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Helmerich Payne

Field-Based Engineering Internship

Tulsa, OK · On-site

$15.25 - $19.75/hr

What you will do: * Gain exposure to rig operations, equipment, processes, and the daily ... Current enrollment in a bachelor's or master's degree, certification, or equivalent educational ...

Helmerich Payne

Field-Based Engineering Internship

Tyler, TX · On-site

$15.75 - $20.50/hr

What you will do: * Gain exposure to rig operations, equipment, processes, and the daily ... Current enrollment in a bachelor's or master's degree, certification, or equivalent educational ...

HKA Enterprises

Mechanical Engineer

East Hartford, CT · On-site

Manage and execute project tasks for PW rig development * Document and report test data; perform ... work experience - OR Master's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering + 0-2 years of ...

Valaris plc

Prepares and executes rig move plans in accordance with Master's Standing Orders and company procedures. Maintains nautical publications and charts per regulatory standards. Maintains Voyage Planning ...

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How much do rig master jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for rig master in the United States is $80,211.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $55,500.00 and $98,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a rig master?

Rig Masters are highly skilled professionals responsible for overseeing the setup, operation, and safety of drilling rigs in the oil and gas industry. They manage rig crews, coordinate drilling activities, and ensure that operations comply with safety and environmental regulations. Rig Masters play a critical leadership role, making key decisions during drilling operations and troubleshooting technical problems to minimize downtime. Their expertise and experience are essential for the safe and efficient extraction of oil or gas.

What are some typical challenges a rig master faces when overseeing drilling operations, and how can they be effectively managed?

Rig Masters often encounter challenges such as coordinating diverse crews, maintaining safety standards in high-risk environments, and troubleshooting equipment failures under tight deadlines. Effective management involves fostering clear communication among team members, implementing rigorous safety protocols, and staying updated with the latest drilling technologies. Proactive planning and strong leadership skills are essential for addressing these challenges and ensuring smooth, efficient rig operations.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a rig master, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Rig Master, you need extensive experience in drilling operations, a solid understanding of safety regulations, and relevant certifications such as Well Control and HSE training. Familiarity with drilling equipment, rig management software, and maintenance systems is typically required. Leadership, clear communication, and decision-making under pressure are crucial soft skills for effectively managing crews and operations. These skills are vital to ensure safe, efficient drilling processes and to minimize operational risks on site.

What is the difference between Rig Master vs Drilling Supervisor?

AspectRig MasterDrilling Supervisor
CertificationsOSHA, H2S, BOP certificationsOSHA, H2S, BOP certifications
Work EnvironmentOn rig floor, overseeing drilling operationsOn rig site, supervising drilling activities
Employer & Industry UsageOil & gas drilling companies, offshore/onshore rigsOil & gas companies, drilling contractors

The Rig Master and Drilling Supervisor roles share similar certifications and work environments, both operating within the oil and gas drilling industry. The Rig Master typically manages the rig floor operations directly, while the Drilling Supervisor oversees broader drilling activities and planning. Both positions are essential for safe and efficient drilling operations, often working closely together to ensure project success.

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Infographic showing various Rig Master job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 1% As Needed, 87% Full Time, 9% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 73% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 25% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $80,211 per year, or $38.6 per hour.

Safety, Performance and Leadership Coach

Virginia Beach, VA • On-site

CAVU International
Business Management Consulting • 11 - 50 employees
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Job description

Purpose and Scope


The Safety, Performance and Leadership Coach position (hereafter simply referred to as Coach) at CAVU International plays the key role in delivering our clients the world's best consulting services for high- hazard work environments where the consequences of human failure are unacceptable. The Coach is embedded on site with the client's crew to deliver the coaching and mentoring necessary to improve team behaviors and organizational culture. He/she uses the client's tools and programs to define their "Perfect Day" and focuses their team on these targets based on their organization's strengths and opportunities for improvement. The Coach then develops a deliberate approach to making the perfect day repeatable throughout their organization.


In the execution of his/her roles and responsibilities, the Coach routinely serves as the face of the Company on "hitch" (work period/event of various durations at a specific client on/off-shore rig or facility) with the customer - often with little to no supervision. As such, the position requires an extremely self- motivated individual who is dedicated to doing whatever it takes to perform the mission with excellence even in the face of long hours and austere environments.


Duties and Responsibilities


  • Assess client culture, processes, team behaviors and leadership in order to identify areas of opportunity for coaching/training focus points.
  • Provide tailored Crew Resource Management (CRM) and Continuous Improvement training in accordance with the specific client requirements and constraints.
  • Provide safety, hazard identification and risk management training.
  • Facilitate shore-based crew/leadership training and planning events, meetings, workshops and team building exercises.
  • Perform rig/facility assessment of crew/leadership performance, interaction and operational discipline.
  • Facilitate rig/facility Culture Surveys to assess the current safety climate within the organization.
  • Facilitate Leadership Round Table discussions to address management of change, risk mitigation, leadership principles and CRM topics.
  • Provide relevant feedback to platform/facility leadership on Continuous Improvement strategy.
  • Provide executive level after-action reviews/reports at client request or as regularly scheduled.
  • Demonstrate proper planning, briefing and debriefing techniques.
  • Develop training materials, presentations and reports.
  • Provide translation services as required.
  • Assist CEO, CSO, VP Operations and Marketing Manager with recommendations for Continuous Improvement of CAVU products and services.
  • Other duties as assigned by the CAVU Operations, Country Manager, Client Manager, Project Manager or Lead Coach when on a platform, facility, or other location.


Qualifications


Required Experience


  • 20 years of military service including:
  • Leadership and management responsibilities in charge of at least a platoon-size unit/department (20+ personnel)
  • Experience with high-risk environments/duties (e.g., aviation, combat training, nuclear power)
  • Bachelor's Degree


Desired Experience


  • 25+ years military service including:
  • Achieving senior officer/non-commissioned officer level rank
  • Command of a squadron-size unit or higher
  • Previous professional executive consulting/mentoring/coaching experience
  • Previous experience in the oil and gas industry - particularly on off-shore and/or land rigs
  • Master's Degree


Required Skills


  • Excellent public speaking abilities
  • Ability to interact affably, tactfully and persuasively with people at all levels from leadership to the deck plates and from diverse backgrounds/cultures
  • Working technical knowledge/aptitude with computers and audio-visual equipment
  • Exceptional Listening skills
  • Ability to win respect of and coach people at all levels of leadership
  • Exemplify outstanding leadership, teamwork & safety attributes
  • Particularly PowerPoint, Word and Excel

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