Senior Fluids Engineer

About the role

The Senior Fluids Engineer leads technical design and operational oversight of drilling fluids, solids control and waste management for exploration, appraisal and development wells. The role owns the fluids Basis of Design, drives cost‑effective performance and ensures HSE compliance throughout the well lifecycle.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and own fluids Basis of Design documents, detailed Drilling Fluids Programs and Recommended Practices for all well types.
• Design fluid systems to address specific formation challenges such as H₂S, fractured carbonates, shale inhibition, underbalanced and managed‑pressure drilling.
• Manage contractors for drilling fluids, solids control and waste management, including tender preparation, technical specifications, performance monitoring and quarterly reviews.
• Monitor daily fluid parameters on‑site, ensure compliance with company standards, and communicate any issues to drilling superintendents and well engineers.
• Drive continuous improvement and cost optimisation through material optimisation, inventory management and waste reduction initiatives.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Petroleum Engineering, Geology or a closely related discipline.
• 12–15 years of progressive fluids‑related experience, including at least 5 years in a senior or coordinating role.

Required skills

• Drilling fluids program design and execution
• Solids control operations
• Waste management and disposal techniques
• H₂S and sour‑gas handling expertise
• Underbalanced and managed‑pressure drilling methods