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Drilling Development Wellsite Leader

Houston, TX · On-site +1

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

Total Safety

Offshore H2S Technician

Broussard, LA · On-site

The Offshore H2S Technician operates and maintains the Gas Detection Systems and Breathing Air Safety Equipment at a offshore based drilling rig or production platform where there is a potential for ...

Total Safety

Offshore H2S Technician

Broussard, LA

$20 - $27.50/hr

The Offshore H2S Technician operates and maintains the Gas Detection Systems and Breathing Air Safety Equipment at a offshore based drilling rig or production platform where there is a potential for ...

Bureau Veritas

... rig inspection, drilling equipment integrity, and onshore/offshore rig audits. Skills & Qualities: Certifications: -IWCF or IADC Well Control Certification (Supervisor level preferred ...

Noble Corporation

MPD Technician

Sugar Land, TX · On-site

Support MPD Supervisor in the setup, operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of Managed Pressure Drilling (MPD) systems on offshore drilling rigs. Assist rig crew with running, retrieving, and ...

Halliburton

Field Prof-DD, Genl

Houston, TX · Remote

... Rig Operations to execute offshore drilling programs under complex and high-risk environments. 5. Experience with GeoSteering Operations to monitor and guide wellbore placement in real time using ...

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As of May 30, 2026, the average hourly pay for temp 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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AspectTemp Offshore Drilling RigOffshore Drilling Technician
CertificationsBasic safety and rig-specific certificationsAdvanced safety, technical, and equipment certifications
Work EnvironmentTemporary offshore rig sites, often short-term projectsLonger-term offshore rig operations, maintenance, and troubleshooting
Job FocusAssisting with rig setup, operations, and support tasksOperating equipment, performing repairs, and ensuring safety protocols

The Temp Offshore Drilling Rig role typically involves short-term, support-focused tasks on offshore rigs, often requiring basic safety certifications. In contrast, an Offshore Drilling Technician has more technical responsibilities, longer-term employment, and advanced certifications. Both roles are essential in offshore drilling operations but differ mainly in scope, experience, and job duration.

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Assistant Rig Manager

Noble Drilling Services Inc.

Houston, TX • On-site

Full-time

Posted 2 days ago

Job description

JOB SUMMARY
The Assistant Rig Manager supports the Rig Manager by providing drilling expertise and leadership to ensure rig operations are carried out safely, efficiently, and in full compliance with contractual and operator requirements. This role involves daily collaboration with offshore leadership, operator representatives, and onshore support teams to deliver operational excellence.
At Noble, our core values-Honesty and Integrity, Safety, Environmental Stewardship, Respect, and Performance-guide every decision. In this position, you will champion these values by fostering a strong safety culture, promoting environmental responsibility, and driving performance through teamwork and respect.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • 5+ years of offshore experience.
  • Effective drilling operations management and leadership skills.
  • Ability to promote a " safe and efficient" culture.
  • Good working knowledge of general drilling systems for offshore based operations.
  • Working knowledge of HSE practices common to the company and the industry.
  • Leadership and teamwork skills and behaviors which support a team based organization.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to understand and react with diverse groups and operations.
  • Ability to recognize and resolve conflict.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
  • Travel is an essential job function (domestic, international and offshore).


ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

  • Apply effective and efficient well execution plans and ensure rig crews are properly inspecting, maintaining and operating assigned drilling rigs.
  • Responsible to ensuring the Noble Maintenance Program is properly implemented and maintained on each assigned rig.
  • Guide rig personnel in pre-planning upcoming jobs with materials on hand to ensure that all planned and unplanned opportunities are maximized.
  • Maintain competent and capable rig crews and provide leadership in fostering the "safety-is-a-value" culture.
  • Assist in annual budget preparations and cost control procedures and be accountable for rig operating budget results.
  • Responsible for safe team work with respect to all rig operations.
  • Promote the principles of continuous improvement.
  • Maintain good two way communication with team members, both onshore and offshore.
  • Ensure that standards of supervision and employee performance are monitored and communicated to rig crews through verbal communication and contionous conversations.
  • Ensure equipment repair and returns are monitored and expedited and certification requirements are met.
  • Perform audits and rig inspections as necessary to maintain the highest operational standards.
  • Coordinate the development of newly appointed senior team members offshore.
  • Ensure regulatory compliance is properly maintained.
  • Participate in company required and recommended training.
  • Provide guidance and support to onshore and offshore personnel as required.
  • Ensure compliance with Noble's HSE Management System.
  • Ensure that interfaces to operator HSE programs are defined and understood by rig crews.
  • Perform a necessary key leadership role for the assigned region.
  • Support the provision of consulting and specialist services related to all aspects the operation of assigned MODU's.
  • Support the provision of offshore drilling services including HSE performance, operation and maintenance of assigned region drilling units and performance of all ancillary operations and services which are provided within the region.
  • Work to keep personnel turnover to a minimum.
  • Ensure the application of Noble's policies and procedures to create effective work practices.
  • Act as a communicator for functional and organizational activities between assigned rigs and office personnel.
  • Facilitate personnel resource and succession planning and promote appropriate professional development and training opportunities for employees.
  • Other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY

Direct: N/A
Indirect: Customer Representative, Rig Personnel, Third Party Vendors

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