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Drilling Development Wellsite Leader

Houston, TX · On-site +1

... in offshore Drilling, Completions, Interventions, or Subsea operations (preferred +10 years' experience) * Other relevant industry experiences with vendors, service providers, and rig / vessel ...

Western Energy Services

Drilling Rig Personnel

Williston, ND

$22.50 - $30.50/hr

We are looking for experienced drilling rig personnel to work on rig located near Williston, North ... Ability to work in a team oriented environment. * Strong communication skills and interpersonal ...

Intec Sea

Offshore Drilling Engineer

Houston, TX · On-site

Document Lessons Learned in Maxwell databases and utilize in future plans. * Provide technical ... Drilling Supervisor in the coordination of offshore requirements and day-to-day events.

INTEC SEA

Offshore Drilling Engineer

Houston, TX

Document Lessons Learned in Maxwell databases and utilize in future plans. Provide technical ... Drilling Supervisor in the coordination of offshore requirements and day-to-day events.

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As of May 28, 2026, the average hourly pay for live in offshore drilling rig in the United States is $46.58, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $34.86 and $48.08 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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To thrive as a Live In Offshore Drilling Rig Worker, you need mechanical aptitude, physical fitness, safety awareness, and typically a high school diploma or relevant vocational training. Familiarity with drilling machinery, safety management systems, and certifications like BOSIET (Basic Offshore Safety Induction and Emergency Training) are commonly required. Strong teamwork, stress tolerance, and effective communication are vital soft skills for adapting to long shifts and confined living conditions. These skills and qualifications ensure operational safety, efficiency, and cooperation in the challenging offshore environment.

What are the typical working and living conditions like for employees on a live-in offshore drilling rig?

Employees on a live-in offshore drilling rig usually work in rotational shifts, such as 14 days on and 14 days off, and are provided with accommodations, meals, and recreational facilities on the rig. The environment is highly safety-focused, with strict protocols and regular drills. Teamwork is essential, as daily responsibilities often involve collaborating with engineers, technicians, and other crew members to maintain equipment and ensure smooth operations. While the work can be physically demanding and requires adapting to confined living spaces, strong camaraderie and clear communication contribute to a supportive work culture.

What are live-in offshore drilling rig jobs?

Live-in offshore drilling rig jobs involve working and residing on a drilling platform located at sea for extended periods, typically in rotating shifts such as two weeks on, two weeks off. Workers live on the rig, perform tasks related to drilling and maintaining equipment, and follow strict safety protocols. These jobs can include positions such as drillers, engineers, mechanics, cooks, and medics. The unique environment requires adaptability, teamwork, and the ability to handle challenging weather and isolation. Compensation is often higher than onshore roles due to the demanding conditions.

How much do people who work on an offshore oil rig make?

Workers on offshore oil rigs, including roles like drillers, roustabouts, and engineers, typically earn between $50,000 and $150,000 annually, with experienced personnel and specialized skills commanding higher salaries. Compensation often includes offshore allowances, overtime pay, and benefits due to the demanding environment and extended shifts.

What is the difference between Live In Offshore Drilling Rig vs Offshore Roustabout?

AspectLive In Offshore Drilling RigOffshore Roustabout
CredentialsBasic safety certifications, such as BOSIET, H2S, and offshore survivalSimilar safety certifications, often including BOSIET and H2S
Work EnvironmentOnboard the drilling rig, living and working in a confined offshore settingOn offshore platforms or rigs, performing manual labor and equipment handling
Job RoleAssists with drilling operations, maintenance, and support tasksSupports rig operations by handling equipment, cleaning, and general labor

Both roles require safety certifications and involve offshore work, but the Live In Offshore Drilling Rig role focuses on supporting drilling operations from within the rig, often with longer shifts and living onboard, while the Offshore Roustabout performs manual labor and equipment handling on offshore platforms or rigs.

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Drilling Development Wellsite Leader

Drilling Development Wellsite Leader

bp

Houston, TX • On-site, Remote

Full-time

Retirement

Posted 6 days ago

BP rating

5.3

Company rating: 5.3 out of 10

Based on 180 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

63rd of 74 rated oil and gas companies

Job description

Entity:
Production & Operations
Job Family Group:
Wells Group
Job Description:
About us
Our purpose is to bring together people, energy and markets to power and navigate a changing world. In a time of constant change and possibility we need new talent to pursue commercial opportunities, fueled by world-class insight and expertise. We're always striving for more innovative digital solutions, sustainable outcomes and closer collaboration across our company and beyond, and you could be part of that too. Together we continue to grow as the world's leading energy company!
bp P&O Wells is posting for a Well Site Leader role targeted toward individuals with existing industry experience.
The Well Site Leader (WSL) role is rig based and implements the well procedures - including drilling, completions, workovers, interventions, and subsea activities-while adhering to bp's Values and Behaviors, the Operating Management System (OMS), company practices and procedures, and all local regulations.
This job posting is seeking candidates to fill local positions in Wells GoA as:
• Drilling Well Site Leaders - Experienced Hire
Successful candidates will report directly to the Well Superintendent (WSUP) and will work closely with Well Site Leaders and Supervisors at the well site, as well as all vendors, suppliers, and contractors.
Key Accountabilities:
  • Follow the roles and responsibilities set out for the well site leader.
  • Promote an inclusive workplace where speak-up is the norm.
  • Learn, understand, develop, build skills and competencies in their core technical discipline including cross-discipline learning.
  • Lead with supervision in well operation activities.
  • Verifying adherence to the site Safety Management System (SMS), Control of Work (CoW) procedures, Barrier Health, Risk Management and Self-verification & Oversight (SV&O) processes.
  • Advocate "stop the job" and "speak up culture".
  • Support the Senior WSL in reporting and documenting HSSE incidents, accidents and process safety events using the bp's safety reporting system.
  • Support the WSL and well Engineering in all daily operations planning and lookahead forecasts with all onsite vendors, suppliers, and contractors including workload prioritization to allow proper supervision during critical well operations.
  • Verify procedural discipline around work done per approved procedures, managing operational changes, and site meetings such as pre-job, pre-tour, after action reviews (AAR) and lessons learned (LL) for continuous improvement.
  • Support the WSL in the Daily Operations Reports (using OpenWells) for accuracy and content, daily cost tracking process, and reviewing all service providers, vendors and contractor's daily reports for content and accuracy prior to distribution.
  • Support and lead in contractors, suppliers, and vendors performance for all well operations such as KPI metrics; efficiency - productive, non-productive, and invisible lost time events, investigations, non-conformance; performance feedback.

Essential Education:
  • A minimum of a High School Diploma or equivalent experience.
  • Well Control Certification Combined Supervisor IADC or IWCF in the relevant field.
  • HUET training for locations that require helicopter transit to the wellsite.

Essential experience and job requirements:
  • 10 years+ experience in Well Planning and/or Operations.
  • Proven proficiency in English for reading, writing, and speaking.
  • Industry experiences as Driller or Toolpusher in offshore Drilling, Completions, Interventions or Subsea operations (minimum 10 years offshore experience)
  • Demonstrated ability to develop individual skills and leadership commensurate with the requirements of the wellsite leader role.
  • Demonstrable HSSE leadership in supervising HSSE compliant operations without sacrificing operational efficiency.
  • Experience in contractor management for planning, preparation and execution of wells activity.

  • Team oriented and must possess excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate at all levels and across the Region(s).

Desirable criteria and qualifications:
  • Industry experiences as Driller or Toolpusher in offshore Drilling, Completions, Interventions, or Subsea operations (preferred +10 years' experience)
  • Other relevant industry experiences with vendors, service providers, and rig / vessel contractor companies.
  • Experiences working in multi-disciplinary teams and/or remote locations.
  • Experience effectively stewarding the Contractor-Operator relationship to ensure aligned objectives, safe operations, and high-quality performance.
  • Degree in a qualified engineering, science, or technical field.

Travel Requirement:
  • This is a rotational role.
  • Travel is required to and from the bp heliport in Houma for travel to the work site. Travel is also required to Houston and other areas for role specific training.

Relocation Assistance:
  • This role is not eligible for relocation; positions are intended for candidates already located within the country or region of employment.
  • The company will cover travel expenses between any U.S. home location and the bp heliport in Houma, as well as other approved training locations.

Why join bp:
At bp, we support our people to learn and grow in a diverse and challenging environment. We believe that our team is strengthened by diversity. We are committed to encouraging an inclusive environment in which everyone is respected and treated fairly.
There are many aspects of our employees' lives that are meaningful, so we offer benefits to enable your work to fit with your life. These benefits can include flexible working options, a generous paid parental leave policy, and excellent retirement benefits, among others!
Travel Requirement
Up to 100% travel should be expected with this role
Relocation Assistance:
This role is a rotational position (across locations)
Remote Type:
This position is fully remote
Skills:
Artificial Lift, Artificial Lift, Casing and wellhead recovery, Casing Design, Cementing, Coiled Tubing, Common process for wells activities, Completion equipment and accessories, Completion landing string systems, Completions and Interventions Fluids, Completion tubing design, Control of Work, Cost Management, Crisis and emergency response management, Directional Drilling, Drilling, Drilling data acquisition and well monitoring, Drilling Operations, Drillstring component selection, Electric-line, Equipment integrity assurance, Fracturing and stimulation, Intelligent Completions, Managed Pressure Drilling, Management of change {+ 38 more}
Legal Disclaimer:
We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics like race, religion, color, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, veteran status or disability status. Individuals with an accessibility need may request an adjustment/accommodation related to bp's recruiting process (e.g., accessing the job application, completing required assessments, participating in telephone screenings or interviews, etc.). If you would like to request an adjustment/accommodation related to the recruitment process, please contact us.
If you are selected for a position and depending upon your role, your employment may be contingent upon adherence to local policy. This may include pre-placement drug screening, medical review of physical fitness for the role, and background checks.

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