to enable seamless operations.
• Work closely with training and development function to maintain programs that develop exceptional multi-skilled field engineers and build a strong pipeline of future product line leaders.
• Work in alignment with Quality to incorporate learnings into operational processes and drive consistent communication across all segment teams.
• Engage with the Completion community on an ongoing basis to capture insights and act on operational challenges across international locations.
• Leverage DDS, quarterly technical lessons-learned forums, AI etc. to embed best practices and significantly lower service quality incidents.
• Deliver consistent MyAdvisor support globally, implementing standardized practices across segment product lines while driving initiatives to shorten S&R cycles and eliminate process variances.
• Be familiar with the Company’s Quality policies and takes an active role in the compliance and improvement of Weatherford’s Management System.
• Maintains service quality as immediate priorities when working across all areas of the business and continually seeks areas for improvement.
• Drive investigations from location (NCR / CPAR).
• Support operations on technical troubleshooting related with hardware/software/procedural management of change.
• Serve as a link between the quality organization, operation and GBL Service Delivery Managers.
• Ensure AccuView, OneSync, MyAdvisor, WISE and VSES process adhered to and actively used.
• Take an active role in pre-job and post-job meetings. Drive process and procedure adherence across entire operation and activities. Review and feedback to process/procedure owner with improvement suggestions.
• Maintains effective communications with all key stakeholders both internal and where appropriate external.
• Provide technical support and input to new process, procedure and system improvements.
• All employees have an accountability to the organization to be financially responsible whether they are in charge of a function budget or simply their own expenses.
• Costs incurred should be within approved budget, processed within agreed time frames and following the relevant financial policy and procedure. Identify process and procedure improvement/efficiency opportunities.
• Employees have a responsibility for developing their own careers within the Company including completing all necessary function, compliance and business standards training to enhance their knowledge, skills and experience.
• Employees should engage on a regular basis with their line manager to discuss their personal performance, objectives and opportunities to enhance their skills and experience to support their career potential.
• Support the development of local competency in cooperation with Operation Manager and Operation Supervisor through competence development programs, courses, presentations, and conferences.
• Arrange lessons learned meetings internally to share learnings.
• Actively engage with employees to support talent management through Weatherford’s performance management process, including but not limited to talent assessments, succession planning and regular coaching opportunities.
• Collaborate with Human Resources and Training Development to drive strategies for the recruitment and retention of key personnel and to foster an environment that supports the attraction and retention of a high performing talented workforce.
• Demonstrates leadership, ethical behavior and adherence to Weatherford standards at all times.
• Share knowledge, foster collaboration and team attitude, and maintain open communication.

Requirements

• Bachelors, preferably master’s degree in science and technology.
• 10 years of Completions, Liner Hanger Systems and Well Construction experience.
• Quality and service delivery experience.
• Well versed in Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, Power Point, Visio etc.
• Experience with XaitPorter and Salesforce is desirable.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Job Title: Operations Supervisor, Liner Hanger Systems & Cementation

Job Identification: 104475
Location: Port Harcourt, Rivers
Job Schedule: Full time
Job Category: Operations Management

Job Purpose

• Weatherford have an excellent opportunity for an experienced Operations Supervisor Liner Hanger Systems & Cementation to join the team in Port Harcourt, Nigeria.
• The Operations Supervisor LHS & CEM will manage field operations for liner hanger systems and cementation services with responsibility for safety, quality, and financial performance.
• This role requires strategic leadership in operations management, risk assessment, service quality, and business development.
• This role requires a technically skilled leader who is process driven and quality focused that can balance operational excellence with financial performance while maintaining the highest standards of safety and service quality in Weatherford’s liner hanger and cementation business in Nigeria.

Responsibilities
Safety & Compliance:

• Lead regular safety meetings and oversee Job Hazard Analysis.
• Conduct incident investigations and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with Weatherford’s HSE policies and industry regulations.
• Prioritize quality, health, safety, and environmental protection as core values.

Operations Management:

• Execute operational activities with focus on resource optimization and EBITDA improvement.
• Ensure high-quality service delivery and customer satisfaction.
• Maintain equipment according to technical specifications.
• Oversee job documentation and performance tracking.
• Support technical requirements before, during, and after jobs.

Financial Responsibility:

• Forecast activity trends and maximize financial results.
• Implement effective cost management practices.
• Ensure proper contract execution to minimize revenue leakage.

People Management:

• Lead field personnel by clearly communicating expectations and responsibilities.
• Drive performance management through objective setting and regular appraisals.
• Collaborate with HR on recruitment and retention strategies.
• Support talent development and succession planning.

Customer & Communication:

• Build and maintain strong customer relationships.
• Partner with sales to identify new business opportunities.
• Facilitate collaboration between departments.
• Maintain effective communication with all stakeholders.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or scientific discipline (or equivalent experience).
• Minimum 7+ years of relevant operations experience.
• Comprehensive understanding of liner hanger systems and cementation operations.
• Strong leadership and team management abilities.
• Problem-solving and strategic thinking capabilities.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Fluency in English.
• Ability to work effectively in high-pressure situations.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online